Choate Rosemary Hall · 1 week ago
Director of Alumni Engagement
Wallingford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expChoate Rosemary Hall is hiring for the position of Director of Alumni Engagement to join their dynamic Alumni Relations-Advancement Department. The Director of Alumni Engagement is responsible for creating and executing a strategic constituent engagement program that fosters long-term connections and strengthens alumni affinity through various programs and events.
Education
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive alumni and constituent engagement strategy aligned with Choate’s mission, strategic plan, and advancement goals
Establish measurable goals and key performance indicators for engagement, including event attendance, volunteerism, and annual fund participation
Collaborate closely with colleagues across Advancement—including Annual Giving, Major Gifts, Stewardship, Communications, and Advancement Services—to align engagement strategies with fundraising, stewardship, and communications objectives
Supervise the Alumni Engagement team, providing mentorship, strategic guidance, goal setting, performance evaluation, and professional development
Design and lead a comprehensive volunteer strategy that positions alumni as informed ambassadors and advocates for the School’s highest priorities
Provide oversight and strategic direction for the Alumni Association Executive Committee
Develop and oversee the annual engagement and events calendar, ensuring meaningful content for a variety of events, including Reunion Weekend and other signature events
Travel to lead events, meet individually with constituents, and represent the School within the alumni community
Leverage data, reporting, and Advancement systems to inform engagement strategy, track performance against goals, and support data-driven decision-making across alumni and constituent programs
Partner closely with the Advancement Communications team to ensure alumni and constituent engagement messaging is coordinated, timely, and aligned with institutional priorities and voice
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree is required
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience with increasing responsibility in an independent school or higher ed institution alumni relations department
Demonstrated commitment to working in a mission-driven organization and advancing institutional values through relationship-centered engagement and service
Strategic leadership and the ability to set vision, priorities, and measurable goals for constituent engagement
Strong relationship-building skills across diverse constituencies and internal partners
Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across Advancement and the broader School community
Demonstrated management skills, including coaching, performance management, and team development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sound judgment and discretion
Data-informed decision-making and comfort using CRM systems and engagement metrics
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects
Commitment to inclusive engagement practices that foster a welcoming and connected community
Preferred
A Master's preferred
Company
Choate Rosemary Hall
Choate Rosemary Hall is an institution of higher education that is located in Connecticut.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Patrick Durbin
Chief Financial Officer
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