Director of Alumni Relations and Development

Director of Alumni Relations and Development

DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Alumni Relations and Development is responsible for assisting in building general public awareness of East Texas Baptist University, and to provide leadership in fostering relationships and engagement with alumni that leads to greater connectivity and increased support to the institution.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills: A graduate of ETBU is preferred. The successful candidate is a well-organized self-starter and effective administrator. Experience with event planning from concept through execution is required. Must be a collaborative team player who partners effectively with Advancement colleagues, faculty and staff, and the President to foster trust and encourage investment in order to grow annual giving to ETBU. Ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills to serve as an ambassador with both internal and external constituents.

Experience: Preferred five years of employment in a professional setting. Ideal candidate will have experience in development, marketing, public relations, and fund-raising.

Christian Commitment: The Employee must be a professing Christian believer with a demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Employee must be a model of Christ-like character, servant leadership, integrity, ethics and biblical/moral truths. Employee must support ETBU’s distinct Christ-centered educational mission and share the institutional commitment to the integration of biblical faith and academic learning. Employee shall possess a commitment to Christ-centered, faith-integrated service and devotion to students’ intellectual enlightenment, spiritual formation, servant leadership development, and career preparation.

Employee shall be cognizant and committed to the values, traditions, and history of Baptists. Employee agrees that he or she is an active member of a local Baptist church or Christian denominational church and regularly attends church. Further, as a servant leader and role model for the students of ETBU, employee is required to participate in the life of the University via institutional meetings, Chapel services, prayer emphases, discipleship programming, committee participation, local community ministry/service, and campus activities and events. Employee provides active support of the spiritual, intellectual, and educational ideals, values, activities, and objectives of East Texas Baptist University; and conforms to Christian standards of faith and service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as chief liaison between ETBU and ETBC alumni and the University.

Provides planning, implementation, and evaluation of alumni activities.

Implements strategic ideas to increase alumni giving to the institution.

Cultivates relationships with alumni that result in gifts to the institution.

Maintains current alumni records.

Coordinates communication with alumni and constituents including Tiger Pride, Hilltop Magazine, social media platforms, direct correspondence, and personal visits.

Utilizes social media to share information with alumni regarding upcoming events and alumni stories.

Plans and implements all aspects of the annual Homecoming program and Ring Blessing ceremonies.

Works with the office of Marketing and Communication on the publication of the Hilltop Magazine.

Enlists alumni financial support through capital campaigns, special projects, deferred giving agreements, and estate planning in cooperation with the Vice President for Executive Affairs.

Attends conferences, seminars, and workshops for professional growth in Alumni Relations and University Advancement.

Maintains a professional status in the field of fund-raising and in all University relationships.

Be able to maintain a flexible work schedule. Some travel required including alumni visits, attending community events, church and denominational meetings, and conventions.

Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Executive Affairs and the President.

THE UNIVERSITY:

East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.

Mission Statement: As a Christ-centered institution, East Texas Baptist University educates students by integrating biblical faith and learning to develop mind, body, and soul through community engagement to prepare graduates to be Christian servant leaders in their calling to God and humanity.

Core Commitments of East Texas Baptist University

Embracing Faith – Ensure the integration of biblical faith in curricular and co-curricular experiences including service opportunities while embracing our Baptist heritage.

Engaging Minds – Equip students through excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship to explore God’s truth and providing the knowledge and skills for academic success, degree completion, employment opportunity, and lifelong learning.

Empowering Leaders – Develop and deploy Christian servant leaders for their callings to God and to humanity.

Enhancing Community – Create an environment conducive to the development of the whole person through relevant facilities, resources, and services that allow a diverse and growing community to utilize their God-given gifts both locally and globally.

APPLICATIONS:

Complete the university application using the “APPLY FOR THIS POSITION” button below.

For additional information, contact:

Name: Dr. Scott Bryant

Title: Vice President for Executive Affairs

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DEADLINES:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin as suitable applications are received.