Director of Alumni Relations

Description


Position at CRISTA Resources


Location: Shoreline, WA

Employment Status: Full Time

Compensation: $82,000 to $123,000, DOE

Benefit Highlights: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans w/CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King's Schools.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CRISTA Ministries ("CRISTA") is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (1 Corinthians 12: 17-23).


CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.


CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern's relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media's stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King's Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
• Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.

CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES

• Christ-Centered : We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
• Servanthood : We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity : We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy - reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship : We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
• Unified Team : We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

POSITION SUMMARY

In support of a successful King's Capital Campaign, the Director of Alumni Relations will lead a team in developing meaningful programs and strategies that deepen connection and engagement across the King's Schools alumni community. Drive engagement and financial support among alumni, their family and friends primarily in relation to upcoming Capital Campaigns for King's Schools.Develop and implement a dynamic alumni relations program that cultivates alumni interest and supports the mission of the school. Lead alumni communications, events and engagements initiatives. Support alumni-related fundraising activities and collaborate with King's administration to establish meaningful volunteer opportunities that will foster greater Campaign giving. Align with alumni interests and areas of involvement from when they attended school.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


(General overview and may include all details of responsibilities)

DUTIES

Communications

• Develop and execute communication plans to engage King's alumni and promote alumni relations programs.
• Maintain and enhance the alumni database to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Design, direct, and execute strategic alumni engagement initiatives across digital and communication platforms (i.e.: King's app, e-mail, newsletter) to enhance visibility and participation.
• Partner with Donor Relations to align engagement strategies with annual fundraising goals and Capital Campaign initiatives supporting King's Schools.

Alumni Relations

• Engage and connect with the King's alumni community to foster lasting relationships that reflect and celebrate its 76-year history.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to engage alumni across generations.
• Collaborate with school leadership to strengthen alumni relationships and foster a culture of connection and philanthropy.
• Create programs that encourage alumni involvement in King's Schools life, which include mentoring, speaking engagements and volunteering.

Events

• Develop, produce and update an event and strategy calendar ensuring coordination with King's Schools.
• Design, plan and implement alumni engagement events and programs including reunions, Homecoming, networking receptions and mentorship initiatives.
• Partner with King's faculty, staff and parent groups to integrate alumni into school events.
• Partner with Resource Advancement marketing and communications teams to promote alumni activities.
• Attend key King's Schools events, representing the Advancement department and building alumni visibility and participation.

King's Schools Alumni Program Development

• Develop annual strategies for the King's Schools alumni program including the creation and implementation of materials, programming and events that drive alumni engagement.
• Oversee budget development, evaluating and monitoring the alumni budget while advising leadership on financial recommendations.
• Design and lead alumni giving strategies for annual support and Capital Campaign readiness with Resource Advancement.
• Identify and engage alumni prospects for major gifts and planned gifts.
• Establish and manage stewardship practices, acknowledge and thank alumni donors, volunteers and partners.
• Create and execute program planning and coordination.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise alumni relations staff and volunteers.
• Work closely with King's departments including admissions, academic departments, sports programs, and fine arts to promote and highlight alumni success stories.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis on alumni engagement and financial support.

Volunteer & Network Development

• Recruit, train and support Alumni Class Representatives to serve as ambassadors and advocates.
• Facilitate mentorship and internship connections between King's alumni and current students.
• Collaborate with King's faculty, coaches and program leaders, integrating alumni into school life, guest speaking, and career exploration opportunities.

Fundraising & Resource Advancement

• Partner with the Resource Advancement team to integrate alumni engagement into annual fundraising campaign initiatives.
• Identify and cultivate King's alumni donors and prospects in collaboration with fundraising professionals.
• Support the annual fund and alumni giving campaigns through targeted appeals, peer-to-peer fundraising, and reunion giving programs.
• Take an active role in ensuring alumni participation with capital campaigns, planned giving, auctions and Knight Fund support.
• Utilize data analysis to track King's alumni participation, giving trends, and engagement metrics.

Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

SUPERVISORY RESPOBISIBILITES

Supervise the alumni relations team

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

CHRIST CENTERED

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
• Prayerfully seeks God's will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA's Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION


Bachelor's degree in communications, Marketing, Education, Nonprofit Management, or related field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE


5 + years of experience in alumni relations, fundraising, advancement, or community engagement (preferably in education or nonprofit sector).

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience with CRM systems and alumni databases (Salesforce, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively with several departments
• Passion for King's Schools and Christian Education
• King's Alumni strongly preferred

Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary's List of Crimes and Negative Actions. (WAC 388-113).

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King's Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA's religious beliefs. CRISTA's employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA's Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy.

Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA's Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God's creation.