Alumni Engagement Coordinator
North Iowa Area Community College, Mason City, Iowa, United States, 50401
ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
CATEGORY/LEVEL:
PSS/9
BASICFUNCTION:
The Alumni Engagement Coordinator supports the mission of NorthIowa Area Community College (NIACC) and the NIACC Foundation by developing andimplementing programs to engage alumni and strengthen lifelong relationshipswith the College. This position plays a vital role in institutional advancementby building meaningful connections that inspire engagement and lifelong supportof NIACC.
START DATE:
ASAP
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Starting salary of $50,600 to $61,900based on experience. Benefits package includes Blue Cross/Blue Shield majormedical health insurance; eye care, dental, life and disability insurance; paidvacation and sick leave; a choice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans, and avariety of additional optional benefits.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associatedegree. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills andability to build relationships across diverse populations and workcollaboratively within a team environment. Strong organizational skills withattention to detail and follow through.
PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relationsor a related field. Two or more years of experience in alumni relations,community engagement, or event management.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: • Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy aligned with the strategic goals of the College and Foundation. • Cultivate meaningful connections with alumni through communication, events, and volunteer opportunities. • Create and manage alumni networks and digital communities to foster engagement. • Plan and execute alumni recognition programs, reunions, and community building events. • Maintain and grow the alumni database, ensuring accuracy and effective segmentation for communication and outreach. • Collaborate with the Marketing Department to highlight alumni success stories across print, digital, and social media platforms. • Develop alumni-centered content for newsletters, the NIACC website, and Foundation publications. • Utilize social media to expand alumni reach and promote engagement opportunities. • Partner with the Director of the NIACC Foundation to identify alumni prospects for philanthropic giving and involvement. • Support donor cultivation efforts by providing background information, assisting with events, and tracking engagement metrics. • Collaborate across campus to connect current students with alumni for mentoring, internships, and career development initiatives. • Assist in planning and executing advancement and fundraising events that strengthen the College's relationships with external stakeholders. • Track and report on alumni engagement activities, event participation, and growth in active alumni connections. • Use data insights to refine outreach strategies and measure progress toward institutional advancement goals. • Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned. Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment. NIACC Core Principles: All employees are expected to adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures. NIACC administration, faculty, and staff value a positive working environment and an environment of mutual respect; therefore, all employees are to maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments, employees, students, partners, and the public. Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. NIACC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. 01/2026
CATEGORY/LEVEL:
PSS/9
BASICFUNCTION:
The Alumni Engagement Coordinator supports the mission of NorthIowa Area Community College (NIACC) and the NIACC Foundation by developing andimplementing programs to engage alumni and strengthen lifelong relationshipswith the College. This position plays a vital role in institutional advancementby building meaningful connections that inspire engagement and lifelong supportof NIACC.
START DATE:
ASAP
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Starting salary of $50,600 to $61,900based on experience. Benefits package includes Blue Cross/Blue Shield majormedical health insurance; eye care, dental, life and disability insurance; paidvacation and sick leave; a choice of IPERS or TIAA retirement plans, and avariety of additional optional benefits.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associatedegree. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills andability to build relationships across diverse populations and workcollaboratively within a team environment. Strong organizational skills withattention to detail and follow through.
PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relationsor a related field. Two or more years of experience in alumni relations,community engagement, or event management.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: • Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy aligned with the strategic goals of the College and Foundation. • Cultivate meaningful connections with alumni through communication, events, and volunteer opportunities. • Create and manage alumni networks and digital communities to foster engagement. • Plan and execute alumni recognition programs, reunions, and community building events. • Maintain and grow the alumni database, ensuring accuracy and effective segmentation for communication and outreach. • Collaborate with the Marketing Department to highlight alumni success stories across print, digital, and social media platforms. • Develop alumni-centered content for newsletters, the NIACC website, and Foundation publications. • Utilize social media to expand alumni reach and promote engagement opportunities. • Partner with the Director of the NIACC Foundation to identify alumni prospects for philanthropic giving and involvement. • Support donor cultivation efforts by providing background information, assisting with events, and tracking engagement metrics. • Collaborate across campus to connect current students with alumni for mentoring, internships, and career development initiatives. • Assist in planning and executing advancement and fundraising events that strengthen the College's relationships with external stakeholders. • Track and report on alumni engagement activities, event participation, and growth in active alumni connections. • Use data insights to refine outreach strategies and measure progress toward institutional advancement goals. • Maintain strong organizational skills, demonstrate reliability, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Fulfill other responsibilities as needed or assigned. Perform in a manner which strengthens the coordination and cooperation of all organizational components of the College, including opportunities for student recruitment. NIACC Core Principles: All employees are expected to adhere to all NIACC policies and procedures. NIACC administration, faculty, and staff value a positive working environment and an environment of mutual respect; therefore, all employees are to maintain a positive attitude and respect for others when working with all NIACC departments, employees, students, partners, and the public. Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. NIACC is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. 01/2026