Associate Director of Alumni and Family Engagement

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• With support from the director of annual giving, alumni, and donor engagement, develop and implement alumni and family engagement strategies—including events, communications, volunteer programs, affinity groups, and stewardship initiatives.
• Build and strengthen individual relationships with alumni and families, understanding their interests to foster meaningful connections with Curtis.
• Work with the director of annual giving, alumni, and donor engagement to help shape solicitation strategies for alumni and families, supporting efforts to foster a culture of philanthropy and increase annual giving participation.
• Plan and execute alumni and family engagement opportunities (e.g., reunions, receptions, networking programs) with guidance and support from the engagement events manager.
• Create compelling communications in partnership with marketing, including newsletters, social media, and email campaigns to keep alumni and families informed.
• Grow and manage the Curtis Alumni Group on LinkedIn, fostering an active online community, facilitating networking opportunities, and sharing relevant updates and engagement opportunities.
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for engagement and fundraising efforts, including advisory boards, affinity groups, and event planning.
• Collaborate across departments to align alumni and family engagement with Curtis’ institutional goals.
• Develop stewardship initiatives to recognize and appreciate alumni and family donors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Curtis welcomes applications from people with a wide variety of experience and backgrounds, who are eager to work hard, learn, and contribute.

Education/Experience: 

• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in alumni engagement is highly preferred; program development and/or volunteer management in a higher education or arts environment will also be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Preference for experience with event planning and execution, including budget management and logistics coordination.
• Knowledge and skill working with databases and Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel and mail merges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to build rapport and establish trust with diverse constituencies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate the value and benefits of music education to all audiences.

The ideal candidate must exhibit:

• A positive, “can-do” attitude.
• Devotion and dedication to Curtis, its students, alumni, and parents.
• Passion for their work, and contribution to the field of classical music and greater good.
• Commitment and accountability for their work, and their ability to effect change.
• Desire and willingness to collaborate, think creatively, and make data-driven decisions.
• Respect, courtesy, and patience for colleagues, other staff, faculty, patrons, core constituents, and volunteers.
• An eagerness to make Curtis a more diverse and inclusive institution.

• Exertional requirements are consistent with routine office environment.
• This is an onsite position in Philadelphia, PA.
• Hybrid work schedule is available with three days on campus and two days remote. Some nights and weekends required for performances and fundraising events.
• Some travel is required.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire.
• The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check and obtain PA Act 153 clearances.

• Gross annual salary for this position is $65,000 – 72,000, commensurate with experience.
• The Curtis Institute of Music offers a number of perks for full-time staff including free meals on campus during the academic year, a wellness stipend, and mass transit support with employer-sponsored, all-access SEPTA Key Advantage program enrollment.
• This position is benefits eligible. Curtis offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including health, dental, and vision insurance, basic term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, supplemental insurance options, and paid parental leave.
• 401k plan participation begins after 1 year of eligible service consistent with the plan requirements.