Assistant Director of External Relations

44893BR

Extended Job Title:

Assistant Director of External Relations

Position Description:

Performs varied and complex administrative duties in the management and coordination of a large specialized project and/or program. Requires independent judgment and application of established policies and procedures. Works under general supervision with evaluation based on overall results obtained.

Requisition ID:

44893BR

Optional Attachments:

Professional/Personal Reference

Travel Required:

None

Major/Essential Functions:

40% ALUMNI & DONOR ENGAGEMENT

Develop and implement a strategic plan for alumni relations, identifying and sustaining ways to engage alumni of the college.

Manage alumni and donor records and appeal codes in the Advancement CRM.

Serve as the primary contact and facilitator for the Dean’s Advisory Council (DAC); manage regular communications, meeting scheduling, and annual bylaw updates.

Oversee the college’s donor and alumni stewardship program, ensuring timely recognition of distinguished awards, gifts, and life milestones.

Enhance alumni programs to boost engagement for both current students and alumni, providing strategies to bridge the transition for graduating students.

30% MARKETING & ADVANCEMENT COMMUNICATIONS

Research and write compelling alumni feature stories and news for digital platforms, newsletters, and the College Annual Report.

Manage alumni multi-channel digital distribution (email, social media, and web) via CRM platforms like Emma.

Oversee annual giving communications aimed at college alumni, including Texas Tech’s Day of Giving initiatives, across CRM platforms like Emma.

Provide detailed engagement analytics to optimize outreach strategies and ensure alumni and donor data integrity within institutional and college systems.

Collaborate on the creation of visual assets, promotional materials, and story banks for external college invitations and initiatives.

15% DEAN SUPPORT

Serve as the primary external communications writer and editor for messaging from the Dean, including scripts, speeches, donor letters, and social media.

Manage communication distribution on behalf of the Dean, including congratulatory and thank-you notes to alumni in response to achievements and news.

Coordinate and provide oversight for the Dean’s external media appearances and video requests.

10% ALUMNI EVENTS

Lead strategic planning for college-wide alumni programming andrecognition events.

Oversee high-profile distinguished alumni recognition as directed by the dean.

Work closely with faculty and staff to ensure alignment between external events and academic priorities.

5% OTHER

Manage the alumni relations budget and record-keeping, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.

Collaborate with cross-campus partners to grow new alumni engagement opportunities.

Attend senior staff and advancement meetings and serve as backup support for external college events as needed.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Work Location:

Lubbock

Department:

College Health and Human Sciences

Required Attachments:

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Day

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in the area of specialization or closely related field. Three years of related administrative and technical experience. Additional job related education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

About the Department and/or College:

As one of the four original colleges at Texas Tech University at its founding in 1925, the College of Health & Human Sciences (CHHS)has a rich history of investing in students, preparing them to impact the world around them. The College of Health & Human Sciences provides multidisciplinary education, research, and service focused on individuals, families, and their environments to improve and enhance the human condition. The college offers a wide range of outstanding and nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs and encompasses seven academic units that include Community, Family & Addiction Sciences; the Department of Design; Family & Consumer Sciences Education; Hospitality and Retail Management; Human Development and Family Sciences; Interdisciplinary Human Sciences; Nutritional Sciences; and the School of Personal Financial Planning. In further supporting its vision of providing premier research, outreach, and educational programs that enhance human well-being worldwide, the CHHS is also home to six centers and five institutes. When they graduate, our students are making an impact as educators, healthcare professionals, financial planners, hospitality managers, fashion merchandisers, designers, counselors, and nutrition experts.

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University:

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Job Family:

Institutional Development & Advancement

Job Sub Family:

Alumni Relations

Annualized Pay Range:

$59,000 - $77,100 - $94,900