Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Director, the Senior Assistant Director will engage volunteer leaders to build vibrant networks across alumni and family communities in key regional and global markets. This role leads parent and family engagement initiatives, cultivates diverse alumni relationships, and partners across campus and University Advancement to expand opportunities for connection and involvement. The role will also support special projects that advance the goals of the University Advancement engagement strategic plan, while strengthening operational processes, volunteer management, and programs that support these priorities.
Essential Duties
- Collaborate with the Director on advancing alumni engagement and collaboration with university partners including regional committees, annual reunion and admission volunteers, and other affinity and engagement groups. Leads ongoing volunteer recruitment efforts to cultivate and strengthen a pipeline of engaged leaders.
- Drive engagement initiatives for parents and families including Summer Celebrations, Winter Break gatherings, and other programs throughout the year. Engages and supports parents as volunteers in programming, including Falcon Family Circle members, and manages a dedicated inbox to ensure timely and effective communication with parents and families.
- Serve as staff liaison to Bentley Alumni Mosaic Council (BMAC), cultivating meaningful relationships with alumni of color and strengthening community, connection and engagement across the network.
- Collaborates with campus partners to identify volunteer opportunities and amplify programs, events and initiatives to the Bentley community.
- Manages and maintains volunteer data and records to ensure accuracy, accessibility and effective engagement tracking.
- Supports volunteer recognition and appreciation strategies, including volunteer spotlights and initiatives including Volunteer Appreciation Week.
- Partner across University Advancement to support university priorities including donor cultivation and stewardship, and philanthropy goals.
- May also support committees, task forces, and working groups as needed.
- Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- 2 years of alumni engagement and/or development experience, or equivalent transferable experience.
- Ability to travel to regions across the country as needed.
- Must hold and maintain a valid, unrestricted United States driver’s license, with an insurable driving history as determined by Bentley’s insurance carrier.
- Demonstrated creative planning, organizational, and project management skills; self-motivated and able to set priorities and manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Collaborative and collegial approach to working with teams; ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Work Environment
- Typical office setting with extensive sitting and computer work.
- Ability to travel to work related events and meetings both on and off campus; travel may occur outside normal business hours including nights and weekends.
- This role offers a flexible work arrangement, combining in-person attendance with remote work. On-site presence is required based on business needs, team collaboration, or scheduled meetings. Scheduling specifics will be determined in conjunction with the manager. As with any flexible arrangement, this is subject to change based on business needs.
Pay Transparency
At Bentley we offer a “total rewards” package designed to attract, motivate, retain, and reward our employees. This includes competitive compensation, robust benefits, career development and opportunities, generous paid time off, workplace flexibility and a positive, engaging employee experience. In alignment with the Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act and our commitment to equity and transparency, we’re sharing the salary grade range for this role. The grade range is based on market data and the scope of responsibilities. Final pay will depend on your experience, education, and other relevant qualifications.
Salary Grade Range:
$60,225 - $96,687 per year
If you have questions about the salary grade range or need additional information, please contact us at GA_HR_Employment@bentley.edu
Bentley University requires references checks and may conduct other pre-employment screening.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Bentley University strives to create a campus community that welcomes the exchange of ideas, and fosters a culture that values differences and views them as a strength in our community.
Bentley University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, building strength through diversity. The University is committed to building a community of talented students, faculty and staff who reflect the diversity of global business. We strongly encourage applications from persons from underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, covered veterans and those with diverse experiences and backgrounds.
