POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State is currently seeking an Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer in supporting the John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering, the oldest and largest department in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Alumni Relations for the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences and working closely with academic department faculty and staff, as well as other partners, this Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer will:

• Facilitate information sharing and promote best practices of non-DDAR staff working in the college departments and institutes on alumni relations functions;
• Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values , through excellent informal and formal communications;
• Develop and administer alumni programming for the assigned department;
• Manage stewardship activities and communicate stewardship objectives and the associated responsibilities to the unit director and other internal partners;
• Plan and coordinate the nomination and selection process for various alumni association and/or scholarship awards;
• Oversee the Identification, recruitment, and management of alumni volunteers to serve on boards and committees.

The successful candidate will have:

• A track record of success in leading and implementing alumni engagement and/or volunteer management programs;
• A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with various communities;
• Experience with stewardship and endowment oversight;
• A passion for higher education and an understanding of complex institutions;
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;
• A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;
• A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

If filled as Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Bachelor’s Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Alumni Relations and Stewardship Officer - Professional, this position requires: Bachelor’s Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: None

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The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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