St. Catherine University · 22 hours ago
Alumni Engagement Coordinator
St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time Alumni Engagement Coordinator position within the Alumnae Relations Department. The Coordinator provides critical programmatic and operational support to the Director of Alumni Relations, focusing on engaging students transitioning into alumni, graduates of the last decade, and alumni affinity groups.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Design, coordinate, and manage tailored programs, events, and volunteer opportunities specifically for recent graduates and affinity groups
Lead engagement tactics for recent graduates and affinity groups as defined by the overarching alumni strategic plan
Collaborate with internal campus partners to support alumni engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for alumni affinity groups helping to facilitate affirming and welcoming activities and ensuring alignment with departmental goals
Execute the “Forever Katies” transition programs, ensuring graduating students are successfully onboarded into the alumni database and communication streams
Assist the department by managing the cultivation, recruitment, scheduling, and basic training of alumni volunteers and committee members
Support the Annual Fund’s Student Philanthropy Club and serve as a content expert for new alumni solicitation, acting as the tactical link between student initiatives and alumni relations
Develop, manage and execute the social media calendar and digital outreach specifically targeting younger alumni cohorts
Develops and delivers campaigns & communications activity with measurable results
Monitor and respond to alumni inquiries via email and social channels, escalating high-priority relationship opportunities to Institutional Advancement leadership
Coordinate with the Communications department to produce marketing materials that center marginalized voices and reflect equity and respect
Maintain accurate records in the alumni database (CRM) to ensure the accuracy of real-time data for high-level stewardship
Manage the administrative logistics for specific events and committee meetings, including expense tracking and budget reconciliation
Conduct regular research against peer institutions to provide the department with data-driven recommendations for program improvement
Manage and organize digital records, perform quality checks on data, and create and request reports for operational efficiency
Track and report on engagement metrics (attendance, digital growth, volunteer hours) and perform quality checks on data to ensure operational efficiency and measure the success of the strategic plan
Remains current on the University priorities and programming in order to communicate effectively with alumni and students
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED (Some college coursework preferred)
2–3 years of experience in community engagement, marketing, or communications
Ability to initiate, build, connect, and maintain relationships
Experience as a student or staff member at an institution of higher education
Direct experience working with volunteers and managing small-scale events
Proven ability to respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures and backgrounds
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends
Preferred
Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
Experience delivering social media and digital marketing campaigns or communications
Experience in developing affirming engagement programs with historically underrepresented and marginalized communities
Benefits
Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.
Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
Health, dental, and vision insurance
403b retirement plan access
Accrued sick time