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Job Summary:

The Office of Advancement at Oberlin College and Conservatory seeks applications for the position of Associate Director of Regional and Young Alumni Engagement. This is a full-time, continuing, 12-month, Administrative & Professional Staff position reporting to the Director of Reunions and Regional Activities.

Responsibilities:

The Associate Director will lead key alumni engagement programs, with a focus on regional activities and young alumni, to strengthen alumni connections with Oberlin College and Conservatory as well as encourage support of Oberlin through volunteerism and philanthropy. This role is responsible for leading and managing three core areas: 1. Oberlin's regional alumni activities program; 2. Student-to-alumni transition initiatives; and 3. Specific young alumni and other community-building initiatives. Additionally, the Associate Director will collaborate with and support alumni engagement efforts led by other members of the Alumni Engagement team.

Required qualifications:

Bachelor's degree; 2-5 years of experience, preferably in alumni engagement, volunteer management, event planning, higher education, or other environment providing equivalent experience. Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from inception through execution. Proven ability to provide top-notch guest and/or stakeholder service that balances guest/stakeholder needs with the College's priorities.

Excellent interpersonal skills:

ability to work well in a team setting and with all constituencies of the College, with particular attention to sensitive and diplomatic handling of matters. Self-motivation and the ability to balance a multitude of tasks while considering the needs of the entire team. Flexible schedule to permit event and weekend hours. Ability to travel nationally. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Compensation:

A generous compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate, including an excellent benefits package, liberal vacation time, and tuition remission for eligible dependents and 35 days of paid PTO.

Special instructions to applicant:

A completed application will include a cover letter, resume and a list of 3 professional references.

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