Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University · 1 month ago
Associate Director of Alumni Engagement -Worldwide College of Aviation
Daytona Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
2+ years expEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a global leader in aviation and aerospace education. They are seeking an Associate Director of Alumni Engagement to manage activities that enhance alumni participation and develop communication strategies for the Worldwide College of Aviation.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serve as a representative of the university’s office of alumni engagement (OAE) team
Identify and engage with at least 100 WWCOA alumni per quarter to participate in mentoring, other programs with the goal of increasing alumni participation
Identify and recommend potential candidates suitable for the WWCOA industry board
Serve as a liaison with the annual giving office to support WWCOA alumni donors increase their annual contributions
Organize, support, and manage alumni events, ensuring a steady increase in alumni participation and satisfaction annually
Participate in all alumni engagement and PAE staff meetings
Evaluate alumni programs using post event analytics and surveys to guide decision-making for next event
Develop and implement new alumni engagement initiatives and programs to grow a stronger affinity for WWCOA alumni that never step foot on campus
Create an active, year-round calendar of alumni engagement programs
Plan and coordinate dean’s meet & greet with alumni
Build audience support for college’s speaker series
Support the central university’s alumni engagement’s efforts and be part of the overall OAE team
Collaborate with WW SGA to create opportunities for alumni to engage with students
Manage dedicated communication to WWCOA alumni to promote more alumni success stories, what is happening in the college and how alumni can get involved
Work with the dean and faculty to bring alumni industry partners for the purposes of serving as industry experts for the college and providing lifelong learning opportunities to alumni and students
Stay ahead of alumni communication trends and best practices, implementing at least two new best practice strategies per year to keep WWCOA at the forefront of innovative engagement
Serve as liaison to IT and Marketing for the college website, newsletter and provide alumni content as needed
Develop and execute advanced alumni communication strategies, leveraging analytics to increase the effectiveness of alumni outreach and engagement efforts
An understanding of learning management systems (specifically Canvas) is a plus
Other duties as assigned
Some weekend and evening hours and occasional travel are expected
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, or Business
2-3 years' experience in writing, building content and communication
Exhibits traits such as teamwork, collaboration, solution-mindedness, positive attitude, and an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
An understanding of learning management systems (specifically Canvas) is a plus
Alumni platforms used: Salesforce CRM platform, Marketing Cloud, and Sitecore
Benefits
Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!
Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Company
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Embry‑Riddle has been at the forefront of ground-breaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight as the world's largest and most respected university specializing in aviation and aerospace.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Rodney Cruise
Sr. VP & COO
Brandon Young, DBA, PHR, SHRM-CP
Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer
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