Job Title: Associate Director, Parent & Family Giving

Department: Annual Fund

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,300 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. 

Job Summary

Join our team as the Associate Director of Parent & Family Engagement. In this dynamic role, you will lead initiatives to engage, create, and oversee programs and events that strengthen Parents’ bond with the college and support the college’s educational and philanthropic mission.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Associate Vice President for Engagement, set long-term and annual goals for Parent engagement.
• Plan comprehensive Parent programming including legacy events, Parent Weekend, and the parent programming portion of New Student Orientation and commencement.
• Oversee Parent engagement communications, provide subject matter expertise regarding Parent communications for other departments on campus, and strengthen and advocate across campus regarding The Tiger Family Connection, the communication portal for Parents.
• Develop a volunteer program for Parents to engage and connect with each other and support the college’s educational and philanthropic mission.
• Supervise and work with the Assistant Director for Parent and Family Engagement.
• Maintain positive relationships across the college with other departments that impact the Parent experience, working collaboratively to further the college’s educational and philanthropic mission.
• Manage the Parent program budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of five years of related experience in customer service, communications, higher education, program development, staff administration and/or volunteer management.
• Proficient with computer software programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proficient in spelling, punctuation, grammar, and basic business math.
• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems.
• Good judgment and ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with colleagues in other departments/teams to plan and execute events and programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience working in an elite, private liberal arts college working with parents and families, coordinating volunteers, planning events and managing budgets.
• Experience working with campus partners such as Admissions, Student Life, Communications and senior administrators.
• Two years supervising other staff, volunteers and/or student workers.
• Experience with Cascade website management, Salesforce Affinaquest CRM, Emma email marketing, Momentus venue management, Blackthorn event software, Campus ESP or similar programs. Demonstrated ability to learn new software.
• Ability to articulate the benefits of a degree from a private liberal arts college.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: April 30, 2025
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $56,485 to $67,339

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time per pay period (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html