Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Alumni Engagement Officer is responsible for developing and managing a variety of alumni programs, specifically chapter programs and activities for Rensselaer alumni, parents, and friends. These activities include chapter leadership and volunteer committee development and succession planning, development of regional alumni events, and event-planning and coordination with IA staff. The Engagement Officer manages assigned affinity areas and will support the portfolios philanthropic goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field
• 3 or more years experience in relationship management, fundraising, or a related field
• Valid driver's license

 
Relevant combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Development or fundraising experience in higher education
   

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate, solicit and steward donor prospects
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relations with donors, including understanding donor motivation, and developing and sustaining donor commitment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively facilitate discussions and effectively engage in public speaking
• Demonstrated ability to promotes and implement processes to build effective donor relationships
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others including own team/department, others across the organization and externally where appropriate
• Ability to work effectively individually and as a group/ team member exploring options, making decisions and seeking support when appropriate
• Demonstrated ability to develop and contribute to the use of digitally integrated fundraising activities, effectively use analytics and recognize trends and their potential impacts
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement programs, projects and/or events including identifying specific requirements and developing project plans
• Ability to work with colleagues and portfolio leadership to implement change initiatives that enhances the donor experience
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze and manage relevant information, including prospect research
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Ability to multi-task, handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent
• Ability to learn and use discipline specific technologies including database management software and web-based communication tools

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Driving

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $75,000 - $81,946 / yr

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Founded in 1824, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) is the first technological research university in the United States. We bring creativity, science, and technology together to address society's greatest challenges. We cultivate exceptional problem-solvers by immersing them in a culture of rigorous inquiry, disciplined practice, and hands-on application. Our strategic plan, RPI Forward, charts a pioneering course for the next era of RPI. Explore the RPI Forward plan. ↗︎

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, RPI is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and the IBM Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

With top notch employee health and retirement benefits, Rensselaer offers its full-time employees a generous paid time off program, tuition remission, and opportunities for career growth. 

Job Summary

The Annual Giving Officer is primarily responsible for the Patroon Volunteer Program and Reunion Giving programs. The officer's responsibilities include recruiting and training new volunteers for Annual Giving, with the aim of expanding the pool of active volunteer solicitors and cultivating a pipeline of individuals for potential leadership roles. The officer will be soliciting gifts of $2,500 and above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• 3 or more years experience in fundraising or a related field
• Valid driver’s license

Relevant combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education as a front-line fundraiser with a successful record of prospect development or relationship building
• Experience managing fundraising volunteers
• Experience soliciting parents 
• Experience soliciting gifts over $2,500
• Experience planning and implementing events
  
   

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to cultivate, solicit and steward donor prospects
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relations with donors, including understanding
  donor motivation, and developing and sustaining donor commitment
• Ability to effectively facilitate discussions and effectively engage in public speaking
• Ability to promotes and implement processes to build effective donor relationships
• Ability to collaborate with others including own team/department, others across the organization and externally where appropriate
• Ability to work effectively individually and as a group/ team member exploring options, making decisions and seeking support when appropriate
• Ability to develop and contribute to the use of digitally integrated fundraising activities and effectively use analytics
• Ability to plan and implement programs, projects and/or events including identifying specific requirements and developing project plans
• Ability to work with colleagues and portfolio leadership to implement change initiatives that enhances the donor experience
• Ability to collect, analyze and manage relevant information, including prospect research
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Ability to multi-task, handle multiple projects and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or equivalent
• Ability to learn and use discipline specific technologies including database management
  software and web-based communication tools
  
  

Representative Job Duties

• Manage the Patroon Volunteer program by expanding the number of participating volunteers and maximizing solicitation opportunities and follow up. Ensure that donors assigned to volunteers receive an ask from another source if the volunteer does not make contact. Train and maintain relations with volunteers, provide any resources necessary for their success.
• Make solicitations for appropriate patroon society levels. The solicitations must be documented with proposals in Advance. Oversee all deliverables are being executed to maintain donor relationships.
• Work with volunteers from Reunion class committees. Create and execute solicitation strategy for these classes in coordination with Annual Giving and Alumni Relations staff.
• Develop and execute a plan to increase participation among young alumni Reunion Classes in collaboration with Alumni Relations and Annual Giving staff. Create a smooth transition from the Student Class Gift Program into alumni giving.
• Collaborate with the Director and other volunteer managers in Annual Giving to develop strategies to reach special constituencies such as graduate alumni, reunion classes, parents, and friends/community members.
• Utilize the database and prospect tracking system to record asks, moves, and outcomes including contract reports, proposals, tasks, rating/staffing changes, and pledges promptly and accurately.
• Perform additional duties assigned by Director designee.

Shift

Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required

Travel

Driving

Driving a personal vehicle for non-passenger use

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $72,000 - $76,500

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).

Who we are

Why Rensselaer? Join Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's dynamic global community of changemaker including some of the world’s leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity.

Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, and IBM's Quantum System One - the first university-based quantum computer in the world. 

Are you ready to change the world? Apply now!

Job Summary

Rensselaer seeks candidates with a passion for Higher Education to serve as Content Marketing Manager. This position is responsible for developing and executing digital-first, high-quality content that elevates RPI’s brand and engages key audiences. This role focuses on content creation, multimedia storytelling, and content optimization, ensuring that it aligns with RPI’s strategic goals. The Content Marketing Manager will leverage AI tools, SEO best practices, analytics, and audience insights to continuously refine content strategies for maximum impact.
This position reports to the Associate Vice President, Marketing and Communications in the Office of Community Engagement and Communications (OCEC).

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a multi-channel content strategy that aligns with RPI’s strategic priorities
• Create high-quality, engaging content for multiple channels, including web, digital campaigns, and multimedia platforms
• Ensure all content supports SEO best practices, accessibility standards, and audience engagement goals
• Conduct keyword research and apply SEO strategies to enhance search visibility and organic traffic
• Optimize digital content for search, social media, and user experience, ensuring maximum engagement and discoverability
• Track SEO performance and adjust content strategies based on analytics insights
• Utilize AI-driven tools to assist in content creation, ensuring quality through human editing and strategic refinement
• Experiment with emerging AI capabilities to enhance content efficiency while maintaining brand voice and quality
• Use data-driven insights to measure the effectiveness of content and optimize engagement
• Work cross-functionally with the Marketing Manager, Senior Visual Designer, and other teams to ensure consistent messaging and cohesive campaigns

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
• Five (5) or more years of experience in content marketing, digital media, or multimedia storytelling
• Strong expertise in SEO, content strategy, and digital engagement tactics
• Experience with content management systems and AI content tools
  
  Applicants must meet stated minimum education and experience requirements.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to analyze content performance data and optimize strategy accordingly
• Strong digital-first writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Shift

Business Hours: Monday - Friday

Travel

Driving

Incidental driving possible, but not required

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year 

Pay transparency disclosure: The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting.

Application instructions

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact careers@rpi.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu).