Director of Alumni Relations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; minimum of five years in alumni relations with progressively responsible experience.
• Knowledge of Miami University.
• Experience in volunteer management.
• Experience with regional alumni programs, chapters, or clubs
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills, close attention to detail, strong organizational, inter personal, 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
• 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 ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
• Miami University Values Statement
• For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Title Director of Alumni Relations Department Alumni Relations Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum $78,000 Position Salary Maximum $83,000 Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-06-12 Job Description Summary The Director of Alumni Relations is a leader in the Miami University Alumni Association (MUAA), responsible for strategic programming that strengthens alumni connections beyond campus. Job Description Primary duties: Direct and manage alumni engagement outside of Oxford, including leading alumni chapter programs, key events, and driving alumni activity in key regions Work with chapter volunteers and partners to expand alumni engagement, specifically in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Columbus, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Denver Work in partnership with Advancement Communications to promote regional engagement in print, online, and email marketing and social media Contribute to the development of new and enhancement of existing online (virtual) and regional program offerings to bring Miami University social, professional, and educational content to all alumni. Meet regularly with the MUAA executive leadership to set the strategic direction of regional engagement Attend MUAA staff meetings, University Advancement meetings, and quarterly MUAA board of directors' meetings. Incorporate key initiatives of THRIVE Strategic Plan into work and report to THRIVE Committee on Strengthening Alumni Engagement. Work with University Advancement colleagues, campus partners, and volunteers to build a pipeline for alumni engagement that supports programming and initiatives, develops generational leaders, increases data integrity, and enhances philanthropic support. Coordinate annual fund efforts for key constituent groups through regular communication and strategic planning with Annual Giving and major gift officer(s) to ensure that Miami University achieves campaign fundraising and engagement goals. Track metrics and data points to make strategic business decisions, determine program effectiveness, and discover and cultivate opportunities for programmatic collaboration; produce reports and recommendations. In conjunction with divisional and university partners, develop a plan to allow for sponsorship of regional events

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