University of California Irvine

Senior Director, Marketing and Events, UCI Alumni Association


Updated: Nov 22, 2023
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Alumni Association & Relations



Job Opening ID: 62007

Reports To: Chief Alumni Officer

Working Title: Senior Director, Marketing and Events, UCI Alumni Association

Department: Alumni Association & Relations

Bargaining Unit: 99

FLSA: Exempt

Payroll Job Code: 000457

Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine

Percent of Time: 100%

Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F Hybrid

Employee Class: Career

Position Summary:

In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends. Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the University is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives.

Reporting directly to the Chief Alumni Officer, the Senior Director, Marketing & Events, UCI Alumni Association will oversee the marketing and events activities of the UCIAA, including the communications team, the business development and membership team, special events, and building management. The Senior Director will determine objectives, direct programs, develop strategies and policies, and manage human, financial, and physical resources for all teams under their direction, all of which identify, build, nurture and maintain effective relationships with alumni. Functioning with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Director will proactively assess risk to establish systems and procedures to protect the assets of the UCIAA. They will provide senior level support to the UCIAA, determine strategies for the UCIAA marketing and events team and will determine how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

$125,000.00 - $145,000.00 (Annual Salary) Expected Pay Range within the Full Salary Range $90,493.92 - $169,691.76 (Annual Salary)

Required:

7-10 years of experience in marketing, events and people management. Experience in higher education and/or alumni associations preferred but not required.

Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.

Strong knowledge of management principles, including personnel and budget administration and advanced skill in implementing effective personnel and budget operations and practices. Strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication and leadership skills, including attentive listening, and the skill to think quickly and respond appropriately. Strong skills in advocating for and representing the institution to its various publics. Possess traits of good judgment, confidentiality and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents. Strong analytical, negotiation and political acumen skills. Excellent interpersonal communication and political acumen to effectively work with internal customers and external constituencies. Excellent strategic planning skills. Proven experience with effectively organizing resources and setting and establishing priorities. Excellent Leadership / management skills, including skills to lead, direct, mentor, evaluate and motivate staff, including skills to take disciplinary action as necessary. Strong skills in understanding constituency needs as related to institutional needs and skills in designing solutions or strategies to achieve consensus. Skill in communicating persuasively, both orally and in writing, with different external constituencies, in particular as it applies to units directly supervised. Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written. Ability to creatively solve problems and make difficult decisions, using strong negotiating skills. Thorough knowledge of current and emerging marketing trends in the alumni community and best practices, including new and emerging strategies and technologies. Resourcefulness in finding appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions to ensure effective change. Ability to anticipate problems and take necessary action to eliminate or mitigate potential negative effects. Ability to be flexible in working independently as well as collaboratively with Advancement and faculty and staff to achieve defined goals. Use initiative to organize and follow through with complex tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to plan strategically in a customer-oriented environment to promote efficient and effective operations.

Preferred:

Strong, thorough and in-depth knowledge of the campus and / or medical center, including short and long range strategic plans, vision, goals, objectives, infrastructure, programs, achievements and awards. Strong comprehensive knowledge of relevant alumni and other key constituencies including their composition and primary goals / objectives.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.

Job Opening ID: 62007Reports To: Chief Alumni OfficerWorking Title: Senior Director, Marketing and Events, UCI Alumni AssociationDepartment: Alumni Association & RelationsBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 000457Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F HybridEmployee Class: Career
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4814567&targetURL=

Job Opening ID: 62007Reports To: Chief Alumni OfficerWorking Title: Senior Director, Marketing and Events, UCI Alumni AssociationDepartment: Alumni Association & RelationsBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 000457Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F HybridEmployee Class: Career
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.


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