Jesuit High School of New Orleans
Alumni Director
Jesuit High School of New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123
Jesuit High SchoolNew Orleans, LA
Jesuit High School is a non-profit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for boys in grades 8-12. The mission of Jesuit High School is to develop in its students the competence, conscience, and compassion that will enable them to be men of faith and men for others.
Position Title: Alumni Director
Works in the office of institutional advancement as a 12-month employee reporting to the director of advancement.
Position Summary
The alumni director ensures that Jesuit cultivates and maintains a strategic, vibrant, and robust connection to alumni of all generations.
Primary Responsibilities
Spearheads Development of Alumni Individual and Class Leadership : Identifies potential leaders, cultivates alumni committees and volunteers, and maintains relationships with alumni of all ages. Cultivates and trains dedicated alumni class leadership teams responsible for energizing their respective classes and ensuring maximum participation in annual giving efforts, Jesuit events, and class engagement events.
Supports and Organizes Alumni Annual Giving : Secures class-level volunteers/callers for Alumni Giving Drive and attends and participates in all AGD events.
Implement Targeted Alumni Outreach : Develops and executes segmented communication strategies for various alumni cohorts, including personalized outreach, age-specific communications, and targeted event invitations to foster community and reconnect classmates.
Utilizes Data-Driven Engagement Strategies : Ensures consistent updates on the impact of alumni contributions and publicly celebrates philanthropic milestones, class accomplishments, and more to facilitate ongoing support. Tracks and assesses the success of alumni engagement efforts through metrics such as event attendance, participation rates, and alumni feedback.
Provides Regular Updates and Acknowledgments : Ensures consistent updates on the impact of alumni contributions and publicly acknowledges milestones reached to foster trust and encourage ongoing support.
Highlights Alumni Contributions in Communications : Incorporates stories of alumni contributions and their impact on the school in communications like
Jaynotes , social media, and the website, recognizing alumni who contribute both financially and through volunteer efforts.
Strategically Develops Alumni Programming : Creatively designs and implements new programs and initiatives that align with the school's advancement and strategic goals, ensuring these programs foster strong alumni engagement and support the broader mission of Jesuit High School.
Coordinates the Following Annual Events : Alumni Homecoming Mass & Reception (serves as Alumnus of the Year liaison); Alumnus of the Year Dinner; Commencement Luncheon; Career Day (with JHS guidance office).
Coordinates the Following Committees : Alumni Captains' Committee (meets twice per year); Alumni Steering Committee (meets twice per year).
Collaborates with Development Team : Regularly works together with development and major gifts colleagues to promote seamless integration of alumni affairs and development efforts. Supports regional and national alumni chapters across the country, involving travel up to four to five times a year. Cultivates personal alumni relationships at school events throughout the year. Coordinates or delegates 5-year alumni reunions and up to six niche reunions per year. Holds weekly alumni affairs meetings. Oversees program for maintaining alumni contact information. Organizes and leads committee which makes recommendations to the president for the following: Alumnus of the Year, Distinguished Military Alumnus, Archdiocesan Distinguished Alumnus Award. Coordinates alumni component of Thanksgiving Drive. Secures alumni tour guides for Open House. Serves as a member of Rivalry Game planning committee (Jesuit vs. Holy Cross football). Invites alumni to speak at morning assembly. Assists with writing alumni segments for
Jaynotes
(bi-annual publication) and website.
Attends JSN and advancement conferences and other professional development opportunities.
Professional Requirements
Skill in marshalling engagement from volunteer leaders
Proven ability to interact on a professional level with alumni of all ages and backgrounds
Ability to keep information, especially financial data, confidential
Understanding of and appreciation for Jesuit High School of New Orleans and its history
Proven track record of meeting performance goals
Proficiency with verbal and written communication
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
General understanding of database navigation and entry
Salary and Benefits
Jesuit offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package including a 401k with employer contributions as well as employer-paid life and disability insurance. Offers may be rescinded upon unsuccessful completion of a pre-employment drug test or background investigation.
