Jared McNair
Waterville,ME
Summary
Experienced with managing complex projects and leading diverse teams to achieve organizational goals. Utilizes strategic planning and operational efficiency to drive success. Track record of effective leadership and problem-solving skills that foster collaborative and results-driven environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Class Philanthropy and Engag
Colby College
Waterville, Maine
06.2024 - Current
- Manage a portfolio of 80+ individual donors, volunteers, and prospects, executing personalized outreach strategies to drive participation and retention
- Lead Senior Class Gift campaigns, overseeing volunteer committees, peer-to-peer outreach, events, challenges, and participation goals
- Design and implement class-based fundraising and engagement strategies across GOLD and reunion-cycle classes
- Analyze donor and engagement data to inform strategy and draft targeted fundraising and stewardship communications
Student Liasion
Colby College
Waterville, ME
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in communication between students and Colby College Board of Trustees.
- Supported fundraising initiatives through participation in College Resource Committee.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance resource allocation for school projects.
Co-President
Colby Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
Waterville, Maine
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Leading Colby College’s vast range of student-athletes as a liaison between athletic administration and student-athletes.
- Work closely with senior Athletic staff to facilitate programming for all students. These events include Homecoming, the Colby vs. Bowdoin Football game, and the Colby vs. Bowdoin Hockey game.
- Work with other NESCAC institutions to create a welcoming environment for all student-athletes in the conference.
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Student Worker
Colby College
Waterville, Maine
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Greeted prospective students, counselors, and visitors to the college, emphasizing a deep understanding of Colby College’s values and philosophy.
- Assisted AFA Staff in diverse projects, including Admitted Students Programming, tour scripting, and coordinating special group visits and camps. Managed various office and administrative tasks throughout the day.
- Conducted outreach to prospective students through Phone-A-Thon, Admitted Students Conversations, and regular email communications.
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Student Intern Coordinator
Colby College
Waterville, Maine
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided leadership as a student leader for a team of 15 students, actively engaging with and solving problems within the working community.
- Conducted weekly meetings with staff to address and resolve issues with the student worker population.
- Played a key role in organizing student schedules, group visits, camps, and other special visit experiences.
- Conducted transcript reading and evaluation of applicants from a wide variety of places around the world, gaining valuable insights into the types of students interested in Colby.
- Held the responsibility of being in charge of Admitted Students Program Student Volunteers, overseeing approximately 200 Colby students. Managed scheduling, training, and guidance during the program.
Office of Class Philanthropy and Engagement
Colby College
Waterville, Maine
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked closely with Advancement Staff to gain vital knowledge of Colby College’s long-term education goals of elevating the future of Higher Education.
- Aiding in organizing large advancement events including Colby College’s Museum of Art Summer Luncheon and Summer Receptions for incoming students and their families.
- Worked with Class Philanthropy, Engagement, Events, Operations, and other staff to get a well-rounded view of the Advancement of Colby College.
Executive Board Events
Colby Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
Waterville, Maine
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in organizing large events such as programming for Colby SAAC’s Fill The Stands and Homecoming Weekend.
- Assisted SAAC Co-Presidents in the leadership of a cohort of 10 student-athletes to staff events throughout the year.
Co-Owner
Be. Apiary
Penns Grove, New Jersey
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Co-owner and Operator of over 20 hives throughout Southern New Jersey and Virginia
- Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Apiary and ensuring maximum productivity for our bees.
- Tasks such as marketing and bookkeeping are done in-house creating a very unique work experience
Education
Bachelor of Arts - African-American Studies
Colby College
Waterville, ME05-2024
Skills
- Team operations
- Project management
- Stewardship
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Software: Google Office, Microsoft Suite, Slate, RENXT
Websites
Timeline
Assistant Director of Class Philanthropy and Engag
Colby College
06.2024 - Current
Student Liasion
Colby College
09.2023 - 05.2024
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Student Intern Coordinator
Colby College
08.2023 - 05.2024
Co-President
Colby Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
06.2023 - 05.2024
Office of Class Philanthropy and Engagement
Colby College
06.2023 - 08.2023
Executive Board Events
Colby Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
08.2022 - 05.2023
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Student Worker
Colby College
06.2022 - 05.2024
Co-Owner
Be. Apiary
06.2020 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - African-American Studies
Colby College