Alumni Relations and College Events Coordinator

Posting Summary Working Title Alumni Relations and College Events Coordinator Role Title PR & Mktg Spec III Role Code 29093-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 295R0768 Agency Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location Norfolk - 710 Hiring Range $53,000 - $63,000, commensurate w/ qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, however this position will require some evening and weekends Sensitive Position No Job Description Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years.
It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force.
TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 28,000 students in 2019-20.
Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions.
The college had 3,203 graduates in 2019-2020, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions.
Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 36% enrolled at TCC.
TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
The Alumni Relations and College Events Coordinator will lead the strategic and operational aspects of the college’s alumni relations program and college-wide events.
The coordinator will develop and work closely with the Alumni Council Board, helping them define and execute their strategic plans and support their efforts by providing communications and event planning management.
The coordinator will promote alumni engagement by organizing career panels, alumni pinnings, and other events.
The coordinator will work closely with the TCC Educational Foundation staff to identify donor prospects from non-giving alumni and event volunteers and cultivate donors into engaged alumni and event volunteers.
The coordinator will serve as an ambassador of both the Alumni Council and the College.
Event planning requires advance planning of venues, catering, and décor, as well as oversight of staff and programming.
This position reports to the VP for Institutional Advancement.
This is a restricted funded position.
Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications 1.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
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Ability to write and edit for publication.
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Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
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Knowledge of relevant software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Preferably knowledge of event management software , such as Eventbrite and knowledge of donor management software, such as Raiser’s Edge.
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Demonstrated skill in developing web and social media content.
Preferably, demonstrated skill with WordPress or similar content management system.
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Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Demonstrated attention to detail.
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Experience working with a board of directors, by-laws, and State and Foundation budgets.
Additional Considerations 1.
Experience working in higher education and alumni relations .
Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel Travel mainly within the local Hampton Roads area.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number CLS_2880P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 03/14/2024 Job Close Date 04/04/2024 Open Until Filled Agency Website tcc.
edu Contact Name Jill Adams Email jadams@tcc.
edu Phone Number 7578221709 Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.
To request an AHP Letter, use this link: Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment).
Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
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Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.
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You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.