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Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Inside Higher Ed, Savannah, GA, United States


Job Title: Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Location: Summerville Campus

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 295718

Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Alumni Engagement Coordinator plans, coordinates, and executes programs that engage students, young alumni, and recent graduates while fostering lifelong connections to Augusta University. The role oversees Homecoming events, develops and delivers student‑to‑alumni transition and young alumni engagement strategies, and manages, advises, and supervises the Student Alumni Ambassadors, including recruitment and training. Through strategic programming, communications, events, and partnerships across campus, this position educates students and alumni on the value of lifelong engagement and builds collaborative relationships to support alumni relations goals. Additional responsibilities include cross‑departmental collaboration, travel, and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Develop programming that supports the transition from student to alumni, educating students and recent graduates on the power and importance of lifelong engagement with AU.

Execute strategies to engage young alumni and recent graduates through communications, events, programs, and dedicated resources.

Provide leadership and advising to the Student Alumni Ambassadors, serving as “alumni in residence,” fostering education, engagement, and awareness of alumni relations.

Recruit, train, and supervise Student Alumni Ambassadors board of directors.

Coordinate and execute Homecoming programs and events, overseeing all phases from initial planning and development through implementation.

Cultivate lifelong relationships and assist in executing student‑to‑alumni transition programs from orientation to commencement to include AU, DCG, and MCG.

Build partnerships and cultivate relationships with Student Affairs, Admissions, Residence Life and Housing, Student Life and Engagement, etc., to foster collaboration and communication.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business, communication, non‑profit leadership, hospitality, education, marketing or a related field.

Minimum one year of demonstrated experience in advising students, event planning, program management, or alumni engagement.

Other duties as assigned and some travel required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Three to five years of related experience.

Graphic design software knowledge is a plus (Indesign).

Prior experience in private college/university advancement and/or alumni relations.

Experience in fundraising or fundraising support (preferably higher education fundraising).

Knowledge of software used for fundraising/alumni data and an understanding of information management in a database structure (e.g., Raiser’s Edge).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to work independently to solve problems, handle confidential information, and navigate sensitive situations.

Requires adaptability, good judgement and initiative.

Excellent oral, written, and grammatical communications skills.

Highly developed computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and constituent related software.

Ability to multi‑task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical abilities.

A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Salary & Benefits Pay Band: B10. Salary Minimum: $52,500 annually, commensurate with qualifications. Shift: Days/M-F. Recruitment Period: 3/6/26 - Until filled. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), earned vacation time, sick leave, 13 paid holidays, and tuition assistance for qualifying employees after 6 months.

Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting. For positions requiring trust or purchase card usage, a credit check will also be required. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving an Augusta University vehicle. Faculty hires must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and any required documentation.

Equal Opportunity Statement Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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