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Palm Beach State College
Alumni and Annual Giving Coordinator
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What they do
An Alumni Relations Manager manages and maintains communication, interest, and financial support from graduates and alumni of a college or university. Creates and broadens alumni programs and plans events like alumni reunions or homecomings.
$98,500 / year median in the U.S.
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives. About this role Responsible for coordinating annual giving programs and alumni relation strategies. Assists with the development and implementation of annual giving campaigns, communication and outreach efforts, and programs that strengthen lifelong relationships with the College. Coordinates alumni relation efforts that foster long-term engagement after graduation and inspire alumni to contribute. What a day of an Alumni and Annual Giving Coordinator looks like: Develops and executes a comprehensive, multi-channel annual giving strategy, including direct mail, digital, and crowdfunding campaigns. Leads planning and execution of Giving Day, driving engagement across alumni and key audiences. Manages campaign timelines, messaging, creative development, and segmentation to maximize participation and revenue. Tracks performance metrics and produces reports, using data to refine strategy and improve results. Creates training materials and supports campus partners and volunteers involved in annual giving efforts. Designs and implements alumni engagement strategies, including volunteer programs, affinity groups, and storytelling initiatives. Builds and maintains strong relationships with alumni, campus partners, and external vendors to align priorities and enhance engagement. Supports stewardship of legacy donors, including coordinating recognition efforts and signature events. Maintains accurate records for planned giving donors and prospects. Collaborates across advancement teams, stays current on industry trends, and supports institutional goals and initiatives. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience ; OR Associate's degree and four years of related experienceKnowledge of:
Microsoft Office Professional or similar application Annual giving, fundraising, and alumni relations strategies and principles Skilled in: Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management Seeking opportunities for continuous improvement Promoting cooperative behavior and team efforts Ability to: Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service Prioritize, process, and execute multiple projects at a high-level of accuracy and attention to detail Gain the confidence and respect of diverse stakeholders in order to work effectively and build relationships of trustLicenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Regular physical attendance required Some periods throughout the year will require extended work hours including nights, weekends, and college closures Requires travel between campus locations Valid Florida driver's license Preferred, but not a must:Education and Experience:
Experience in higher educationKnowledge of:
Donor management software Skilled in: Graphic design Work Environment and Physical DemandFrequency:
Push or pull objects- Occasionally Reach and grasp objects
- Hourly Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Occasionally Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Hourly Sit for extended periods of time
- Hourly Stand for extended periods of time
- Daily Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers
- Hourly Use of video display terminal
- Hourly Interaction with general public
- Daily Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
- Hourly Visual identification of people or objects
- Hourly Communicate information verbally
- Hourly Communicate information in writing
- Hourly Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Hourly Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Hourly Operate a motor vehicle
- Occasionally This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job.