Location: Fort Lewis College, Durango Colorado

Position Summary:

The Director of Alumni Engagement develops strategic programs, events, and relationships to enhance Skyhawk alumni involvement and pride in Fort Lewis College (FLC). They build, implement, and constantly evaluate a comprehensive plan to maintain and grow alumni connections, driving volunteer engagement and giving that supports FLC's strategic priorities. They collaborate with campus partners and the Advancement team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni giving and recruit and manage alumni engagement in mentoring, volunteering, and communication efforts to highlight and celebrate role model alumni. This position reports to the Vice President of Advancement/CEO of the FLC Foundation.

Job Description:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Exceptional relationship-builder with a collaborative mindset

Proven experience growing and scaling similar programs, departments, or projects

Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to initiate, implement, evaluate, and advance projects and programs

Detail-oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with teams, delegating tasks to team members, and managing multiple projects and priorities

Entrepreneurial spirit that searches for opportunities to deepen existing partnerships and takes the initiative to forge new ones

Leadership and Strategy 40%

Passionately promote the good that FLC provides our students, Alumni, and community.

Plan, support, and oversee the implementation of relevant programs that align with the FLC 2030 Strategic Plan.

Plan, promote, and oversee the execution of alumni communications, events, and fundraising efforts in collaboration with the advancement team and campus partners.

Actively engage alumni through strategic travel, demonstrating a passion for building connections and fostering a strong alumni network across diverse locations.

Provide thought leadership and support the Engagement & Events Coordinator as they plan alumni-based local, regional, and national events, recognition events and outreach activities to engage alumni, donors, students, friends and other constituent groups.

Provide strategic vision and help develop regular communication with alumni through multiple channels in partnership with the Coordinator of Outreach & Donor Relations.

Collaborate with the Director of Outreach & Donor Engagement to support, coalesce, and champion the efforts of the Engagement & Events Coordinator, Coordinator of Outreach & Donor Relations, and student ambassadors for the Office of Advancement.

Collaborate with Director of Career & Workforce to connect Alumni with opportunities to support student career development and to create workforce trainings for the community.

Advocacy and Volunteer Engagement 20%

Establish, build, and steward relationships with alumni, community members, campus partners, and volunteers to advance FLC's mission and ensure successful engagement experiences that result in service, giving, and advocacy.

Develop a formalized alumni engagement volunteer effort that fosters meaningful connections and builds social capital for students through mentorship and other strategies.

Lead the FLC Native American Alumni Chapter strategic planning and volunteer efforts - this includes maintaining bylaws, supporting volunteer management, strategic planning, reporting, and facilitation among other duties.

Fundraising 25%

Support the VP of Advancement and Office of Advancement in FLC's first comprehensive fundraising campaign.

Collaborate with the Director of Outreach & Donor Engagement to lead multi-channel annual giving campaigns and collaborate on efforts within their office to increase alumni giving.

Manage a fundraising portfolio of 25 - 40 alumni leadership, major gift donors, and prospective donors.

Develop fundraising campaigns and solicitation strategies for programs like Springboard Fellowship, Homecoming and Field Day, and the Alumni Scholarship.

Administration 15%

Provide budgetary oversight and accountability for the Alumni Engagement program.

Develop annual strategic and operating plans with measurable goals in line with the FLC 2030 Strategic Plan and FLC's Office of Advancement strategic plan.

Develop and oversee alumni volunteer engagement policies and procedures.

Collaborate with Marketing & Communications on FLC Alumni branded materials and giveaways.

Develop and direct engagement performance metrics and reporting, in collaboration with the Manager of Advancement Services.

Utilize alumni and donor database system for tracking meaningful engagements, events, communications, and fundraising.

Other

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508.

Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.

Perform other duties as assigned, dependent upon the position's current portfolio of programs.

Required Education, Specialized Skills, and Experience:

Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably in volunteer management, event planning, fundraising or the equivalent combination of experience;

Demonstrated track record of project management and leadership, as well as a progressive level of responsibility with a fast-paced organization;

Experience in fostering productive relationships with diverse volunteer communities and developing volunteer leadership;

Demonstrably strong writing, planning and organizational skills;

Demonstrated success in leading collaborations with multiple partners to develop and achieve shared success;

Working knowledge of computer systems and software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel;

Ability and willingness to travel and exercise prudent fiscal considerations.

Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience:

Experience working in Alumni Engagement programs;

Experience in philanthropic fundraising;

Working knowledge of donor and alumni prospect management systems;

Extensive experience in a higher education setting;

Fort Lewis College graduate;

Experience managing a diverse and progressive staff.

Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility:

This position reports to the CEO of the FLC Foundation / Vice President of Advancement.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

Travel, weekend, evening work up to 20% with flextime during regular working hours

Office setting with moderate noise levels.

Fast-paced and dynamic environment, requiring adaptability and problem-solving skills.

Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Light to moderate lifting is required

Travel & Weekend/Evening Obligations:

Moderate (Less than 20%) travel and weekend/evening obligations will be required for leading events, meetings with alumni and donors and attendance at special meetings, events, trainings, and conferences.

FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Exempt

Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Permanent

Full Year

Typical Work hours are 8 am to 5 pm MST, Monday to Friday, the schedule will be determined with the supervisor

In person

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $64,000 to $71,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Application Process

A complete application packet includes:

Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position
Resume
Names and contact information for three current, professional references

Applicant materials received by 11:59 PM on April 20th, 2025, will receive full consideration.

The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.

About Fort Lewis College:

On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango

Notice to Prospective Employees:
The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:

Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
Sexual assault policy
Campus security policies
Campus/community resources
The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
Where to find registered sex offender information
Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
Reporting crimes

The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.

Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.

Discrimination Questions?

Office of Compliance and Community Standards
David Pirrone, Director of Compliance
165 Education Business Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu

Questions about Title IX sex discrimination?
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
230 Skyhawk Station
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu

Information about Fort Lewis College's alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.

* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.

ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

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