Associate Director of Class Engagement & Giving (Reunion)

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Class Engagement & Giving (Reunion) position. The Associate Director of Class Engagement & Giving (Reunion) is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $68,000 to $72,000 per year.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.

The Associate Director of Class Engagement & Giving (Reunion) plays a key role in advancing Amherst College’s culture of connection, participation, and philanthropy. This position designs and delivers class communications and programs, plans and executes class- and reunion-related events, and supports volunteer recruitment, training and outreach. They also provide leadership and strategic coordination for a portfolio of special projects—including, but not limited to, annual giving tactics, Giving Day initiatives, and volunteer communication efforts—many of which are carried out in close collaboration with Advancement Communications and colleagues across the division.

Reporting to the Director of Class Engagement & Giving, the Associate Director plays a central role in managing Amherst’s alumni Reunion, holding responsibility not only for their assigned class cohort but for overall Reunion operations, including but not limited to: logistics, class & college programs, communications, campus partner coordination, and more. The Associate Director is also responsible for developing documentation and resources that equip class liaisons to efficiently manage their class cohorts through the reunion planning process.

The Associate Director is an experienced and strategically minded professional who advances alumni engagement and philanthropy through strong relationships, effective volunteer management, and well-executed programs. They bring sound judgment, clear communication, and a high degree of autonomy to their work, collaborating across teams through influence rather than authority. With a thoughtful approach to planning and a strong sense of hospitality, the Associate Director delivers welcoming, seamless engagement experiences that deepen alumni affinity and inspire philanthropy.

Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions. Advancement work also includes “all-hands-on-deck” events that require occasional evening and weekend participation to support key College events, including—but not limited to—Reunion and Homecoming.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement; however, regular on-campus presence is expected to support leadership responsibilities, relationship building, and institutional priorities.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Execution

• Oversee and lead Reunion planning and coordination.
• Design and execute a compelling, high-quality program attentive to emerging College priorities, including programming that showcases Amherst alumni, faculty, and administrators and inspires connection and philanthropy.
• Manage reunion logistics, including registration systems, facilities, vendors, staffing, technology, and on-site operations.
• Additionally, coordinate with colleagues overseeing housing, student workers, reunion giving, and other aspects to ensure alignment and manage the overall project.
• Manage reunion communications strategy, including invitations, event webpages, email and text campaigns, and print materials, in collaboration with Advancement Communications.
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate records, timelines, and documentation for all assigned class cohorts and volunteer groups, ensuring strong administrative management and planning