Coordinator of New Alumni and Student Engagement, Office of University Relations
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Job Description
External Applicant Instructions
Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.
Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate.
In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.
University Relations
Coordinator of New Alumni and Student Engagement
Under the supervision of the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Coordinator of New Alumni and Student Engagement (Professional Services Specialist 3) will oversee Kean’s new alumni and student engagement strategies. This includes partnering with campus colleagues to increase participation among new alumni and students in engagement activities. The Coordinator develops, plans and executes innovative engagement strategies and events that optimize and improve connections and networking opportunities with new alumni and students. This position will educate the student body on the importance of alumni involvement with the University after graduation and manage the GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) alumni program. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience in an institution of higher education, education or related field is required. This experience must include project and program development and implementation. A degree in the field of Education, Public Relations, Liberal Arts, Communications or other related field of study is preferred. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Candidate must have strong writing and relationship-building skills.
Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated annual salary range for this position is: $63,833.23 to $73,415.99 (Steps 1-4). Salaries for internal applicants will be based on union negotiated calculations. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.
Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.
Additional Information
Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.
Mission Statement
Kean University, New Jersey’s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.
EEO/AA Statement
Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer
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