Associate Director of Alumni Career Programs

Posting Details Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and is minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away. Dickinson College offers full-time employees a broad range of benefits, including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee. Below you will find the details for the position, including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the "Apply" for this job link button above. Position Department Advancement - Alumni Engagement Job Summary/Basic Function Position Summary The Associate Director of Alumni Career Programs will lead the design, implementation, and growth of innovative, career-oriented programming for Dickinson alumni. This role will develop lifelong learning and professional development opportunities that reflect the strengths of a liberal arts education while meeting the evolving needs of alumni across career stages. Working collaboratively across Advancement, Career Services, Academic Affairs, and external partners, the Associate Director will build scalable programs that deepen alumni engagement, expand professional networks, and strengthen the college’s value proposition beyond graduation. This is a strategic and entrepreneurial role for a relationship-builder who can translate institutional mission into high-impact alumni experiences. Essential Functions Design and launch career-focused programs for alumni, including professional network programs, mentorship programs, hard and transferable skill intensives, and career transitions support. Create scalable, accessible programs on campus, off campus and virtually that are suitable for alumni across diverse life stages, career stages and industries. Cultivate relationships with alumni leaders, utilize the Alumni Council, and develop new volunteers to lead engaging and productive professional networks. Lead volunteer development initiatives and steward volunteers to ensure self-sustaining networks. Develop a Career Coaching program for alumni of Dickinson College, utilizing alumni and external career coaches. Develop a Career Coaching program for alumni of Dickinson College, utilizing alumni and external career coaches. Use data, surveys, and direct engagement to assess alumni needs and inform programming. Establish clear goals, metrics, and evaluation processes to measure participation, satisfaction, and long-term impact. Partner with campus partners, including the Office of Career Development, Academic Affairs, and campus centers to extend professional development resources to alumni. Partner with College Advancement colleagues to integrate programming into engagement and fundraising strategies. Develop marketing language and messaging in partnership with Marketing & Communications. Seek and implement strategies to build knowledge about new programs and engage alumni from across life and career stages through career initiatives. Remain informed about career and job market trends, advances in technology, and emerging fields. Develop programs to assist the alumni community in an ever-changing global job market. Other Duties and Responsibilities Occasional evenings, weekends and some travel required. Supervisory Responsibilities Not responsible for supervising others. Requirements Bachelor's degree, required Master's degree, preferred A valid driver's license for the operation of a company owned, rented or leased vehicle is required Key competencies include Strategic thinking and initiative Program design and execution excellence Relationship-driven leadership Data-informed decision-making and analytical thinking Mission alignment and institutional fluency Adaptability and innovation. Demonstrated ability to design and manage complex programs from concept to execution. Minimum Work Experience 3 - 5 years Independence of Action Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager; incumbent follows precedents and procedures, and may set priorities and organizes work within general guidelines established by supervisor/manager. Physical/Environmental Demands Office environment / no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands Equipment Used Standard office equipment. EEO/Diversity Statement: The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons. Dickinson College is a premier four-year residential liberal arts institution chartered in 1783 and widely recognized as a leader in global and sustainability education. Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, named a “most livable city” by Forbes and minutes from the state capital of Harrisburg. The campus is connected to a vibrant downtown that offers eclectic dining, shopping and entertainment options. Within a two-hour drive are Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.; New York City is three hours away. We invite you to take a virtual tour of our campus and explore our Careers at Dickinson College video. Dickinson College offers full time employees a broad range of Benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance plan, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous time off, parental leave, homebuyer assistance, and tuition benefits for eligible employees and dependent children under the age of 24. Upon eligibility, the College contributes 8% of an employee’s base salary to a retirement account with an additional .5% matching contribution; all money paid by the college into the employee’s retirement plan is immediately and fully vested in the employee. Dickinson welcomes those who are seeking to be part of an intellectual and social community that values justice, free inquiry, diversity, and equal opportunity. It is a fundamental policy of the college to respect pluralism, civility and mutual understanding within its community. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other protected class. We encourage applications from all qualified persons. Individuals with disablities who require an accommodation to complete the employment process should contact Human Resource Services at (717) 245-1608, hrservices@dickinson.edu or by visiting our offices Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (ET). You must submit your application for each position for which you would like to be considered. All applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the closing date indicated. If you have accepted any position at Dickinson College, there are key pieces of documentation that are needed to complete the hiring process. Be sure to review the list of acceptable Form I-9 documents, List of Acceptable Documents. We must physically verify the original of each document provided and we must obtain a copy of those required documents. Employees must complete the Form I-9 to document verification of their identity and employment authorization. Employment with Dickinson College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dickinson College to ensure a safe learning and work environment for our students, staff, and faculty. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Federal legislation requires institutions of higher education to inform prospective members of our community about its most recent crime/incident statistics, crime prevention and security programs and activities, policies concerning the reporting of crime, and related information in accordance with the Campus Security Act, commonly referred to as the Clery Act. You can obtain this information by contacting the Department of Public Safety, Dickinson College, 400 W. North St - Rear, Carlisle, PA 17013 or call (717)-245-1349.