Alumni Relations Officer jobs in Oklahoma City, OK

Position Title: Director of Alumni Relations and University Development

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SALARY: Dependent on Experience

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President of External Affairs

BENEFITS: Institutional fringe package includes pension plans, life, health, dental and vision
insurance

POSITION DETAILS: Full-time; FLSA Exempt

HOURS: Monday-Friday; 8:00AM to 5:00PM, some nights and weekends

START DATE: Application review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

SUPERVISORY SKILLS: Will supervise all full-time staff within the areas of Alumni
Relations and University Development.

ABOUT USAO: The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) is a public liberal
arts college located in Chickasha, Oklahoma, about 40 minutes from Oklahoma City, and is a
member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC). It is charged by the
Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education “to provide an outstanding general education
program for the State of Oklahoma with strong offerings in the liberal arts and sciences. The
experience will feature interdisciplinary team-teaching and will extend throughout the
undergraduate experience.” To support this charge USAO is directed “to assemble a faculty
whose interests, knowledge, and experiences transcend their specialized fields of graduate study
and who are dedicated to liberal arts education.” For more information about USAO, see
www.usao.edu.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the strategic direction and operations of the Alumni Relations Office, including

• Manage all board of directors-related activities, including executive committee meetings,

• Collaborate with other advancement units to ensure alignment and cohesion in advancing

• Work with schools, departments, and academic support units to enhance alumni

• Oversee all financial decisions of the Alumni Relations Office and the Association,

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• Serve as a primary institutional liaison to the USAO Alumni Association Board of

• Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement program, setting goals,

• Oversee the USAO Alumni Association Scholarship Program and engage the alumni

• Plan and execute alumni events and programs to increase engagement and participation,

• Collaborate with academic units to support alumni relations efforts and maintain accurate

• Implement effective alumni communications strategies using various platforms, including

• Identify alumni with notable achievements to develop success narratives and connection

• Supervise direct reports, including hiring, training, and performance management

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in alumni relations, fundraising, or related field,

preferably in higher education.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing alumni relations programs, board

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and work in a team-oriented

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

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• The employee frequently is required to sit and stand for periods of time. Specific vision

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

TO APPLY:

Complete the USAO application at ( https://usao.edu/about/personnel.html ). When completing
the USAO application, please attach a letter of interest, detailed resume, 3 professional/academic
references, and any necessary transcripts.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This institution, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive
Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws
and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion,
disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but
is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services.

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