Associate Director of Alumni Engagement

Title: Associate Director of Alumni Engagement
Division Name: University Advancement
Department: Alumni Engagement

Job Summary

The Associate Director of Alumni Engagement is responsible for leading strategic programs that foster meaningful connections between alumni and Illinois State University. This role oversees the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of events, initiatives, and services that advance the mission and priorities of the Office of Alumni Engagement. The Associate Director collaborates with alumni across diverse geographic regions and partners closely with campus units to strengthen alumni relationships and enhance engagement opportunities. This position provides leadership for the execution of signature Homecoming events and other high profile programs. Additionally, the Associate Director may be assigned special projects and initiatives by the Executive Director and Senior Director of Alumni Engagement in support of broader strategic goals.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$55,500 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. Minimum of two (2) years of full time or part time equivalent professional experience in event management or alumni engagement work which must have included supervision and budget management.
3. Experience working with, managing, or supervising volunteers.
4. Demonstrated professional experience exhibiting excellent communication skills, including writing and small group interactions.
5. Ability to interact effectively with persons of various ages and experiences, including handling difficult situations and motivating volunteers.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time with a good sense of organization and planning. Detail oriented.
7. Competency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with data base and/or customer relationship management software.
8. Valid drivers license and use of a personal vehicle.
9. Ability to exercise judgement and/or solve problems within generally defines practices and polices of the office and in keeping with professional standards.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Alumnus of Illinois State University.
2. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
3. Possess good working habits and be a self-starter.

Work Hours

Core work hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
2. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
3. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
4. Ability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 15 lbs. occasionally.

Proposed Starting Date

May 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Cover Letter
Reference List
Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options

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Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

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Special Instructions for Applicants

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and dutie