Alumni Engagement Coordinator (Administrative Support Coordinator II)

Position Summary

Are you passionate about building strong connections and fostering a vibrant alumni community? Join us at SDSU as the Alumni Engagement Coordinator, under the guidance of the Director of Alumni and Community Engagement.

What You’ll Do:

• Alumni Relations & Community Building: Foster connections among alumni through networking opportunities and relationship-building initiatives.
• Communication Management: Keep alumni informed and engaged through various channels.
• Support Initiatives: Assist with alumni career programs and volunteer opportunities.
• Student Engagement: Collaborate on activities like New Student Orientation and Career Fairs.
• Lead Student Philanthropy Efforts: Plan and execute Aztec Proud student philanthropy events.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Strengthen the SDSU alumni network.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team passionate about engagement.
• Professional Growth: Gain experience in event planning, communication, and program management.

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply now to become our next Alumni Engagement Coordinator!

Position Information

• This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
• This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

University Relations and Development (URAD) advances SDSU’s mission through strategic priorities like becoming a premier public research university, fostering resilience, promoting equity and inclusion, and centering students.

URAD builds lasting relationships with alumni, parents, donors, students, and the community to generate private support for diverse programs. It offers services in stewardship, events, gift administration, and communications.

In 2023-2024, URAD raised $131.9M, awarded 2,251 scholarships, and welcomed 5,006 first-time donors.  The latest fundraising success can be credited to the university’s goal of building a world-class university campus, research center, and multi-use stadium in Mission Valley; all serving higher education, the public good, and the community’s goals and aspirations.

SDSU Alumni Mission Statement: To instill the principle of 'Aztec For Life' by celebrating the achievements of our alumni and inspiring a legacy of loyalty to the university.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

University Relations and Development at San Diego State University is committed to upholding, as a foundational belief, a supportive working environment of inclusion that values, honors, and respects, all members of our team and the University community.

We strive to engage in and promote the fair and equitable recruitment and training of URAD staff members, develop meaningful relationships with all groups in our diverse campus community, and share philanthropic stories that highlight the impact of and opportunity for diverse giving by our SDSU community.

University Relations and Development firmly believes that an inclusive environment facilitates critical and creative thinking, and that differences in identities, values, beliefs, and perspectives are fundamental to our mission of generating philanthropic support for the university and its student body.

Within University Relations and Development, the term diversity implies a respect for all and an understanding of individual differences and other characteristics protected by applicable state or federal law, so that all members of the community are treated at all times with dignity and respect.

We value diversity and inclusion in the working environment and believe it is vital to the fulfillment of the university’s mission.

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Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires a fully functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices, as well as an ability to understand and operate in a variety of organizational structures. Additionally, incumbents are expected to have a thorough knowledge of