Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Education Requirement 

• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Required Qualifications  

• 3-5 years relevant experience in program management, event planning or management, communications, marketing, or public relations.   

• Must be able to work atypical office hours with evening, weekend, and early morning events and set up requirements on a regular basis.  

• Experience in planning multiple projects at once; organizing, estimating, and executing programs and in person and virtual events including all logistics and staging.  

• Experience in developing, implementing, and analyzing marketing, communication, and engagement strategies. 

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work independently and with a team.  

• Adept at functioning in a highly computerized environment.  Proficient in computer software applications including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel, Zoom, and various databases. 

• Valid driver’s license plus the ability to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Safety program driving standards. 

• Demonstrated experience creating and supporting inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. 

Desired Qualifications 

• Experience with academic and institutional advancement programs. 

• Knowledge of University of Iowa Policies and Procedures. 

• Use of programs like InDesign and/or adobe  

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: 

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.  Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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