MANAGER OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT

Position Summary:

The Manager of Alumni Engagement is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive engagement strategies to foster meaningful relationships with alumni, students, and university stakeholders. This role combines event management, volunteer coordination, and strategic communication to enhance alumni involvement and support the university’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and lead alumni engagement and Section Event planning on and off campus, including travel and logistics. This role requires the ability and willingness to travel (including overnight) and work evenings and weekends as needed
• Plan and manage Career Fair Breakfast, Post-Career Fair Social, Student Send-Offs, and alumni section events
• Develop and implement engagement strategies for a diverse alumni base
• Advise and support the Student Alumni Council (SAC) and Young Alumni Council (YAC) in promoting awareness of the Miner Alumni Association
• Support the Miner Alumni Association (MAA) Board of Directors, Executive Board and its committees as assigned
• Coordinate volunteer engagement and recognition programs and manage (MAA) student awards
• Assist with various campus events including but not limited to: Grad Fiesta, Homecoming, St. Pat’s, Philanthropy Week, Scholarship Thank You events, and Golden Alumni Reunion Collaborate with donor relations and event personnel to ensure high quality events
• Collaborate with university departments to support alumni and student related initiatives
• Maintain accurate records and reports related to alumni engagement activities

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, some weekends and evenings.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in alumni relations, event planning, or related fields
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across departments
• Experience with volunteer coordination and student engagement is preferred
• Familiarity with university systems and alumni engagement tools is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication platforms
• Supervisory experience with staff, students, or volunteers is preferred

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $52,916 - $68,162 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 9E
University Title: MGR ADVANCEMENT
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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