Job ID: 292576

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

integrated program of alumni relations that supports the objectives of the University of North Georgia. The position reports directly to the Vice President for University Advancement and involves working closely with other advancement staff members, trustees, volunteers, and other university representatives to build and sustain strong and continuing relationships with external constituents. The director provides leadership to the University's efforts to serve and engage alumni through alumni events, gatherings, and reunions, special events on campus, volunteer service and financial support. The director also serves as Executive Director of the University of North Georgia Alumni Association (UNGAA), the UNG Young Alumni Board, and as an ex-officio member of the governing body of the UNGAA. Day to day job responsibilities require cell phone for frequent response to urgent UNG business at any time of the day or night. The ability to work evenings and weekends for alumni events both on-campus and off campus. The ability to travel both in-state and out of state.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and holds the responsibility of serving as a mandatory reporter for all Clery Act crimes.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions.

As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees.

Contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470 for more information.

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, implement, and regularly assess alumni programs and initiatives that are consistent with the goals of the University and the UNGAA.
Supervise and manage staff of individuals hired to carry out the various projects and tasks specific to the Office of Alumni Relations.
Develop programs to engage graduates of the last decade to include career development, networking, mentoring and philanthropy. This includes partnering with departments within UNG to develop, implement and manage these programs.
Serve as Executive Director to the UNGAA and serve as an ex-officio member of the UNGAA Board.
Support and participate in alumni and university events and activities.
Support university and development communications projects and publications by contributing content as needed.
Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's required

Preferred Qualifications

Master's preferred.
Preferred experience includes three or more years in higher education, alumni affairs and/or advancement.
Experience in education, admissions/recruiting, sales/marketing, fundraising, and volunteer management may also be applicable.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
Contact information for three professional references

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of Windows operating platform and Microsoft Office programs required; knowledge of Blackbaud programs Raiser's Edge and NetCommunity is preferred.
The director must possess effective organizational and project management skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills to work within a team-oriented organization. The director must possess the ability to motivate and manage volunteers; the skills to establish priorities, set objectives and achieve stated goals.
This position requires the ability to organize and work on multiple projects concurrently. The director will demonstrate outstanding professionalism, diplomacy, tact, and judgment to support extensive external contact with alumni, parents, friends, trustees, donors, and volunteers.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position requires security clearance.

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