Volunteer Engagement Coordinator- Law School

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

The Volunteer Engagement Coordinator (Alumni Relations Officer Associate) supports programs and outreach that engage alumni and student volunteers throughout the Michigan Law community. The role is involved in all aspects of the volunteer lifecycle, including but not limited to volunteer identification, recruitment, onboarding and training, committee management, recognition/stewardship, and volunteer offboarding. Special focus will be directed toward younger alumni and current students to build a culture of volunteerism. This position will be a member of the alumni engagement team and will report directly to the Director of Alumni Engagement while working closely with the annual giving and stewardship teams. Occasional travel and evening and weekend work is required.

Who We Are

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top law schools in the nation and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with approximately 1000 in the J.D. program and 40 in the LL.M. program. Our commitments to collegiality, constructive and challenging debate, and enabling our students to pursue a wide range of options explain why the Law School has long been committed to diversity along many dimensions. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

At Michigan Law, we view our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to our mission as an educational institution and we seek to ensure that each member of our community has full opportunity to thrive in our environment. We believe that diversity is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge and we maintain a deep commitment to fostering a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty learn and work in an atmosphere of inclusion and respect.

Responsibilities*

• Manage committee processes for reunions, including assigned class year, European Alumni Reunion, and Black Alumni Reunion planning committees.o Assist with committee recruitment o Review and update volunteer job descriptions, expectations, policies, and procedureso Manage regular committee outreach, meetings/conference calls, and fundraising/registration updateso Track volunteer engagement data o Create a positive volunteer experience for committee members

• With the annual giving team, coordinate student volunteer opportunities, including recruitment and training

• Serve as first point of contact for student organization alumni outreach initiatives, including fundraising

• Work closely with finance team to track gifts received

• Participate in regular meetings with student planners and relevant Law School departments, as needed

• Strategize with the Director of Alumni Engagement to create and document best practices

• Coordinate ongoing alumni volunteer engagement work though collaboration with Law School offices and student organizations and volunteer stewardship

• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• At least one year of experience in alumni relations, volunteer engagement/management, and/or annual giving committee work

• Excellent project management skills and strong attention to detail

• Ability to multi-task and to adapt according to changing priorities and deadlines

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

• Excellent written and oral communications skills and strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Technology proficiency, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software

Desired Qualifications*

• Prior experience in a higher education environment

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

253248

Working Title

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator- Law School

Job Title

Alumni Relations Officer Assoc

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Law School

Department

Law School

Posting Begin/End Date

8/16/2024 - 9/15/2024

Career Interest

Development/Institutional Advancement

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