Director of Strategic Partnerships and Alumni Engagement
2 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Strategic Partnerships and Alumni Engagement to join our team at Amherst College. This is a full-time, year-round position that offers a competitive salary of $84,000 per year.
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to cultivate new relationships with organizations, alumni, parents, and other friends of the college. Your primary goal will be to increase and expand the number of quality internship, job, and career development opportunities for Amherst students.
Key Responsibilities- Cultivate new relationships and connections with organizations, alumni, parents, and other friends of the college to increase and expand the number of quality internship and job opportunities for Amherst students
- Manage employer development planning and execution of new recruitment strategies
- Identify and cultivate relationships with employers who foster a diverse and inclusive workplace
- Work collaboratively with on-campus partners, including faculty members and other administrators, to identify opportunities to engage employers and alumni
- Develop ongoing marketing strategies and materials to bring greater visibility of the college to employers and industries
- Conduct on-site visits with current and prospective employer contacts and College alumni to increase engagement with recruiting opportunities (as needed)
- Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
- 5 years related experience in higher education, business, or nonprofit setting
- Knowledge of current employment trends, branding strategies, and targeted recruitment principles, procedures, and resources
- Relevant experience with early career recruiting
- Solid relationship-building skills, able to interface with executive-level leaders within a company, alumni, donors, volunteers, faculty, and administrators
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, as well as high-level nimbleness and maturity in social and professional settings
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills, including the flexibility to balance multiple priorities with reliable attention to detail
- Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Able to work evenings, weekends, etc., as needed for events and programs
- Must be willing to travel to meet with employers and alumni as needed
Amherst College is a leading liberal arts college that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment that supports professional growth and development.
How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter online. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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