Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

000350

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Working Title

Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement

Position Designation

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Position Information

General Information

Position Number

000350

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Working Title

Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement

Position Designation

EHRA Non-Faculty

Employment Type

Permanent - Full-time

Months per Year

12

Work Schedule

8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday; evenings and weekends as needed.

Hours per week

40

FLSA Status

Exempt

Division

University Advancement

Department

Alumni Affairs (Adm)

Work Location

Harris Alumni Center

Salary Range

$51,986 - $60,000

Primary Purpose of Department

The Office of Alumni Engagement’s primary purpose is to develop, coordinate and promote programs for our alumni to keep them connected and involved with

UNC

Charlotte and one another. To serve

UNC

Charlotte alumni and students in order to strengthen connections and encourage involvement with the institution. The Office of Alumni Engagement is within the division of University Advancement.

Primary Purpose of Position

Reporting to the Associate Director for Signature Programs and Sponsorships, the Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement is responsible for managing affinity-based alumni events and programs. Affinity-based events and programs are defined as events or programs organized by and for groups of alumni with a shared interest or experience. Events may be in person on or off campus as well as virtual. Affinity examples include, but are not limited to, geographic location, student organization affiliation and professional industry. The position is responsible for managing volunteers and committees working on specific programs or events. This position will strategically develop programs, activities and communications to connect, serve and engage alumni within various affinities. This position will respond to alumni inquiries and proactively identify alumni groups to engage.

As part of a university-wide corporate engagement strategy, this position is responsible for creating engagement opportunities for alumni working within key Charlotte area corporations, including but not limited to Bank of America, Truist, Ally and

TIAA

. Engagement opportunities may range from casual social gatherings to professional development activities to alumni networks. This position will be responsible for managing alumni volunteer groups within target corporations. This position will also be responsible for building new relationships with alumni working with corporations not currently engaged with the university. This position will collaborate with development officers, University Career Center, Research and other campus partners to engage alumni.

The position is also responsible for serving as the Alumni Engagement liaison with the Athletics department and will support athletics-related events such as watch parties and conference tournament events. The position will also support the Associate Director for Signature Programs and Sponsorships with tailgate programming, as needed.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

Program Management

The Assistant Director of Affinity Engagement is responsible for managing affinity-based alumni events and programs. Affinity-based events and programs are defined as events or programs organized by and for groups of alumni with a shared interest or experience. Events may be in person, on or off campus as well as virtual. Affinity examples include, but are not limited to, geographic location, student organization affiliation and professional industry.

This position will strategically develop programs, activities and communications to connect, serve and engage alumni within various affinities.

As part of a university-wide corporate engagement strategy, this position is responsible for creating engagement opportunities for alumni working within key Charlotte area corporations, including but not limited to Bank of America, Truist, Ally and

TIAA

. Engagement opportunities may range from casual social gatherings to professional development activities to alumni networks.

The position is also responsible for serving as the Alumni Engagement liaison with the Athletics department and will support athletics-related events such as watch parties and conference tournament events.

The Assistant Director will collaborate with the Alumni Communications Specialist to ensure that the communications and marketing initiatives are aligned and successfully coordinated with their programming area. Position will work with the specialist to develop a yearly communications plan.

Volunteer Management

The Assistant Director will serve as primary volunteer manager of corporate-based alumni networks including but not limited to the Bank of America Alumni Network, Truist Alumni Network, Charlotte Ally Alumni Network and

UNC

Charlotte Alumni Campus Employees (

ACE

) Network.

The position is responsible for managing volunteers and committees working on specific programs or events, such as Greek organization alumni gatherings, regional gatherings, athletic watch parties and other affinity-based events. This position will respond to alumni inquiries and proactively identify alumni groups to engage.

Fundraising

Work with volunteer boards to reach 100% giving by members during each fiscal year. This may require creating and sending letter and/or email solicitations and direct verbal asks.

Other Work Responsibilities

Assistant Director will be responsible for developing and managing a budget for their area of oversight.

Assistant Director will exercise sound judgment in selecting event venues and vendors. The position will assess vendors and venues from a risk management perspective in order to ensure that the university’s safety standards are met.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in event planning or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Master’s degree preferred.

At least 3 years of experience in event planning or a closely related field.

Program management and event planning skills are highly desirable.

Experience working in alumni engagement or higher education is a plus.

Volunteer management experience is highly desirable.

Capable of managing competing priorities and multiple deadlines, and seeing projects through from beginning to end.

The ability to travel and participate in evening and weekend activities.

The ability to authentically and enthusiastically represent the mission, vision, and values of

UNC

Charlotte and contribute to its diverse and inclusive campus culture as a strong and compelling advocate.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong collaborative leadership skills and ability to work effectively as a team member

High degree of energy, creativity and initiative.

Ability to interact with high level individuals, maintaining a high level of professionalism, judgement and confidentiality.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

None required

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

None required

Special Notes to Applicants

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report

The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the

finalist

.

Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.

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Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/bene...

Posting Open Date

04/25/2025

Posting Close Date

05/09/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Proposed Hire Date

If time-limited please indicate appointment end date

Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

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   • Advertisement/Publication
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   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

Optional Documents 1. Contact Information for References

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