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Troy, NY
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12/18/24

 

Director, Constituent Engagement

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Job Summary
The Director of Constituent Engagement directs all planning and implementation of a comprehensive and integrated, department-wide alumni engagement program on behalf of the Office of Alumni Engagement and the Division of Institute Advancement. The Director is responsible for the development of early student engagement programming, on and off-campus partnerships with Athletics, Fraternities and Sororities, and alumni affinity groups, focusing on earlier engagement of student leaders and alumni through activities with Rensselaer.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
• Minimum of seven (7) years of related and progressively responsible professional fundraising and management practice including volunteer management preferably in a college, university or academic setting with particular emphasis on alumni or other constituent relations within a research university or a similarly complex enterprise with a comprehensive constituent relations program
• Demonstrated leadership abilities practice including practice building strong, autonomous, and collaborative teams
significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, expertise, and Abilities
• Comprehensive knowledge in alumni or other constituent relations within a research university or a similarly complex enterprise with a comprehensive constituent relations program.
• Commitment to advancing Rensselaer by raising messages, volunteers, and funds that support institutional priorities.
• capability to develop effective partnerships with internal and external constituencies
• capability to manage fundraising goals and expectations in a metrics-driven, deadline-oriented environment.
• capability to set priorities while also contributing to team effort in Institute Advancement
• capability to exercise good judgment, to demonstrate an knowledge of ethics related to development activities and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects and others.
• capability to conduct research and assemble data, analyzes information, and prepare effective, accurate and timely reports and other documents to support development activities.
• capability to design, implement, and continuously improve programs and processes that achieve results.
• Excellent oral and written communication expertise
• Strong organizational expertise
• capability to anticipate and solve problems
• Strong analytical expertise and capability to interpret financial data
• capability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• capability to work with a diverse population
• Strong computer expertise and knowledge
• capability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.

Shift
Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

TravelOccasional overnight travel may be required(10% or less)

Driving
Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting income/Rate
Expected hiring range: $115,000 - $120,000 per year
Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate's income will be determined located on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate's qualifications, practice, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer's good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions
Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.
If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu
Job Posted Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information
Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit .

 
 
 

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Job Location: Troy, NY, Other
Address: Troy, NY
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 12/19/2024 / Viewed 11 times
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