Associate Director of Alumni Relations

Job Title

Associate Director of Alumni Relations

Department

Alumni Relations Group 2

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$70,000

Position Salary Maximum

$72,000

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-08-19

Job Description Summary

The Associate Director of Alumni Relations develops and leads Miami University's strategy for engaging students and recent alumni (0–10 years after graduation). This position is responsible for creating a lifelong engagement pipeline that connects the student experience with meaningful alumni participation, volunteer leadership, career engagement, philanthropy, and lifelong affinity for Miami University. Working collaboratively across University Advancement and campus partners, the Associate Director develops innovative engagement strategies, evaluates outcomes, and ensures programs advance institutional priorities.

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES

Student to Alumni Transition

Develop and lead the university's student-to-alumni engagement strategy, creating intentional opportunities that cultivate lifelong engagement from first-year orientation through the first decade after graduation. 

Evaluate participation and engagement data to continuously improve transition programming and increase long-term alumni involvement. 

• Design and execute on-campus programming to educate students throughout their time on campus about the benefits of the alumni network.

• Coordinate or support major milestone events, such as first day photos, senior send-offs, and commencement-related activities.

• Direct student involvement with major alumni activities, such as Alumni Weekend and Homecoming

Student Group Leadership

Serve as the primary advisor to the Miami University Student Foundation, developing annual priorities, leadership succession plans, organizational assessment, and strategic initiatives that align with University Advancement goals. 

• Lead and advise the Miami University Student Foundation (MUSF) - our student-led organization that raises funds for student scholarships, bridges connections with Miami University alumni, and celebrates Miami traditions.

• Attend and support evening meetings and weekend events

Recent Alumni Engagement

Develop a comprehensive engagement strategy for alumni in their first decade after graduation to advance participation, volunteerism, career engagement, and philanthropy. 

Develop and implement annual engagement strategies and measurable outcomes for student and recent alumni audiences aligned with MUAA and university THRIVE priorities.

Evaluate engagement trends and program performance to identify opportunities, inform strategic decisions, and continuously improve the effectiveness and impact of alumni engagement initiatives.

• Direct efforts to maximize the involvement of recent alumni with Miami University

• Lead programming targeted towards recent alumni: this could include programs/tools, webinars, in-person events, conferences, etc.

• Identify and recruit young alumni volunteers for panels, advisory boards, and regional committees

• Coordinate with the Associate Director, Career Networks, to maximize job, networking, and mentorship opportunities for recent alumni

• Direct efforts to track and recognize new alumni engagement

• Produce targeted webinars and online content

Communications & Marketing

Collaborate with Advancement Communications to develop and execute comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that increase awareness, participation, and affinity among students and recent alumni. 

University Advancement

Partner with Annual Giving and Development colleagues to integrate engagement and philanthropic strategies that increase participation and strengthen the donor pipeline among students and recent alumni. 

Develop and manage assigned program budgets, sponsorship revenue, and vendor relationships, including external partnerships and sponsorship opportunities that expand program reach and enhance the long-term sustainability of student and recent alumni engagement initiatives. 

Represent the Miami University Alumni Association as a strategic partner and ambassador, building relationships with students, alumni, volunteers, faculty, staff, and external organizations to advance engagement goals. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimun Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree 

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in alumni relations, student engagement, volunteer management, higher education, nonprofit leadership, or related field. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, close attention to detail, strong organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills, and proven leadership qualities. 

• Must have the ability to problem-solve and deal diplomatically with challenging issues, situations, and partners. 

• Willingness to travel, ability to work weekends and/or extended hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in volunteer management

• Experience with student and recent alumni engagement

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Miami University

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

To be considered for this position please upload a resume and cover letter.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
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For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

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Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [email protected] or 513-529-3560.

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