Director of Alumni Relations Position Available In Montgomery, Alabama

Director of Alumni Relations Auburn University at Montgomery – 4.2

Montgomery, AL Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$62.4K – $108K a year 2 days ago Qualifications CRM software 5 years Salesforce Master’s degree Supervising experience Project management Bachelor’s degree Senior level Communication skills

Full Job Description Position Information Position Information Vacancy Number:

S-01215

Position Title:

Director of Alumni Relations Classification Title:

Department:

Advancement Employment Type:

Full-Time Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) seeks a dynamic and strategic Director of Alumni Relations to lead the university’s efforts in building lifelong, meaningful relationships with its alumni. Reporting to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Advancement, the Director will oversee all alumni engagement activities, manage alumni communications, and collaborate across campus to support advancement goals. This position plays a key role in enhancing alumni involvement, volunteerism, and philanthropic support for AUM.

Primary Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy aligned with AUM’s mission and advancement goals. Mange AUM Alumni Association and AUM Alumni Board of Directors including facilitating all board activities and meetings. Manages AUM Alumni Association awards programs to include notification, publicizing, compiling data and disseminating information to directors concerning awards within established deadlines and timelines. Supervise and mentor the Alumni Coordinator, providing direction, support, and professional development. Establish annual goals and metrics for alumni engagement and evaluate progress regularly. Alumni Engagement & Events Plan and execute alumni events including Homecoming, alumni gatherings, and student-alumni networking opportunities. Plan and execute alumni recognition events, awards and activities. Cultivate and support the AUM Alumni Association Board and other alumni leadership groups. Encourage and manage alumni involvement in mentorship programs, campus visits, and speaking engagements. Develop strategies to increase annual and lifetime Alumni Association memberships. Promote and coordinate the AUM Alumni Travel Program and AUM Car Tag program Ensure timely administration of alumni membership processing. Work with vendors to ensure contracts and payments are completed in a timely manner. Communications & Outreach Develop and manage alumni communications, including newsletters, invitations, social media, website and digital outreach in collaboration with the University Marketing and Communications team. Develop and implement a communications plan to increase alumni participation and engagement. Promote alumni achievements and university updates through various communication channels. Ensure the alumni database is current and effectively utilized to target communications and measure engagement. Volunteer & Donor Engagement Identify and engage alumni volunteers for university initiatives, events, and giving campaigns. Partner with development staff to support alumni fundraising efforts, annual giving appeals, and donor stewardship. Collaboration & Campus Integration Works with Associate Vice Chancellor of Advancement and Advancement team on assigned projects for the AUM Alumni Association and Office of Advancement. Work closely with university departments and colleges to foster alumni-student connections. Represent the university at events and engage with diverse alumni communities both locally and regionally.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of AUM’s alumni community and institutional culture. Experience in higher education or nonprofit advancement settings. Strong project management and event planning capabilities. Creative thinker with a collaborative mindset and results-driven approach.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in alumni relations, university advancement, communications, or related field. Supervisory experience preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce or similar alumni management software). Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and travel as needed.

Job Open Date:

06/17/2025 This posting will remain open until closed:

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About the University/College Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.

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