Alumni Engagement & Special Events Specialist
Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, Kentucky, United States
Posting Details
Position Information Working Title Alumni Engagement & Special Events Specialist
Department Alumni Engagement & Special Events
Type of Work Study Federal, Institutional
Building/Office Location AC - Kenneth R. Lucas Administrative Center
Work Schedule The position will work up to 15 hours a week between 8am - 5pm on campus. Some weekends and evenings included. May also include summer hours if available.
Job Description The Alumni Engagement & Special Events Specialist will assist the team with the planning and execution of Alumni and Special Events programs and events. This includes organizing event and program materials, effectively collaborating with the team, and assisting with communication efforts. This position will also coordinate membership card mailings, provide data entry and other duties as assigned.
Primary Responsibilities Data entry to track alumni engagement, event attendance, and volunteer attributes. Provide day-to-day support as it relates to alumni engagement and special events. Assist with coordination of alumni engagement events including Alumni Awards and Homecoming Weekend, Victor's Salute to Graduates, Alumni Legacy Day, and others. Assist with Special Events including Commencement, ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, etc. Assist with communication efforts by proactively identifying alumni achievements and stories for social media, e-newsletter, and e-magazine highlights. Provide general office management
Qualifications Qualifications required:
Experience with Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communications skills Must be organized, with the ability to multi-task Ability to work independently and with a team Must be able to commit to a full academic year (spring and fall at minimum) Able to work on campus Good academic standing of 2.5 GPA or higher Good disciplinary record Strong desire to develop relations between NKU Alumni, students, and the university
Qualifications preferred:
* Experience with Blackbaud NetCommunity, Raiser's Edge and Adobe Experience Manager. * Knowledge of AP style
Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education Some College
Pay Rate $10.00 per hour
Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 20251888
Job Open Date 01/14/2026
Job Close Date
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15037
Position Information Working Title Alumni Engagement & Special Events Specialist
Department Alumni Engagement & Special Events
Type of Work Study Federal, Institutional
Building/Office Location AC - Kenneth R. Lucas Administrative Center
Work Schedule The position will work up to 15 hours a week between 8am - 5pm on campus. Some weekends and evenings included. May also include summer hours if available.
Job Description The Alumni Engagement & Special Events Specialist will assist the team with the planning and execution of Alumni and Special Events programs and events. This includes organizing event and program materials, effectively collaborating with the team, and assisting with communication efforts. This position will also coordinate membership card mailings, provide data entry and other duties as assigned.
Primary Responsibilities Data entry to track alumni engagement, event attendance, and volunteer attributes. Provide day-to-day support as it relates to alumni engagement and special events. Assist with coordination of alumni engagement events including Alumni Awards and Homecoming Weekend, Victor's Salute to Graduates, Alumni Legacy Day, and others. Assist with Special Events including Commencement, ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, etc. Assist with communication efforts by proactively identifying alumni achievements and stories for social media, e-newsletter, and e-magazine highlights. Provide general office management
Qualifications Qualifications required:
Experience with Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communications skills Must be organized, with the ability to multi-task Ability to work independently and with a team Must be able to commit to a full academic year (spring and fall at minimum) Able to work on campus Good academic standing of 2.5 GPA or higher Good disciplinary record Strong desire to develop relations between NKU Alumni, students, and the university
Qualifications preferred:
* Experience with Blackbaud NetCommunity, Raiser's Edge and Adobe Experience Manager. * Knowledge of AP style
Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education Some College
Pay Rate $10.00 per hour
Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 20251888
Job Open Date 01/14/2026
Job Close Date
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15037