Alumni Relations Coordinator
Florida International University
Miami, FL
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 5, 2024
About FIU
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
Job Summary
The Alumni Relations Coordinator manages and coordinates the FIU Alumni Association's engagement program including identifying, recruiting, and serving as the liaison with alumni volunteer leaders and engagement program and events.
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in higher education, alumni relations, development, event management, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
2-3 years experience with engagement and volunteer management in a non-profit organization, preferably higher education, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge in telemarketing, direct mail, online and personal solicitation, preferably in higher education.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
Starting at $45,000 and commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.
Job Summary
The Alumni Relations Coordinator manages and coordinates the FIU Alumni Association's engagement program including identifying, recruiting, and serving as the liaison with alumni volunteer leaders and engagement program and events.
- Creates new and expanded opportunities for alumni involvement that will foster positive engagement between alumni and the university, resulting in alumni giving back their time, talent and treasure.
- Develops and implements programming that encourages broader alumni engagement, new affinity groups, increase giving and reunion attendance. Collaborates with events team to support Panther Alumni Week, Roar Lounge, and Reunion Weekend.
- Stays abreast of, and communicative about, best practices. Conducts benchmarking with peers and maintain a deep understanding of segmentation and impact reporting of targeted audiences. Provides frequent and consistent updates to Alumni Programs, Annual Giving Staff, and University Staff to ensure events calendar and other communications are up to date.
- Develops a metrics program and track ROI on network programs and events, work closely with the data team to identify and track engaged alumni. Creates and tracks budget for alumni network program for the office. Works closely with Foundation finance team to manage expenses, sponsorships and scholarship fundraising carried out by the networks.
- Assists with scalable alumni engagement efforts including Panther Legacy Program and Alumni Recognition Program.
- Manages segmented text message campaigns and provide alumni with a high level customer service experience.
- Assists the Director with department budget tracking and expense management.
- Serves as the Procard Approver for departmental transactions. Assures compliance and adherence to University credit card policies and procedures.
- Serve as a University card user for departmental transactions.
- May oversee training and supervision of temporary and student staff.
- Creates and implements procedures to manage alumni email inbox to ensure alumni are getting timely and knowledgeable answers to inquiries.
- Assists with coordinating and scheduling meetings with students and alumni.
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in higher education, alumni relations, development, event management, or a related field.
Desired Qualifications
2-3 years experience with engagement and volunteer management in a non-profit organization, preferably higher education, or equivalent experience.
Knowledge in telemarketing, direct mail, online and personal solicitation, preferably in higher education.
Job Category
Administrative
Advertised Salary
Starting at $45,000 and commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM
Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
How To Apply
Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.
Disclosures
Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
