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Director of Alumni Relations
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The Benjamin School
North Palm Beach, FL (In Person)
$100,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Director of Alumni Relations The Benjamin School - 3.8 North Palm Beach, FL Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $110,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork Confidential information handling Interpersonal skills Employee relationship building Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Graphic design software Organizational skills Computer skills CRM system proficiency Full Job Description Position Summary The Director of Alumni Relations serves as the strategic leader for all outreach, engagement, and fundraising initiatives designed to foster lifelong, meaningful connections between The Benjamin School and its alumni and parents of alumni communities. This pivotal role is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive vision to elevate alumni philanthropic support through intentional stewardship, personalized cultivation, and proactive engagement. Beyond portfolio management, which includes cultivating high-net-worth prospects locally and nationwide, the Director is instrumental in overseeing and executing hallmark events, such as Homecoming Reunion Weekend and The Marshall Cup golf tournament. With an emphasis on expert volunteer management and a highly collaborative approach, the Director of Alumni Relations operates as a vital member of the development team, actively contributing to school-wide fundraising success and enriching the vibrant fabric of the school community. Development Functions Responsibilities
- Works collaboratively with the Chief Development Officer and the Development team to support annual fundraising goals while helping build a pipeline of new revenue
- Proactively identifies alumni and parents of alumni as potential donor prospects, meets and secures gifts through local and regional travel
- Builds, maintains, and owns a portfolio of at least 50 high-net-worth prospects/donors
- Coordinates with the Director of Annual Giving, Director of Special Events, and Chief Development Officer on alumni solicitations for Annual Fund, BASH Gala, and other fundraising initiatives
- Maintains accurate alumni records in the Customer Relationship Management Database(Raiser's Edge NXT) to track engagement, giving, and participation
- Assists the development team with other fundraising priorities, including an ongoing capital campaign Alumni and Parents of Alumni Functions Responsibilities
- Develops and implements a detailed operational action plan and calendar for the Alumni Association and Parents of Alumni Association
- Manages both Councils, including volunteers, agendas for meetings, and goals
- Organizes and promotes various events, including Homecoming/Reunion Weekend, The Marshall Cup golf tournament, regional events, holiday parties, networking breakfasts, and the Distinguished Alumni Reception.
- Works in tandem with the Manager of Special Events to secure venues, negotiate vendor contracts, send invitations, etc.
- Meets with senior students in small groups, recruits class agents, assists with senior internships, and hosts events for the senior class
- Meets with all high school advisories and executes the annual alumni speaker series
- Maintains communication channels, including social media, digital, and print. Collects and prepares yearly class notes
- Manages Graduway alumni engagement web portal/app "Benjamin Connect."
- Maintains alumni budget Key Expectations of all TBS employees:
- Demonstrates support of the school's mission and policies
- Consistently models The Benjamin School values
- Builds positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues by establishing effective communication through listening, responsiveness, openness, availability, and approachability
- Takes initiative and ownership in displaying a positive work ethic and behaviors, and encourages this attitude in others
- Maintains proficiency in the field through personal and professional development that strengthens the role and the school Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to prioritize and work independently, and address several challenges simultaneously
- Possession of a pleasant and collaborative style in the workplace, including a professional attitude
- Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment
- Knowledge of various software suites, including Google Suite, Raiser's Edge, InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop
- Ability to maintain confidential information
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree required and 3 years of experience
Physical and Work Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Occasional movement about the office and lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
- Ability to work in excess of 8 hours a day, as well as evening and weekend hours as necessary for events and projects
- Travel required 25% of the time for meetings, events, and professional development Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.