Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer

Alumni Relations And Stewardship Officer

Penn State is currently seeking an Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer in supporting the John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering, the oldest and largest department in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State's future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Alumni Relations for the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and working closely with academic department faculty and staff, as well as other partners, this Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer will :

• Facilitate information sharing and promote best practices of non-DDAR staff working in the college departments and institutes on alumni relations functions;
• Articulate Penn State's needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications;
• Develop and administer alumni programming for the assigned department;
• Manage stewardship activities and communicate stewardship objectives and the associated responsibilities to the unit director and other internal partners;
• Plan and coordinate the nomination and selection process for various alumni association and / or scholarship awards;
• Oversee the Identification, recruitment, and management of alumni volunteers to serve on boards and committees.

The successful candidate will have :

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires : Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Certifications : None. If filled as Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer - Professional, this position requires : Bachelor's Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications : None.

Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher educationand philanthropyto shape the public good, you'll excel right here in Penn State's Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800,000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers, alumni relations professionals, communicators, event planners, financial experts, and more, there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu.

Building a Career and a Life at Penn State

Across all campuses and an online World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroomit's the positive impact made on communities across the globe. Penn State consistently ranks among the top academic and research universities in the world : psu.edu / this-is-penn-state / facts-and-rankings

This position is based at the University Park campus, located in State College, Pennsylvania. State College is ranked among the lowest-stress and safest small cities in the country, with excellent public schools, beautiful parks and other natural assets, and a broad range of cultural and athletic events and venues : statecollegepa.us and statecollege.com

Background Checks / Clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $46,400.00 - $74,000.00. Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Campus Security Crime Statistics

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO Is The Law

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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