Senior Director for Yale College Classes
Company: Yale University
Location: New Haven
Posted on: January 19, 2023
|
|
Job Description:
Association of Yale Alumni - Administration77595BRUniversity Job
TitleBargaining UnitNone - Not included in the union (Yale Union
Group)Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)Searchable Job
FamilyDevelopmentTotal # of hours to be worked:37.5Position
Focus:The Yale Alumni Association (YAA) is responsible for
university-wide alumni relations and for events, programs,
initiatives, and other opportunities to strengthen alumni
relationships with Yale. Reporting to the Executive Director, the
Senior Director oversees alumni programs and activities for Yale
College Classes to develop and strengthen alumni ties to the
university through class organizations and reunions and serves on
YAA's senior leadership team. Leading a team of 8 full-time staff,
provide strategic direction for Yale College Class alumni program
through some 75 active class organizations. Initiate and lead
long-term planning to identify new programs and improve existing
ones, including expanding online programming options. Assess
outcomes relative to YAA and university objectives. Provide
strategic oversight to the Director for Reunions and Program
Manager regarding the Yale College Reunions program ($3.8M in
expenditures and 7,500 attendees annually). Direct volunteer
management for class leaders, including a) class organization and
development b) financial management of class treasuries (accounts
held at Yale with 501(c)(3) status and approximately $1.8M annual
income), including dues solicitation and class expenditures; and c)
non-reunion event planning (over 1,500 participants annually).
Develop and market online resources/toolkits for class leaders on
planning in-person and online events, class leadership recruitment
and succession planning, and advancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion. Develop strategy for managing class volunteer
expectations regarding staff support. Collaborate with colleagues
to advance YAA priorities, to increase impact of class programming,
and to encourage partnerships among classes and other groups, such
as regional clubs and shared interest group chapters, including the
sharing of best practices for data analytics, event management, and
volunteer training and management. Supervise Yale College classes
staff team and set goals for staff performance. Develop standards
for volunteer management, program development and execution, data
strategy, and other staff functions. Provide mentoring and
development opportunities. Oversee development and creation of
models, guidelines, policies, and training materials for
class-based programs that reflect alumni relations objectives and
best practices for volunteer organizations. Conduct benchmarking
and market research through professional conferences and other
networking. Participate in and staff YAA and other campus
activities such as the YAA Assembly, including evenings and
weekends as necessary. The information provided in the Essential
Duties below is generic in nature and so some may not be
applicable; prospective applicants will find the information in the
above Position Focus to be most relevant to the position.1.
Directs, plans, and administers programs for the University alumni
volunteers/leaders. 2. Develops effective strategies for
interacting with, and supporting, alumni groups and for enlisting
them in support the University activities that may range from
admissions to mentoring students, among others. Works to strengthen
and support the work of alumni associations. 3. Serves as a key
resource for alumni leaders and other volunteers, advising on best
practices in terms of mission, governance, group structure,
strategic planning, and outreach. Represents the University at key
alumni events and attend local board meetings, offering counsel
whenever appropriate and represent the University. 4. Works closely
with the local leadership in all ways: from logistics for events
and technology/Web needs to strategic planning, budgeting, program
development, and communications. Ensures coordination and
integration of regional activities with University programs and
services; capitalizing on opportunities for crossover where
appropriate. 5. Partners with volunteer leaders to assess needs and
interests for local alumni programs and services. Advises on
possible improvements and development of new programs that
encourage alumni involvement and interaction. Offers guidance
regarding program content. 6. Identifies and implements ways to
involve faculty and notable Yale graduates programs, and work with
the University Admissions to further its efforts with admitted
students. Develops performance and accountability goals for
programs, services, events, and membership. 7. Works with key
associations to ensure optimal volunteer engagement and leadership,
identifying and recruiting talented alumni for volunteer roles.
Inspire, inform, and motivate through regular communication. 8.
Guides volunteer leadership in seeking out qualified volunteers and
ensuring succession planning. Develops and/or recommends
communication plans including mailings, event and service
promotion, and effective use of fliers, email messages, and/or Web
sites. 9. May perform other duties as assigned.Required Education
and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in a related field and five years
of related work experience.Required Skill/Ability 1:Excellent
leadership, strategic planning, negotiating, supervisory, and
consensus-building skills. Ability to build productive
relationships with staff and volunteers to contribute to YAA's
mission. Ability to lead teams and work successfully in a
fast-paced environment.Required Skill/Ability 2:Demonstrated
ability to innovate and be creative in a fast-paced and changing
environment and to manage projects of all sizes on budget,
including complex events. Ability to serve as the key decision
maker while meeting the needs of multiple stakeholders.Required
Skill/Ability 3:Demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet
multiple, competing responsibilities and deadlines. Ability to keep
teams and projects aligned with organizational priorities while
maintaining professionalism, flexibility, and a sense of
humor.Required Skill/Ability 4:Superior interpersonal skills.
Commitment to an inclusive workplace. Ability to engage with
diverse audiences (age, gender, nationality, race/ethnicity,
profession, sexual orientation, etc.).Required Skill/Ability
5:Outstanding verbal and written communications skills. Ability to
work with sensitive information and maintain strict
confidentiality.Preferred Education, Experience and
Skills:Experience in alumni relations, volunteer management,
educational programming, nonprofits or related field. Demonstrated
expertise in supervising staff, leading teams, and working with
volunteers in an academic or nonprofit setting. Event planning
expertise and thorough knowledge of the University and its academic
programs strongly preferred.OccasionalOccasionalDrug ScreenNoHealth
ScreeningNoAll 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.Thank you for your interest in
employment at Yale University. Please also note that the university
has a COVID-19 vaccination and booster requirement for all
students, staff & faculty which is described in the COVID-19
Vaccine Program. As you search our open positions, you will see
that all postings list their on-site addresses which gives more
detail on the on-campus work location of the role.Posting
DisclaimerThe 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).
W.L. Harkness Hall, 3rd Floor, Room 303
100 Wall Street, New Haven CT 06511
203-432-0849
equity@yale.edu Note Yale University is a tobacco-free campus
Keywords: Yale University, New Haven , Senior Director for Yale College Classes, Accounting, Auditing , New Haven, Connecticut
Click
here to apply!
|