Director of Alumni Engagement Affinity Connections

Director of Alumni Engagement for Affinity Connections

Posting Number: S01510JP

Department: Alumni Relations

Posting Date: 12/09/2025

Pay Range: $92,000 - $105,000

Job Summary: The Director of Alumni Engagement for Affinity Connections leads efforts to strengthen alumni bonds through affinity-based programs. Reporting to the Vice President of Alumni Relations and Information Systems, this role manages day‑to‑day support for affinity networks and develops programming that promotes personal and professional development and connection with the assistance of the Affinity Programs Associate. The Director partners with alumni stakeholders, volunteer leaders, and campus colleagues to advance inclusion and belonging while cultivating meaningful and enduring engagement with the College.

The successful candidate will be motivated by Bowdoin's mission and will have a high degree of cultural competency.

• Lead and coordinate affinity‑based alumni engagement initiatives.
• Provide day‑to‑day support for affinity networks and assist the Affinity Programs Associate.
• Collaborate with alumni stakeholders, volunteer leaders, and campus colleagues to advance inclusion and belonging.
• Develop and implement programming that promotes personal and professional development for alumni.
• Maintain relationships with alumni and foster enduring engagement with the College.
• Monitor and evaluate affinity programs, using data to inform decisions and improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 5–9 years of experience in alumni relations or volunteer management within higher education.
• Strong cultural competency and commitment to inclusion and belonging.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to connect with multiple constituencies.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), database management systems, email platforms, and virtual event platforms.

Standard Work Days and

Hours:

Monday–Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed. This is an exempt position requiring commitment to complete essential duties.

Shift: Not specified.

Employment Category: Full Time Year Round Benefits Eligible: Yes Pay Type: Salaried Background Check Package Requirements: Administrative Staff + MVR

Is driving a Bowdoin vehicle an essential function of this job? No

Is a pre‑placement physical required for this position? No

Special Instructions to Applicants: If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

EEO Information: Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected status.

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