30-Jul-2024

Ast. Director/ Director Events & Alumni Affairs

Athletics - Development

90181BR

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30-Jul-2024

Ast. Director/ Director Events & Alumni Affairs

Athletics - Development

90181BR

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University Job Title

Annual Giving Officer 2

Bargaining Unit

None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Regular

Compensation Grade

development

Compensation Grade Profile

Annual Giving Officer (22)

Wage Ranges

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Searchable Job Family

Athletics

Total # of hours to be worked:

37.5

Work Week

Flexible or Non-Standard (for anything other than Standard)

Work Location

Central Campus

Worksite Address

20 Tower Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511

Work Model

On-site

Position Focus:

The Assistant Director / Director of Events and Alumni Affairs will report to the Assistant Athletic Director of Development and is responsibleleading the creation and execution of all Yale Athletic development events, hospitality services and tailgating operations. This position will provide leadership and support in developing a robust and efficient operation to organize the bi-annual Blue Leadership Ball, Yale/Harvard Weekend, Alumni events, Anniversary events, and more. The Assistant Director/Director will manage mass alumni communication and assist with the organizational efforts of Yale Athletic Associations. Ability to travel for meetings and special events, some nights and weekends required.

We will consider an Assistant Director or Director title based on experience.

Essential Duties

1. Organizes, plans, and oversees fundraising efforts for the University. 2. Recruits, trains, and organizes a network of alumni volunteers. 3. Develops, fosters, and maintains positive alumni relations. 4. Contributes in writing and producing alumni reports, newsletters, and other materials to inform alumni network, 5. Develops and implements financial solicitation programs; oversees a budget and gift crediting functions. 6. Initiates and advises the best course of action for financial solicitation programs, such as conducting a written campaign or organizing a phonathon. 7. Advises on the timely communication, organization of campaigns and crediting of gifts. 8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree. Three years of related demonstrated experience in a fund-raising capacity or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, including attention to detail.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Ability to handle a diverse portfolio and simultaneous tasks.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Highly motivated and energetic; ability to show initiative and work independently.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

High level of quantitative skills; ability to analyze data and implement strategy.

Required Skill/Ability 5:

Skilled in Microsoft suite and Google platform; ability to learn new software and data management products.

Weekend Hours Required?

Yes

Evening Hours Required?

Yes

Drug Screen

No

Health Screening

No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

EEO Statement:

University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).

Note

Yale University is a tobacco-free campus

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