Senior Associate Director of Alumni Relations and Community Engagement

What You’ll Bring:

The Graduate School of Education, and the External Relations team are committed to creating and celebrating a diverse and inclusive community.   It is expected that alumni relations work will reflect this commitment.

The Senior Associate Director of Alumni Relations and Community Engagement is expected to spend time out of the office once conditions allow for such travel, proactively and strategically meeting with alumni and volunteers where they live.  The field work comprises an aggressive schedule of visits with alumni for the purposes of engaging existing and identifying potential alumni leaders and working to build alumni communities in our primary markets. 

The Senior Associate Director will be someone who is people and relationship oriented, passionate, energetic, and attuned to the mission-driven focus of the GSE. We seek a professional who knows when to initiate forward movement and when to approach with caution. The ability to see around corners and past roadblocks, and direct attention to creative problem-solving is also critical, as is a willingness and sense of obligation to seek out the wisdom and partnership of our fellow colleagues.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to represent the university professionally both internally and externally.
• Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience with volunteer development and oversight.
• Strong interpersonal, team, and leadership skills; tact and flexibility in working with diverse population groups.
• Ability to juggle a vast quantity of incoming information, interruptions, and inquiries with a high level of professionalism and tolerance for ambiguity.
• Proven decision-making skills and the ability to understand and solve complex questions.
• Computer proficiency and the ability to learn new systems.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects with competing priorities, meet deadlines and project plans with short- and long-term end dates. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated success in following through and completing projects.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects, while still being open to new and creative solutions.
• Advanced computer skills with a working knowledge of applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project Management Software.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Why Stanford is for You:
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

How to Apply:
We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, you must submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

Finalist must successfully complete a background check prior to working at Stanford University. 

Applicants to this position must be available to work in the United States without sponsorship for 2 years or more. OPT permit holders should confirm that they are eligible to work in the US at the Stanford GSE for two years or more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.