Grad Asst - Alumni Engagement Associate

Malone Alumni Office Support

This position is responsible for supporting the overall efforts of the Malone Alumni Office, both administratively and operationally, by performing various tasks associated with special events and communications.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Managing the alumni blog and Instagram account, alongside the Director of Alumni Engagement.
• Facilitating project management for alumni office initiatives and new offerings as needed.
• Assisting with alumni communication, including calls, cards, emails, and the monthly newsletter.
• Assisting with event coordination for Homecoming and other alumni events.
• Administering the donor database (Raiser's Edge/NXT).
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include:

• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Demonstrated relational and collaborative skills.
• Ability to operate at a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Effective time management and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Suite.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work with others in a professional manner.
• Ability to publicly represent the university.

Education and experience requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate work.
• Registered and enrolled in a full-time graduate program.

Working conditions/physical demands include:

• Work is typically performed in a conventional office environment.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Additional information includes:

• 20 hours per week.
• Graduate Assistants may receive up to 18 credit hours per academic year (maximum of 9 per semester) of tuition remission in exchange for up to 800 hours of service. The term of this position is August 1 - May 31 and is for one academic year unless it is shortened by poor performance, completion of the degree or withdrawal from the program. The tuition voucher is for courses toward degree requirements only. Any unused portion of the voucher expires at the end of the academic year and may not be carried over to the next year. Graduate Assistants are responsible for payment of all academic fees, room, meal plans and tuition beyond the voucher. In some cases, housing and meal coverage may be extended as part of the assistantship. As an employee, Graduate Assistants will receive a W-2 reflecting the value of service for tax filing purposes. Graduate Assistants should consult their tax advisor to discuss the tax implications.