Assistant Director, Volunteer Engagement

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

The Assistant Director, Volunteer Engagement is responsible for implementing a strategy to engage alumni volunteers throughout the NYU network and is involved in all aspects of the volunteer lifecycle including but not limited to identification, recruitment, onboarding and training, stewardship, and offboarding. Lead alumni volunteers in the ideation and execution of events and activities with the goal of engaging NYU alumni, donors, and prospects in the cultural, intellectual, and academic life of NYU. Provide support and strategic leadership for regional clubs and affinity clubs. Manage special events including but not limited to alumni conferences and Presidential receptions. This position requires travel.

UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or related area

Required Experience:
5+ years experience in higher education, non-profit, or development environment or equivalent combination of experience and education

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized and creative

Strong experience with alumni relations, volunteer engagement, event planning, logistics, and management

Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to professionally interact with all levels of students, staff, faculty, and alumni

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software

Familiarity with presentation software and desktop publishing applications

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Proficiency with MS Office and Powerpoint

Exposure to fundraising software, such as BBCRM

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $70,000.00 to USD $90,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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