Rollins

The Rollins College Institutional Advancement - Alumni Engagement team is seeking an Assistant Director to join their team! This position, aligned with the Rollins College Alumni Engagement Strategic Plan, will provide support for all aspects of the plan - with primary focus on the Early Engagement / Global Network section. This dedicated role will work to create stronger alumni awareness and loyalty with current Rollins students and recent graduates (alumni graduating in the past ten years) while supporting the initiative to better engage alumni outside the United States.

The Assistant Director has three primary target focal points:

1. Development and execution of a specific recent alumni strategic plan to engage and steward recent alumni and seniors as they prepare to graduate.
2. Manage the Rollins Brick Program, which brings in about $30,000 in revenue annually.
3. Expand the Rollins Global Network through engaging international students and expanding outreach to international alumni.

The Assistant Director reports to the Associate Director of Alumni Engagement and serves as an integral part of the Alumni engagement team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop, deploy, and promote programming for GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) alumni that support the alumni engagement strategic plan.
• Develop, deploy, and promote programming for senior students preparing for graduation to increase awareness of the alumni experience.
• Identify opportunities to meaningfully engage international students to prepare them to join the Global Alumni Network upon graduation.
• Manage the Rollins Brick Program which includes directing the marketing campaign, overseeing all incoming orders, communicating with vendors, scheduling at least two brick lays per year, and reporting on annual earnings from program.
• Work with Associate Director to create specific outreach targeting international alumni.
• Relaunch the student club “Rollins AmbassaTARS” in collaboration with the Annual Giving Coordinator; schedule and host monthly meetings with students, actively recruit new members, and develop networking opportunities for members and local alumni.
• Support Alumni Weekend events and initiatives in collaboration with the Alumni Engagement Team; execute events as assigned by Associate Director.
• Develop strong and effective relationships with student-centered campus partners.
• Maintain close working relationships with colleagues from across Institutional Advancement, Rollins Marketing, and other campus partners.
• Collaborate with Annual Giving team on student-centered philanthropic initiatives such as Student Fundraising Challenge, Giving Day, and the graduation chord program.
• Manage and execute annual Graduate Grove Party.
• Develop strong and effective relationships with Rollins Alumni Board members, especially the Early Engagement Committee members.
• Maintain designated budget as determined by Executive Director for early engagement activities.
• Research best practices, current trends, strategies, and services pertaining to engagement of current students and young alumni.

Minimum Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in higher-ed alumni engagement environment.
• Understanding of international student experience.
• Event management skills.
• Familiarity with budget analysis and/or management.
• Operations and relationship management with both internal and external partners.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to manage external-facing projects with revenue-earning goals; accurate reporting of revenue; understanding of financial operational models.
• Excellent planning, project management and organizational skills; understanding of efficient business processes; ability to set and balance multiple priorities and manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Exposure to and familiarity with diverse cultures, comfortable navigating conversations with people from a wide variety of backgrounds and demographics.
• Proficiency in employing technology, data management, and analytics to optimize alumni engagement.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms (ie Slate) for tracking alumni interactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong, professional writing skills with an attention to detail; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar.
• Multilingual a plus.
• Superior interpersonal skills for meaningful interactions with current students and alumni of all ages.
• Creative and resourceful thinker with strong skills in collaboration and partnership-building. Ability to work independently and as a team player while handling multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Flexible, self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in ambiguous and ever changing, fast-paced environment.
• Computer fluency including Microsoft Office Suite, managing multiple email inboxes, Canva usage, excel-based budgeting worksheets, project-management platform (ie Asana).
• A strong desire to learn the unique characteristics and culture of Rollins College and appreciate the passion and expectations of its alumni.
• Ability to handle confidential information, maintain and update files with high degree of accuracy, and sensitivity to the importance of alumni relations.

Work Environment:

• Campus-based, customer service role in an office environment.
• Regular use of a computer and databases.
• Employees are required to use their personal cell phones for work-related communications and tasks, including but not limited to responding to emails, attending virtual meetings, and accessing College applications.
• Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends for Advancement events throughout the year including alumni/advancement events, Alumni Weekend, and Family Weekend.
• A demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion.

Benefits & Perks:

• 25 Days - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick and personal time)
• 10 Days - Paid Holidays
• 5 Days - Paid College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurances (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Free On-Campus Parking
• Free Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• Free Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs
• Plus More!

Additional Perks:

• Rollins College is conveniently located on multiple Lynx Bus Routes (Winter Park/Rosemont-9 & Winter Park/Springs Village-23) and within walking distance from the Winter ParkSunRail Station
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards, and more)
• Free E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando:Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Rollins offers a competitive salary, along with our generous full-time benefits package.

Our ServiceExcellence Philosophy:

At Rollins, we strive to be responsive, respectful, collaborative, competent, and inclusive in all that we do. Whether serving prospective or current students, alumni, local residents, or our fellow faculty and staff colleagues, these standards define the Rollins service experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Rollins College is an equal opportunity institution. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by College policy or federal, state, or local law for employment and in our educational programs and activities. To learn more about our commitments, visit .Any applicant who requires reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or hiring process may contact us by phone or in writing to humanresources@rollins.edu | 407.646.2102.

Employment Eligibility:

All new employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Rollins College, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Rollins College will require proof of authorization to work in the United States. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Department of State, the College may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particular the College is not able to pay the required fee accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Service Months:

12