Building the Future at Sonoma State University
Sonoma State University is seeking a dynamic Alumni Outreach and Programs Manager with a passion to engage and foster a lifelong connection with the University alumni.
What You’ll Do:
As the Alumni Outreach and Programs Manager, you’ll develop and execute innovative strategies that strategically strengthening alumni participation and support Sonoma State University.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Innovate & Create: We offer a supportive environment where creativity thrives. Your vision will have a direct impact on shaping the future of our communication strategy and engaging audiences far and wide.
- Diverse & Inclusive Environment: Join a community that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our work.
- Beautiful Campus: Our 269-acre campus is nestled in the stunning Sonoma hills, offering breathtaking views, green spaces, and a community vibe that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
Check out the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.
If you’re ready to inspire, lead, and make a difference, we invite you to apply and start your journey with us at Sonoma State University!
APPLICATION DEADLINE
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit an application, resume, and cover letter by Friday, June 27th.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations, Marketing and Engagement (AVP), with additional lead work direction from other members of the Advancement leadership team, the Alumni Outreach and Programs Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives that engage alumni and foster a lifelong connection with the University. In collaboration with other members of the Advancement leadership team, this role focuses on outreach strategy, board management and volunteer coordination, event planning, and alumni communications, with the goal of strategically strengthening alumni participation and support, and also supervises staff and student personnel. The incumbent provides high-level administrative support to the AVP, staff, and general office operations, including planning and executing alumni fundraising and outreach events that strategically engage alumni and current students. The incumbent serves as the primary contact for visitors to the Alumni Engagement Office and interacts with a variety of constituents and communities inside and outside the university.
The incumbent must be able to work night and weekend hours to meet operational needs.
Key Qualifications
This position requires a minimum of three years of experience in marketing, development, and event planning, including two years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Higher education experience highly preferred. Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including proposal development skills. Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar, syntax, style, and punctuation to achieve clear, lively, engaging and compelling copy for various audiences. Excellent collaboration skills, interpersonal skills, demonstrating a desire to promote an inclusive space for donors, alumni, students, and our community. Must possess a strong ability to collaborate with campus and community partners, and initiative and manage projects, budgets, personnel, and vendors. High ethical standards and confidentiality in dealing with all constituencies. Intermediate proficiency with computers, Adobe suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google apps required. Experience with various social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.) required. Working knowledge of best practices for promoting news/articles, boosting engagement and analytic tools for these platforms preferred. Knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge and CRMs and PeopleSoft preferred.
Salary and Benefits
Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $6,000 to $7,000 a month. This position is a member of the Management Personnel Plan and serves at the pleasure of the President. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer. A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here.
Supplemental Information
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.
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