Assistant Director Alumni Engagement

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world‑class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. The university’s mission, values, and partnerships emphasize real‑world experiences, community engagement, and collaboration with corporate and government entities.

Location

Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Job Summary

The role serves as the primary liaison for alumni engagement within specific colleges and schools, building relationships with faculty and promoting involvement. It oversees alumni receptions, collaborates with the events team on regional initiatives, secures sponsorships, and tracks engagement metrics to assess impact and inform strategy. Proficiency in CRM systems such as Raiser's Edge is required for managing alumni data and interactions. The position also supports the development of alumni programs, which requires travel and other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Alumni Engagement and Experiential Programs: Identify opportunities for alumni involvement, foster stronger ties between alumni and their colleges/schools, and increase awareness of the college’s impact. Develop and execute engagement strategies through affinity‑based communities, life‑stage programming, and alumni travel experiences.
• Event Planning and Execution: Partner with the PAE Events team and the alumni association board to plan, coordinate, and execute key alumni events, including Alumni Weekend. Manage volunteer support, communications, post‑event follow‑up, and generate new ideas to boost participation and event success.
• Strategic Program Development and Alumni Outreach: Collaborate with the Director of Alumni Engagement to design and implement alumni programs based on data insights. Leverage alumni database tools and engagement metrics to drive program execution and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Engagement Metrics and Impact Assessment: Track, analyze, and report on metrics such as ROI, attendance, volunteer involvement, and overall impact. Provide quarterly reports to support continuous improvement in programming and future event planning.
• CRM Data Management and Alumni Interaction Tracking: Use Raiser's Edge (or similar) to track alumni interactions, maintain data integrity, and provide real‑time insights that inform engagement strategies and event planning.
• Regional Alumni Engagement Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive regional engagement strategy for specific colleges and schools, identifying key alumni markets, assessing opportunities, and creating a portfolio of tailored programs and events.
• Additional Duties and Travel: Perform other duties as assigned and travel to support regional alumni engagement activities, volunteer management efforts, and institutional events.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in higher education or a non‑profit organization, specifically in alumni engagement, volunteer management, and event planning, **or** 5 + years of experience/training in alumni engagement, sales, marketing, or a similar field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 5 + years alumni engagement experience in higher education or a non‑profit organization, with demonstrated expertise in alumni engagement, volunteer management, and event planning.

Abilities

• Knowledge of alumni engagement programs and alumni board management.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• High energy level, integrity, sincerity, and the ability to multitask, think creatively, and handle a heavy workload.
• Adaptability, good judgment, and initiative.
• Understanding of standard event‑management tasks and resources.
• Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, students, patients, families, volunteers, and employees.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required.

Pay

Pay Band: B12
Salary Range: $62,300 – $72,200 annually.

Schedule

Shift: Days, Monday‑Friday. Work outside normal business hours may be required for this exempt‑level position.

Benefits

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full‑time benefits‑eligible employees and many part‑time employees, including health, dental, and life insurance; participation in the Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan); earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; and, for employees with more than six months of service, eligibility for a Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates must successfully pass a background check. Depending on the duties, a credit check, motor‑vehicle report, and verification of academic credentials may also be required.