ALUMNI RELATIONS COORDINATOR

Description

ROLE DESCRIPTION

ALUMNI RELATIONS COORDINATOR

This position offices in-person, on campus

ROLE SUMMARY

The Alumni Relations Coordinator is responsible for building and maintaining a premier program for alumni relations at Valor Christian High School.

Connecting with and engaging the Valor alumni community in meaningful ways throughout the year is key. The Alumni Relations Coordinator will maintain and enhance the framework that will support 3000+ current alumni and numerous future alumni.

To accomplish this strategic goal, the Alumni Relations Coordinator will actively manage and develop relationships with alumni, alumni parents, and faculty and staff.

Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation.

Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are in alignment with the school's Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school's vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work.

You will be most successful if you have a true servant's heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school's beliefs and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ

• Pursue full devotion to Christ and live a life that reflects that authenticity
• Model the fruits of the spirit in communications, relationships, and daily work
• Demonstrate teachability and a willing heart for service
• Embody others-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor's Christian Community

• Accept and uphold Valor's values and beliefs as found in the Statement of Beliefs, Christian Community Policy, and Valor Culture Document
• Accept and abide by all affirmations in Valor's Annual Statement of Commitment
• Be relationally involved in the life / lives of our students with a heart of service and mission
• Seamlessly and deliberately integrate Biblical truth and Christian values into daily work

Primary Alumni Responsibilities :

• Develop, implement and evaluate strategies and programs related to Alumni, fostering a supportive and engaged alumni community
• Plan, organize and execute alumni events including leading presentations to University and alumni groups
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create content that highlights alumni achievements and promotes alumni engagement
• Implement new initiatives and programs designed to enhance the alumni relations activities
• Maintain and update a dynamic alumni database, tracking engagement, contact and general information
• Work closely with faculty and staff to involve alumni in mentoring volunteering and other activities that support current students and the broader school community
• Develop a volunteer structure to help lead the alumni association through officer positions and class committees, identifying, recruiting, and managing alumni volunteers to serve on committees
• Partner with the Valor Parents Association and actively collaborate with the VPA to create alumni and parent networking opportunities

Advancement Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Advancement team to coordinate and lead alumni giving campaigns, including fostering relationships and connections that will encourage a culture of giving from our Valor alumni and alumni parents
• Lead efforts to identify and cultivate potential major donors among the alumni network and their families, working in coordination with the Advancement team.
• Support fundraising efforts in conjunction with the finance and accounting team by recommending innovative ways to accept alumni contributions or pledges
• Support and assist the Advancement team as needed

Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate

• Uphold and embody Valor's culture as set forth in the Valor Culture Document
• Model servant leadership, grace and love in all relationships and interactions
• Develop relationships with colleagues with goals of teamwork, relational unity and spiritual growth
• Provide team support regarding all matters, processes and initiatives
• Demonstrate loyalty to teammates in action and word
• Assist Team members to facilitate school-wide wins

Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor's Vision and Mission

• Assume collaborative responsibility for Operating Plan Goals and Fiscal stewardship
• Be a 'culture- keeper'

Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth

• Participate in Valor Team meetings, Chapel and weekly meetings with Team / Supervisor
• Demonstrate teachability and receptive to feedback
• Pursue professional / personal / spiritual growth and development
• Participate in the broader ministry of Valor by contributing of time, talent and treasure beyond assigned role responsibilities

RELATIONSHIPS

• Alumni
• Chief Advancement Officer
• Director of Advancement
• Advancement Coordinator
• Marketing and Communications Manager
• Parent Community Coordinators and the Valor Parents Association
• Director of Student Life
• Admissions Team

RESULTS

The Valor alumni base will continue to grow and Valor alumni will feel that they are connected to a community that cares for them and desires to be in an active and ongoing relationship with them that will extend for generations to come.

Valor alumni will be inspired to give generously to the enVision annual campaign.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of work experience preferred
• Experience in philanthropy, events, or advancement a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills to establish, build and maintain effective relationships
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Proficiency with Mac computers, Microsoft Office, Google Suite (Mail, Docs, Drive, Calendar), donor database systems preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The basic physical demands described here are the same for all employees to successfully perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Employees must periodically lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and could occasionally be required to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral / depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are varied and include classroom, office, and outdoor events while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is also varied.

POSITION TYPE : C : Year-round schedule. 12-Month Calendar. This position offices in-person, on-campus

HOURS PER WEEK : Full-time, Exempt. Evenings and weekend work as required

SUPERVISOR : Chief Advancement Officer

BENEFITS :

• Paid holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and personal days
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching Professional development opportunities
• Three on-campus dining options for daily lunch

PAY RANGE : $60,000-$70,000

START DATE : October 1st, 2024