<p>Job Description:</p> <p>The Associate Director of Alumnae/i Programs & Volunteer Engagement plays a leadership role in strengthening connections between Goucher College and its alumnae/i community through volunteer management, class reunion engagement, affinity group support, and event coordination. This position is responsible for building meaningful volunteer opportunities, managing alumnae/i-led initiatives, and creating programs that foster lifelong connections and philanthropic support.</p> <p>Essential Job Functions:</p> <p>25% A. Class Reunion Engagement & Philanthropy</p> <ul> <li> <p>Manage class reunion planning and committee development in coordination with the Development and Annual Giving teams.</p> </li><li> <p>Support class-based giving campaigns and implement targeted outreach using platforms like GiveCampus.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead communications for reunion committees, including quarterly meetings and updates.</p> </li><li> <p>Organize an annual convening call for all reunion volunteers to kick off the engagement cycle.</p> </li></ul> <p>25% B. Alumnae/i Weekend Planning</p> <ul> <li> <p>Lead planning and execution of reunion activities during Alumnae/i Weekend.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee logistics, collaborate with campus partners, and ensure high-quality volunteer and attendee experiences.</p> </li></ul> <p>20% C. Volunteer Management</p> <ul> <li> <p>Recruit, train, support, and recognize alumnae/i volunteers, including class reunion leaders, event hosts, and affinity group representatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain and regularly update volunteer engagement rosters and track involvement across programs.</p> </li></ul> <p>15% D. Virtual and Regional Engagement</p> <ul> <li> <p>Plan and host virtual events such as panels, webinars, and social meetups to engage alumnae/i across geographies.</p> </li><li> <p>Plan and execute regional events in partnership with alumnae/i volunteers and ambassadors.</p> </li></ul> <p>10% E. Affinity Group Support</p> <ul> <li> <p>Serve as the primary liaison for identity-based and interest-based alumnae/i groups.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate regular communication with group leaders and ensure smooth leadership transitions and event support.</p> </li></ul> <p>Non-Essential Functions:</p> <p>5% A. Initiate and coordinate meetings with campus partners to support the goals and objectives outlined for this position. Serve on committees/workgroups as assigned. Maintain open communication with peers and departmental colleagues. Participate in campus events hosted/administered by the Advancement Division.</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Required: Bachelor's degree</p> <p>Preferred: Master's degree</p> <p>Professional Experience:</p> <p>Required: 5 years of experience in higher education events planning, alumnae/i engagement, or fundraising.</p> <p>Preferred: 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in higher education, events planning, alumnae/i engagement, student engagement, or fundraising, with 2 years, specifically working in alumnae engagement. Experience with CRM databases (such as Raiser's Edge) and platforms like GiveCampus.</p> <p>This position requires the employee to work weekends or evenings.</p> <p>Job Category:</p> <p>Staff</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.</p> <p>Please submit the following application materials (only for external candidates):</p> <ul> <li> <p>Cover Letter</p> </li><li> <p>Resume</p> </li><li> <p>3 references</p> </li></ul> <p>Goucher College is an Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.</p> <p>Goucher College is committed to increasing the equity of our community and seeks applicants dedicated to applying principles of equity and inclusion in all areas of the campus community.</p>