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Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

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Sul Ross State University
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Alpine

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Job TitleAssistant Director of Alumni RelationsLocationAlpineDepartmentDevelopment and Alumni RelationsJob No.Posting Date10/04/2019End DateUntil FilledYesAppointment DateSalary$32,000.00Required

Associate’s Degree in related field. Minimum of two (2) years experience in a progressively responsible professional position; combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities.

The incumbent must demonstrate strong professional and executive abilities and strong interpersonal skills particularly with young alumni. The Assistant Director must demonstrate excellent oral and written skills, including English, journalism and practices and procedures in public relations.
The Assistant Director must be proficient in computer applications and databases. The incumbent must be able to establish effective work relationships with diverse groups and individuals and possess knowledge of the university mission and university community. The Assistant Director must demonstrate ability to organize and direct major work projects and meet deadlines in a timely manner.

Preferred

Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

The Assistant Director is responsible for several aspects including but not necessarily limited to: supporting the overall strategic vision and goals of the Alumni Relations office; staff supervision when necessary; utilizing creative ways to promote memberships; when necessary, assist the Director with Annual Membership acquisition and retention and annual campaigns to secure Life Members; responsible for maintaining a sufficient budget for events and outreach; update webpage updates and social media as directed; develop Young Alumni programs and activity planning, scheduling and implementation; marketing and promotion of young alumni programs. Develop and implement specific strategies to increase membership among targeted populations such as young alumni, recent graduates, affinity groups, etc. Advise and guide student alumni association in order to increase student membership and planning. Propose new ideas to improve event planning and increased participation. Assist in Alumni Event planning and execution. Serve as a liaison between the current student population and Alumni Association members as well as assist current members with recruitment of legacy students. In discharging these responsibilities, the Director will work closely with the administration and faculty and will provide support for the Alumni Association Board of Directors. The Assistant Director will come into contact with significant state officials, prominent individuals, and major donors. The Assistant Director will make formal presentations and frequently performs public speaking duties. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Information

WORKING CONDITIONS
Received: The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations will report directly to the Director for Alumni Relations.
Given: The Assistant Director will assist with the supervision of the employees & students in the Alumni Relations office and coordinate the efforts of alumni serving in a voluntary/advisory capacity.
Usual: Requires evening and weekend work periods, and frequent travel. Position is Security Sensitive.

Physical Requirements: Light lifting exerting up to 25 lbs., occasionally 10 lbs., frequently or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Position is Security Sensitive.

SUPERVISION
Received: The Director of Alumni Relations will report directly to the Executive Director for Administration and Development.
Given: The Director will supervise the employees & students in the Alumni Relations office and coordinate the efforts of alumni serving in a voluntary/advisory capacity.

Texas Law requires a 60 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

About SRSU

Sul Ross State University, located in Alpine, Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System. It is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students on campus in Alpine.

At an elevation of 4,480 feet in the scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountain State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park and Guadalupe National Park are all within one to three hours’ driving distance from Alpine.

See http://www.sulross.edu
See http://www.sulross.edu

Instructions to applicants

How to Apply Submit letter of interest, resume, contact information for three references and completed Sul Ross application

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts
Optional Documents
    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

      Organization

      Working at Sul Ross State University

      Called "Possibly the most underrated little university west of the Mississippi" by CBS's Dan Rather, Sul Ross State University in West Texas boasts a combination of small class sizes, an appreciation of both fine arts and the sciences and popular professional programs in a relaxed, friendly environment.

      Who Is Sul Ross? Where is Sul Ross?
      The university's name honors Lawrence Sullivan "Sul" Ross, the son of a pioneer Waco, Texas, family and a popular soldier, governor, educator and humanitarian. Founded in 1917 as a teacher college, Sul Ross continues to offer teacher education as one of its most popular programs. Others in high demand are business, criminal justice and agricultural and natural resource sciences. Sul Ross achieved university status in 1969.

      The university, comprising 647 acres in Alpine, Texas, boasts a beautiful 93-acre main campus of exquisitely-detailed buildings and enjoys perhaps the most temperate climate in the state. Its situation in the Davis Mountains overlooks the center of the city below, yet it remains within easy reach of many local stores and restaurants. The university also has a 468-acre working ranch that serves its animal science programs.

      Located in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde, the Middle Rio Grande Campuses offer upper level and graduate courses.  Our professors provide hands on learning in ways that relate to our students and their passion for higher education.  Courses are accessible via interactive television, online learning communities, and face to face classes

      Sul Ross State University is part of The Texas State University System, the largest college system in the state after the University of Texas and Texas A&M systems.

      A Small Size, But Plenty to Do
      With an enrollment of about 2,000 students on the main campus in Alpine, class sizes are small, guaranteeing a much higher level of personal attention from instructors and the university's support staff. But there's plenty for students to do in their free time: lots of student clubs and organizations, a thriving arts community and a strong athletic tradition.

      The SRSU men's basketball team won the conference championship five times in the past 20 years, including the 1999 American Southwest Conference championship. The women's basketball team has also won five conference championships and played in eight national playoffs, even making it to the Final Four.

      Similarly, the Lobos football and baseball teams have won five conference titles each in the past 20 years, including American Southwest Conference championships in the late 1990s. The Lady Lobos volleyball team has won nine conference championships in all.

      Rodeo is significant part of the Sul Ross program, and the university is the birthplace of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. Many team members have gone on to become world champions, and 1951 graduate Harley May is a charter member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Hall of Fame.

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      432-837-8243
      Location
      Box C-13
      Alpine
      Texas
      79832
      US

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