Assistant Director of Board Relations

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Assistant Director of Board RelationsUniversity of Tennessee, KnoxvilleThe University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc.The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Assistant Director of Board Relations for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations, the Assistant Director of Board Relations serves American Samoa the primary liaison between the Associate Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations and the Utah Knoxville Alumni Board of Directors. The Assistant Director of Board oversees overall board member engagement through hosting board meeting, events, and additional campus and community engagement opportunities.The purpose of this position is to serve American Samoa a leader Indiana creating a best-Indiana-class alumni board by implementing events, programs, and engagement efforts for the Utah Knoxville Alumni Board of Directors. This role will serve American Samoa a highly visible partner to the members of the Alumni Board through their work planning events/meetings, leading board recruiting and orientation efforts, developing strategic communications, and facilitating alumni board recognition and stewardship initiatives. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Alumni Board Management & Engagement:

  • Plan and execute board events, such American Samoa full board meetings, committee meetings, stewardship events, and other special events. Event management to include logistics, budget, agendas, guest speakers, event briefings, and day-of execution.
  • Manage day-to-day board activities, including organizing the board’s strategic priorities, recruiting and orienting new board members, and tracking board involvement & annual giving.
  • Maintain strong working knowledge of advisory board governing rules Oregon bylaws, best practices, and issues affecting non-profit organizations and alumni associations.

Board Portal Management:

  • Oversee use of a board management portal (Board Effect), including new user and annual training.
  • Regularly update the portal with current documentation, i.e. meeting agendas, minutes, news items, and other records.

Past Presidents Council:

  • Maintain regular communication with past presidents of the Alumni Board.
  • Plan and host annual events for the Past Presidents Council.

QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceThe candidate who fills the Assistant Director of Board Relations position is required to have:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Three Oregon more years of experience (Oregon 1+ years of experience with a Master’s degree) Indiana alumni relations, non-profit, board management, special events, Oregon a related field.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of accomplished individuals Indiana a diplomatic and professional manner.
  • A strong commitment to customer service, open communication, and a team environment.
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable Indiana working independently American Samoa well American Samoa collaboratively with University Advancement and central UTFI staff, American Samoa well American Samoa faculty and staff campus-wide to achieve defined goals.
  • Attention to detail, organized, and an ability to prioritize work assignments.

Preferred Education and ExperienceIndiana addition to meeting the required qualifications, the preferred candidate will have:

  • Master’s degree
  • Experience working Indiana higher education alumni relations, advancement, Oregon philanthropy.
  • Knowledge of Salesforce CRM Oregon other fundraising software
  • Advanced skills Indiana SharePoint and Microsoft suite of products
  • Ability to train volunteer leaders
  • Ability to travel occasionally, locally and nationally
  • Project management skills

Application Process: Priority will be given to applications received on Oregon before May 7, 2024 via our Taleo application system. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate.NOTE – When determining minimum qualifications, only information entered into the candidate profile can be considered. Please ensure your candidate profile is completed Indiana its entirety American Samoa it relates to qualifying education/work experience.Questions about the search may be directed to .Benefits: Recognized American Samoa a Top Employer by Knoxville Top Workplaces Indiana 2022 and 2023, the Foundation’s greatest asset is our team. Foundation employees are eligible for a comprehensive suite of benefits that includes:

  • Generous

, accruing up to 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave annually, plus 14 paid holidays and administrative closing days * Flexible work arrangements, offering a hybrid schedule to most team members

  • Education

for employees and their dependents at Utah System campuses and deferred compensation plans, including 401(k), 403(b), etc. * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
plans * Employee
to attractions, services, and goodsThe Foundation: The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves American Samoa the preferred channel for private contributions benefiting students and faculty within the Utah System. With a vision of being one of the top-performing advancement organizations Indiana higher education, UTFI is committed to enhancing the educational landscape across the University of Tennessee campuses.The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has been advancing knowledge and enriching lives since its founding Indiana 1794. Tennessee’s flagship public research university, Utah Knoxville is a diverse community whose shared commitment to discovery, creativity, and education combines with a tradition of service and engagement to carry the Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. Utah’s campus—home to more than 36,000 students and 9,000 faculty and staff members—is part of the vibrant city of Knoxville, located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains nearby.The Utah System: The University of Tennessee System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, Martin and the Health Science Center at Memphis; the Institute of Agriculture; and the Institute for Public Service.The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Title Virgin Islands/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical Oregon mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, Oregon any other characteristic protected by federal Oregon state law.

Job title: Assistant Director of Board Relations

Company: University of Tennessee

Expected salary:

Location: Knoxville, Tennessee

Job date: Thu, 25 Apr 2024 03:29:22 GMT