Communications Coordinator, Alumni Association

Description The Alumni Association invites applications for a Communications Coordinator to help tell the story of the University and its alumni through high-quality communications, promotional copywriting and alumni spotlight features. This position supports the organization’s communications strategy with a primary focus on email marketing, web content and storytelling that advances alumni engagement goals. Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President for Alumni & Community Relations, this position will develop, publish and maintain professional communications that strengthen the organization’s voice, brand consistency and outreach efforts. Some evening or weekend work may be required to support events and engagement opportunities. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities Develop and execute alumni communications strategies and content (promotional copy, features, storytelling) to drive engagement, awareness, and program participation Maintain consistent brand voice and messaging while identifying new opportunities to connect with and highlight alumni impact globally Manage email marketing and digital communications (content creation, scheduling, distribution, analytics) while coordinating a strategic alumni communications calendar Maintain website and digital platforms, providing technical support and creating adaptable, multi-channel content Collaborate with campus partners and the foundation to support communications, ensure data integrity, and advance university initiatives Support alumni events, participate in meetings, and carry out additional duties aligned with the organization’s mission Supervise the engagement & outreach intern(s) Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations or a related field Demonstrated strong professional writing and communication skills Experience developing high-quality, audience-focused digital content Preferred Qualifications Experience creating and editing photo, video or multimedia content Experience managing content within a CMS platform (such as Cascade, Drupal, or WordPress) Experience building and sustaining online audiences or communities Experience using email marketing platforms such as iModules or similar systems Familiarity with higher education communication practices Additional Information Position Number: 010990 Compensation Title: Media Information Coordinator Bargaining Unit: FOCUS-MFPE Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (some evening & weekends), 12 months/year Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program. A Complete Application Includes Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as "Dear Search Committee" or "Dear Hiring Manager" is acceptable. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story. Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position. The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information. Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation. The University of Montana offers a wide variety of benefits. 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