Assistant Director of Alumni Network Engagement

About Us

Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation. Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia—a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 16,000+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.

The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions: health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, including medical, dental, and vision, wellness programs, and robust retirement options through Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Employees are granted 13 paid holidays and paid time off accruals and are eligible to participate in the University System of Georgia's Tuition Assistance Program. Fringe benefits include a variety of resources focused on employee physical, mental, financial, and social well-being through Acentra Employee Assistance Program in addition to personal financial advising with Captrust. UWG also offers exclusive discounts and special offers on entertainment, travel, and other products and services through the Perks at Work program, free access to the university recreation facility, discounted campus dining options, and more!

Location

Our campus is located at 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118. Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in-person educational experience and on-campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Alumni Network Engagement is responsible for a variety of projects and broadly supports efforts across the department. These duties include, but are not limited to, strengthening of relationships with alumni, students, volunteers, donors and friends through chapters, networks, and affinity-based events and programming, data research and reporting, alumni volunteer management, and general assistance for the operations of the team. The Assistant Director works independently and handles multiple responsibilities, requiring strong prioritization skills to be successful in this role.

Responsibilities

• Manages event planning process in collaboration with Alumni and Constituent Engagement colleagues to support overall alumni scheduled events including planning, facilitation, and execution.
• Works to develop the programming and overall strategy for UWG Alumni Chapter and Networks to include affinity, athletics, academic, and geographical based alumni groups.
• Manages chapter/network leaders in collaboration with the executive director and development colleagues.
• Manages alumni owned business directory and network for alumni business owners to include programming, events, and overall strategy.
• Manages alumni volunteers across alumni and constituent engagement and university advancement events, to include volunteer strategy and opportunities management.
• Manages overall strategy, event planning, and data management for virtual and distance alumni engagement in conjunction with the executive director.
• Works closely with UCM colleagues to manage alumni communication strategy across digital mediums to include emails, e-newsletters, and social media.
• Researches, prepares, and updates reports related to alumni and constituent engagement outcomes.
• Manages alumni@westga.edu email account.
• Assists departments and campus partners in receiving alumni data with the data integrity team.
• Collaborates with other alumni and constituent engagement staff members to coordinate alumni board activities and data management.
• Works to align UWG alumni outcomes with CASE and GEAC professional organizations best practices.
• Helps manage alumni board materials and activities in conjunction with alumni and constituent engagement staff.
• Works with relevant task force leaders to execute task force initiatives in collaboration with executive director.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Two years of work experience in alumni relations and/or engagement in an educational setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Experience in higher education/university advancement; prefer a UWG alumnus

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Discretion, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities under changing deadlines in a fast-paced office is required.
• Excellent spreadsheet skills and experience with Microsoft Office products.

Pay

$57,056.00 - $63,000.00 annually, paid on a monthly basis.