The Associate Director is a full-time professional position reporting to the Director, Constituency Engagement, within the Office of Constituency Programs. The position is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive Advancement Events program to promote interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels and to provide networking and engagement opportunities for all constituents. The Associate Director will assist in developing strategies for local, regional, and national events. The position will work closely with all departments within the Office of Advancement related to ensuring strategic and quality events as well as departments university wide.

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 years’ experience minimum in program development or management, event coordination, or program implementation. Transferable, related experience such as marketing, admissions, public relations, alumni relations, trust officer, or sales may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with non-profit donors preferably in a higher education setting.
• Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education, required.
• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.
• Experience using Advance Donor Management Software or similar program for higher education fundraising.