Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

About the role

The University of Idaho Foundation Alumni Relations team seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Assistant Director of Student & Young Alumni Engagement. Reporting to the Senior Director of Alumni Relations, this role strengthens the lifelong Vandal journey by creating meaningful connections between students, young alumni and the university community. Through leadership of signature traditions and programs like Homecoming, Parent & Family Weekend, Vandal Walk and Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) engagement, this position fosters pride, belonging and lasting alumni involvement. The Assistant Director will lead student-focused initiatives, supervise a team member and partner across campus to strengthen the Vandal community.

Position Overview

This position leads engagement initiatives across the student-to-alumni transition, with a focus on career connection, identity development and long-term community building. The Assistant Director works collaboratively with Alumni Relations colleagues, campus partners and other stakeholders to deliver a cohesive, coordinated and meaningful constituent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement initiatives and programming to drive student and young alumni engagement
• Develop and support career-focused engagement opportunities
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus partners, faculty, student organizations and alumni volunteers
• Analyze engagement data and feedback
• Attend university and community events
• Supervise staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Two years of experience in program development, engagement, event planning or relationship management
• Experience coordinating and executing programs or initiatives
• Experience working collaboratively with partners or stakeholders
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to travel
• Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in engagement, events or higher education
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute strategic ideas
• Experience in alumni relations, higher education or student engagement
• Developing programs for students or early career professionals
• Analyzing participation data and improving programs based on insights
• Experience in event planning and coordination
• Supervising staff

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time

Pay

$60,000 or higher, commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full Time, Fiscal Year