Alumni Clubs Operations Senior Specialist bei Purdue Research Foundation
Purdue Research Foundation · West Lafayette, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in West Lafayette
Working for the Purdue For Life Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to empowering Purdue University alumni and fostering a lifelong connection to the institution. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to contribute to a mission that supports educational initiatives, scholarships, and programs that positively impact the lives of Purdue students and graduates. The Foundation's commitment to education and community engagement provides a fulfilling work environment where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the broader community. Additionally, you'll have access to a network of passionate colleagues and the resources needed to drive positive change, making the Purdue For Life Foundation an inspiring and rewarding place to build your career. Your next giant leap starts here.
The Purdue for Life Foundation is an organization that advances Purdue University by helping people who love Purdue stay connected, get involved, and give back. As the Alumni Clubs Operations Senior Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting alumni volunteers and strengthening Purdue’s alumni club network. You will partner closely with PFLF and University colleagues to empower alumni leaders, foster meaningful connections, and expand Purdue’s presence nationwide. Your work will directly contribute to building vibrant, engaged communities of Boilermakers across the country.
The Purdue for Life Foundation is an organization that advances Purdue University by helping people who love Purdue stay connected, get involved, and give back. As the Alumni Clubs Operations Senior Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting alumni volunteers and strengthening Purdue’s alumni club network. You will partner closely with PFLF and University colleagues to empower alumni leaders, foster meaningful connections, and expand Purdue’s presence nationwide. Your work will directly contribute to building vibrant, engaged communities of Boilermakers across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement & Volunteer Support
- Maintain awareness of programs and initiatives related to Purdue Alumni Clubs and how they intersect with Engagement Pillars, Marketing and Communications, Finance, and Special Events.
- Recruit, onboard, train, and guide alumni club leaders through proactive communication, monthly virtual meetings, and consistent feedback.
- Identify opportunities to establish or reactivate alumni clubs; develop strategies for volunteer recruitment, retention, and leadership succession.
- Provide operational support to ensure smooth club processes and effective volunteer communication.
- Partner with the Alumni Club Executive Assistant to share operational and financial updates with club leaders.
- Represent alumni clubs at Purdue for Life and Purdue University events to strengthen campus partnerships and alumni engagement.
- Travel (15–30%) to club regions for recruitment, training, event support, and speaking engagements.
Value & Impact
- Champion the value proposition of the Purdue Alumni Association (PAA) and alumni clubs, with emphasis on career and professional development.
- Connect students and young alumni (PASE, Graduates of the Last Decade, students) into the alumni engagement lifecycle.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the Foundation and Engagement Team on initiatives that strengthen alumni engagement and community-building.
- Create and implement a fundraising handbook, tools, and resources to support clubs in scholarships, events, and community initiatives.
- Provide training, consultation, and best practices for fundraising, donor engagement, and stewardship.
- Collaborate with internal partners to align club fundraising with university advancement goals and compliance requirements.
Alumni Clubs Scholarship Program
- Contribute to strategic planning to strengthen and expand alumni club scholarship programs.
- Increase student applications and fundraising through targeted events, marketing, social media, and growth initiatives.
- Lead the promotion of the alumni club scholarship program, including planning, training, marketing, and execution.
- Serve as the primary contact for program administration, including promotion, timelines, review management, and coordination with students and clubs.
- Drive visibility and participation through events, fundraising, communications, and resource development.
- Partner with the Alumni Club Specialist to provide operational updates and award details to leaders and students.
Social Media & Digital Engagement
- Develop and manage strategies to increase alumni engagement through social media channels.
- Partner with Marketing and Communications to create professional, visually engaging content and assets for clubs across multiple platforms.
- Collect and analyze social media metrics (reach, engagement, follower growth) to monitor performance, track trends, and inform content strategy.
- Deliver insights, recommendations, and training to club leaders and senior leadership.
- Increase digital engagement across PFLF platforms (e.g., Purdue Ties, Hands On).
- Provide posting and administrative support for the Club Leaders Facebook Page.
Data-Driven Strategy & Optimization
- Manage tracking and reporting of alumni club program data, including social media, scholarships, and engagement metrics.
- Partner with Data Analytics and Operations teams to develop accurate dashboards and reports that inform decision-making and demonstrate impact.
- Deliver actionable insights to improve engagement strategies and club performance.
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational reporting standards.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Proven ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously with initiative and accountability
- Adaptable and effective in fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Quick to learn and apply new technologies and systems
- Skilled at guiding and influencing others in both strategic and tactical work
- Strong written communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive in customer service with consistent follow-through and responsiveness
- Highly organized with strong project leadership and management abilities
- Culturally aware and able to relate well to diverse backgrounds
- Willingness to travel domestically (15–30%) and internationally as needed
- Experience working in Salesforce, Ascend, or other Customer Marketing Software or database management preferred.
- Ability to work in a hybrid work environment with up to 3 days a week onsite in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Required Education, Experience and Benefits Summary
- Bachelor’s degree required in business, management, hospitality, organizational leadership, communication, marketing, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Event planning, customer service, sales, communications, human resources, volunteer management, training or marketing required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite required
Job Level: Professional 3
Benefits Summary for eligible employees:
- 10 paid holidays per year.
- Accrue up to 22 vacation days a year.
- Traditional pre-tax 403(b) and Roth retirement plans available.
- 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan and immediate vesting.
- Health Savings Account- earn up to $450 annually towards medical expenses.
- Employer funded Preventative Dental and Vision insurance.
- Tuition discounts on eligible programs at Purdue University and Purdue Global for qualified employees, spouses, and dependents.
