Industry and Alumni Relations Coordinator

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full- time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of the University of Georgia’s learning environment, advancing new knowledge, research, scholarship and creative output by faculty, students, and staff in more than 80‑degree programs across 40+ units.

This position provides comprehensive coordination and support for campus industry and alumni engagement initiatives, ensuring high‑quality experiences that strengthen relationships and advance development goals. Serving as a point of contact for industry partners, the role manages inquiries, coordinates visits and events, and collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and development colleagues to facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities. The position reports directly to the Director of Development for Strategic Initiatives and interacts daily with the Associate Director for Business Engagement, Alumni Director, the Franklin Development and Alumni Relations team, senior development leaders, the Dean of Franklin College, other administrators, faculty and department heads, UGA Foundation staff, alumni, and industry partners, including board members.

It also interacts with a wide‑ranging community of business leaders who provide corporate sponsor ships or serve as speakers and special guests for our events.

This position will be expected to operate with a high degree of independence and will work with sensitive data and prospect/financial information for individuals and companies. It is expected that the candidate maintains a high level of confidentiality and makes good decisions.

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling; spending long periods of time at a computer.

• Serve as a point of contact for industry partner inquiries ensuring timely and professional communication.
• Partner with faculty, staff, and development colleagues to facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities (e.g., Employer of the Day, student networking events, industry lunch and learns, and other career‑readiness campus programming).
• Coordinate and execute campus visits and engagement activities – may include parking, meeting space, meeting materials, itineraries, briefings, catering, etc.
• Provide on‑site support to ensure successful execution of visits and events.
• Provide engagement support and coordination for the Franklin Dean’s Advisory Council (FDAC) with on‑campus industry and board member engagement.

• Partner with faculty, staff, and development colleagues to facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities (e.g., alumni panels, classroom speakers, etc.).
• Coordinate and execute alumni campus visits and engagement activities – may include parking, meeting space, meeting materials, catering, etc.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for college signature events (e.g., annual Alumni Awards and Donor Celebration) including nomination processes and materials, guest lists, nametags, event collateral, registration processes, etc.
• Provide on‑site event and alumni engagement support, including setup, guest engagement, etc.

• Work closely…