ADV: Reunion Bates Star (S9995X)
Summary, Scope, and Responsibilities
Bates Reunion Weekend is a signature campus event. Over 1,000 alumni and friends from 14 reunion classes return to campus to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate their Bates experience. Reunion Weekend takes place June 6-9. Reunion BatesStars’ primary responsibilities are to (1) interact with alumni and serve as a positive Bates ambassador and (2) help the Advancement staff execute a smooth and memorable weekend.
BatesStars can expect to be on-call throughout the weekend. Year after year, alumni say that connecting with BatesStars is a highlight of their Reunion experience, so it’s important that BatesStars have excellent customer service skills and lots of positive energy.
The Basics
Department:Advancement
Supervisor:
Jesse Blackburn
Office Location:
Lane Hall
Email:
jblackbu@bates.edu
Pay Grade:
C
Hours:
40
Workers:
40
Qualifications, Requirements, and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource and college ambassador to alumni and their families.
• Exhibit a professional, helpful and flexible attitude; expect to be a representative of the Advancement Office and Bates and be willing to help at a moment’s notice.
• Work at the Registration Center, welcoming alumni as they arrive on campus, checking them in, and fielding questions.
• Assist in the preparation, set-up, and running of class and college-sponsored programs.
• Transport alumni across campus via golf cart
Logistical notes:
• The minimum time requirement is June 5-June 9, 2024.
• Food and accommodations are provided to all BatesStars during Reunion Weekend, June 5-9.
Requirements
REQUIRED: Driver’s license preferred
EDUCATION: Current Bates Student
EXPERIENCE: Administrative work
Reporting
Reports to: Jesse Blackburn, Assistant Director of Annual Giving & Reunion. Coordinates with: Advancement Reunion Staff, BatesStar Coordinator and Alumni.
Working Conditions
Environment: Lane Hall until Reunion Weekend
Travel Requirements: Walk across campus as requested, and carry supplies.