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Jesuit High School is a non-profit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for boys in grades 8-12. The mission of Jesuit High School is to develop in its students the competence, conscience, and compassion that will enable them to be men of faith and men for others.
Position Title: Alumni Director
Works in the office of institutional advancement as a 12-month employee reporting to the director of advancement.
Position Summary
The alumni director ensures that Jesuit cultivates and maintains a strategic, vibrant, and robust connection to alumni of all generations.
Primary Responsibilities
Spearheads Development of Alumni Individual and Class Leadership : Identifies potential leaders, cultivates alumni committees and volunteers, and maintains relationships with alumni of all ages. Cultivates and trains dedicated alumni class leadership teams responsible for energizing their respective classes and ensuring maximum participation in annual giving efforts, Jesuit events, and class engagement events.
Supports and Organizes Alumni Annual Giving : Secures class-level volunteers/callers for Alumni Giving Drive and attends and participates in all AGD events.
Implement Targeted Alumni Outreach : Develops and executes segmented communication strategies for various alumni cohorts, including personalized outreach, age-specific communications, and targeted event invitations to foster community and reconnect classmates.
Utilizes Data-Driven Engagement Strategies : Ensures consistent updates on the impact of alumni contributions and publicly celebrates philanthropic milestones, class accomplishments, and more to facilitate ongoing support. Tracks and assesses the success of alumni engagement efforts through metrics such as event attendance, participation rates, and alumni feedback.
Provides Regular Updates and Acknowledgments : Ensures consistent updates on the impact of alumni contributions and publicly acknowledges milestones reached to foster trust and encourage ongoing support.
Highlights Alumni Contributions in Communications : Incorporates stories of alumni contributions and their impact on the school in communications like
Jaynotes , social media, and the website, recognizing alumni who contribute both financially and through volunteer efforts.
Strategically Develops Alumni Programming : Creatively designs and implements new programs and initiatives that align with the school's advancement and strategic goals, ensuring these programs foster strong alumni engagement and support the broader mission of Jesuit High School.
Coordinates the Following Annual Events : Alumni Homecoming Mass & Reception (serves as Alumnus of the Year liaison); Alumnus of the Year Dinner; Commencement Luncheon; Career Day (with JHS guidance office).
Coordinates the Following Committees : Alumni Captains' Committee (meets twice per year); Alumni Steering Committee (meets twice per year).
Collaborates with Development Team : Regularly works together with development and major gifts colleagues to promote seamless integration of alumni affairs and development efforts. Supports regional and national alumni chapters across the country, involving travel up to four to five times a year. Cultivates personal alumni relationships at school events throughout the year. Coordinates or delegates 5-year alumni reunions and up to six niche reunions per year. Holds weekly alumni affairs meetings. Oversees program for maintaining alumni contact information. Organizes and leads committee which makes recommendations to the president for the following: Alumnus of the Year, Distinguished Military Alumnus, Archdiocesan Distinguished Alumnus Award. Coordinates alumni component of Thanksgiving Drive. Secures alumni tour guides for Open House. Serves as a member of Rivalry Game planning committee (Jesuit vs. Holy Cross football). Invites alumni to speak at morning assembly. Assists with writing alumni segments for
Jaynotes
(bi-annual publication) and website.
Attends JSN and advancement conferences and other professional development opportunities.
Professional Requirements
Skill in marshalling engagement from volunteer leaders
Proven ability to interact on a professional level with alumni of all ages and backgrounds
Ability to keep information, especially financial data, confidential
Understanding of and appreciation for Jesuit High School of New Orleans and its history
Proven track record of meeting performance goals
Proficiency with verbal and written communication
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
General understanding of database navigation and entry
Salary and Benefits
Jesuit offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a benefits package including a 401k with employer contributions as well as employer-paid life and disability insurance. Offers may be rescinded upon unsuccessful completion of a pre-employment drug test or background investigation.
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