Alumni Engagement Officer

Department: Engagement

Location: Purdue for Life Foundation

Description

Working for the Purdue For Life Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to empowering Purdue University alumni and fostering a lifelong connection to the institution. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to contribute to a mission that supports educational initiatives, scholarships, and programs that positively impact the lives of Purdue students and graduates. The Foundation's commitment to education and community engagement provides a fulfilling work environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. Additionally, you'll have access to a network of passionate colleagues and the resources needed to drive positive change, making the Purdue For Life Foundation an inspiring and rewarding place to build your career. Your next giant leap starts here.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Provide alumni engagement programing for specific college(s) as assigned.
• Partner with the development unit leader/unit development team to design and implement a forward-thinking engagement and development strategy aligned with the unit’s advancement priorities and strategic goals.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and travel.
  

Alumni Relations

• Serve as primary point of contact with the alumni advisory board of assigned college/unit(s).
• Manage an engagement portfolio to engage alumni personally, professionally, and philanthropically.
• Ensure coordination of College and University alumni activities by attending monthly meetings, communicating with assigned Purdue for Life staff representatives, and engaging the alumni volunteers.
• Participate in the creation of engagement events designed to connect alumni and friends of the College/University with leadership.
• Represent college(s) and the PFLF Engagement Team at Purdue events which may include Distinguished Alumni, Outstanding Alumni, Homecoming, Spring Fest, Dean’s Club and/or other events as needed.
• Provide valuable public relations to all Purdue constituents by volunteering at, participating in, and attending college/university activities.
• Manage questions and follow up from alumni.
• Develop and facilitate communities/mentoring opportunities with your unit hosted on Purdue Ties
  
  

Administrative

• Work cooperatively to achieve the Purdue for Life advancement team goals.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to effectively interact and build relationships with Purdue alumni from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds necessary.
• Articulate the strategic mission of Purdue University, Purdue for Life Foundation, and the College of Engineering with tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, including the ability to communicate well in person, in writing and speaking before groups.
• Skilled at conversation and networking
• Attention to detail required.
• Must be a team player.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, project management, motivational, initiative, problem-solving, creativity and customer service skills required.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines in a timely manner.
• Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, data query, internet, etc. necessary.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with up to 3 days a week in the office in West Lafayette, Indiana.
  
  

Required Education, Experience and Benefits Summary

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience required.
• 2 years of experience working in alumni relations or development preferred.

Job Level: Professional 4

Benefits Summary for eligible employees:

• 10 paid holidays per year.
• Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year.
• Traditional pre-tax 403(b) and Roth retirement plans available.
• 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan and immediate vesting.
• Health Savings Account- earn up to $450 annually towards medical expenses.
• Employer funded Preventative Dental and Vision insurance.
• Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University and Purdue Global for qualified employees, spouses, and dependents.