Assistant Director of Class Engagement

Assistant Director of Class Engagement College of the Holy Cross Full Time JREQ-000844 At Holy Cross, we are focused on creating a world-class workforceby attracting and retaining employees dedicated to fostering aculture of professionalism, pride, mutual trust, and respect-onethat values appreciation and recognition, empowering each of us toflourish both individually and collectively. We seek candidates whoare inspired by our mission and values, and who are eager to make ameaningful difference on our campus. Learn more about Life at HolyCross here. Entry-level management focused on supporting specific program orproject areas. Responsibilities: Executes day-to-day operationswithin the assigned area, contributes to strategic planningefforts, and assists with project oversight to meet immediateorganizational needs. Impact: Plays a critical role in achievingoperational efficiencies and supporting the team in meetingshort-term goals. (Typically requiring 3-5 years of relevantexperience with a Bachelor's degree preferred) Job Description The Assistant Director of Class Engagement plays a critical role infostering strong connections between alumni and the College. Thisposition is responsible for managing class-based volunteer programsand leading milestone Reunion fundraising campaigns to drive alumniparticipation and philanthropic support. The Assistant Directorworks closely with staff colleagues and volunteers to inspiremeaningful engagement, cultivate a culture of philanthropy, andachieve participation and revenue goals that support the College'scomprehensive campaign. Major Areas of Responsibility Key Responsibilities Recruit, train, and support alumni class volunteers, with a particular focus on class chairs and Reunion committees. Oversee15-20 non-Reunion classes and three milestone classes. Provide strategic guidance, resources, and ongoingcommunication to empower volunteers to promote participation andengagement to their classmates. Support class programming andevents. Design and execute annual Reunion fundraising strategies forselect milestone classes. In coordination with Leadership AnnualGiving, identify volunteer leadership, recruit committee members,manage timelines and communications for Reunion gift committees toensure successful outcomes. Contribute to the development of class engagement and annualgiving strategies aligned with institutional goals. Serve as the Class Engagement team lead on the College'stexting platform in order to drive participation and engagementacross the division. Monitor progress toward class participation and Reunionfundraising benchmarks; prepare regular reports on outcomes.Utilize advancement databases and digital tools to track volunteeractivity, participation rates, and donor engagement. Serve as the Class Engagement team lead for Class Communicationtemplates. Stay informed about best practices in alumni engagement andapply innovative approaches to volunteer management and classfundraising. Other duties as assigned or necessary. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, with a strong understanding of andcommitment to the mission of the College and the value of a liberalarts education. Two years of successful advancement, fundraising, or relatedtransferable experience preferred/required. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and engageeffectively with a diverse range of constituents, colleagues,volunteers, and community members. Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills, with theability to manage multiple priorities, meet goals and deadlines,and work independently. Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonalskills, with the ability to inspire colleagues and motivatevolunteers. Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, professionalism, anddiscretion when handling confidential and sensitiveinformation. Positive, approachable, and collaborative demeanor, with theability to represent the College professionally and build strongrelationships with internal and external constituents. Willingness and availability to work occasional evenings andweekends, as required by the needs of the position. Valid driver's license required. Core Competencies Collaboration: Exchanging information, ideas, thoughts andfeelings thoughtfully with others in a manner that is proactive andenhances partnerships Inclusion: Actively engaging with the values of the College bypromoting a work environment that embraces diversity anddemonstrating respect for the opinions and beliefs of others Innovation: Performing one's job with creativity andproactivity, improving procedures and problem-solving Mission/Service Orientation: Focusing on service to others andcontributing to the College's collective mission Responsibility: Taking ownership of one's actions andaccountability for one's tasks and duties Disclaimer The description above represents the most significant duties ofthis position but does not exclude other occasional workassignments not mentioned, the inclusion of which would be inconformity with the factor degrees assigned. Salary Range: The Assistant Director of Class Engagementoffers a salary range of $57,000-$60,000, commensurate witheducation and experience Weekly Hours: 40 #J-18808-Ljbffr