Creighton University
Director Alumni Relations, College of Nursing & School of Dentistry
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
The Director of Alumni Relations for the College of Nursing and the School of Dentistry initiates, discovers and cultivates relationships with alumni. The goal is to maximize alumni engagement, in order to advance school/college, as well as university priorities. The Director will connect alumni with university partnership opportunities, as well as assist in educating alumni about the current state of their school/college and anticipated, future needs.The Director leads the Alumni Boards for each school/college they support, in partnership with the Deans and Directors of Development. They also create and execute strategic alumni programming for each school/college they are assigned to. Additionally, the Director will join university and school/college representatives at alumni events throughout the country to enhance alumni affinity and commitment to Creighton University. The Director will oversee their school/college program budgets, as well as assist with university alumni events within the division of University Relations as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesQualify alumni of the College of Nursing and the School of Dentistry to determine if there is interest in becoming a volunteer, informed ambassador and/or a donor.Facilitate the opportunity for engagement and partnership with the school/college/university according to the alumnae/alumnus' interest.
Lead effective alumni boards for each school/college that actively assist with achievement of the school's priorities and needs.
Oversee the development, implementation and assessment of strategic, mission-driven alumni engagement programs to strengthen alumni affinity for the College of Nursing and the School of Dentistry.Manage alumni relations program budgets for each school/college.Partner with the deans, development officers and other University Relations and campus partners to increase engagement of alumni.
QualificationsBachelors' Degree required, Masters preferred
5 years related experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail
Cultural competency; ability to understand and appreciate cultural differences that impact constituents
Ability to communicate effectively across cultures
Collaboration; ability to listen, understand other viewpoints, find commonalities, persuade and create win-win solutions
Experience managing volunteers and strong interpersonal skills utilized in relationship management
Ability to develop, manage and assess a range of programs involving multiple audiences and stakeholders
Ability to write and speak effectively and credibly to a wide range of alumni, faculty and University administrators
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Appreciation and understanding of Creighton University's mission and the ability to effectively communicate the mission
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Change the World From HereAAP/EEO StatementCreighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.Disclosure StatementThis description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.
Lead effective alumni boards for each school/college that actively assist with achievement of the school's priorities and needs.
Oversee the development, implementation and assessment of strategic, mission-driven alumni engagement programs to strengthen alumni affinity for the College of Nursing and the School of Dentistry.Manage alumni relations program budgets for each school/college.Partner with the deans, development officers and other University Relations and campus partners to increase engagement of alumni.
QualificationsBachelors' Degree required, Masters preferred
5 years related experience
Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Highly organized with impeccable attention to detail
Cultural competency; ability to understand and appreciate cultural differences that impact constituents
Ability to communicate effectively across cultures
Collaboration; ability to listen, understand other viewpoints, find commonalities, persuade and create win-win solutions
Experience managing volunteers and strong interpersonal skills utilized in relationship management
Ability to develop, manage and assess a range of programs involving multiple audiences and stakeholders
Ability to write and speak effectively and credibly to a wide range of alumni, faculty and University administrators
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Appreciation and understanding of Creighton University's mission and the ability to effectively communicate the mission
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Change the World From HereAAP/EEO StatementCreighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.Disclosure StatementThis description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.