Director of Alumni Engagement & Strategy

MSOE is seeking a Director of Alumni Relations to lead and elevate our alumni engagement strategy. In this influential role, you’ll shape how thousands of alumni connect with MSOE - guiding innovative programs and signature events, inspiring volunteer leadership, forging strategic partnerships, and fostering pride and philanthropy across every stage of the alumni journey.

If you’re passionate about creating impactful experiences and driving initiatives that foster lifelong engagement, pride, and support for MSOE’s mission, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) is an academic institution intrinsically tied to the real world - a confluence of industry knowledge, work ethic and an enduring desire to know more. The university offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in engineering, computer science, machine learning, user experience, construction management, actuarial science, business and nursing. With about 3,000 students, faculty and staff, MSOE is large enough for big opportunities and small enough for personal attention.

MSOE is a supportive environment where everyone is valued. Our method of learning by doing is our distinction: it is how we teach, how we learn and how we serve. MSOE’s top priority is serving our students. By joining our community, you are building the leaders of tomorrow.

MSOE is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. We are united by our six values - collaboration, excellence, inclusion, innovation, integrity and stewardship - which represent the core of our campus culture. MSOE has embarked on an ambitious strategic plan, Extraordinary Together, that propels the institution forward.

At MSOE, we are dedicated to promoting an academic environment marked by an unwavering respect for every individual.

MSOE is under the leadership of Dr. Eric Baumgartner. He began his Presidency in January 2026 after having served as the Executive Vice President of Academics at MSOE since 2017.

MSOE invites applications for a full-time Director of Alumni Relations to join our University Advancement team! The Director of Alumni Relations provides strategic leadership and oversight for all alumni engagement efforts s role is responsible for setting the vision, priorities, and long-term strategy for alumni engagement across programs, communications, events, volunteer leadership, and student-to-alumni pathways. Reporting to the Senior Director of University Advancement Marketing and Engagement, the Director serves as the primary architect of the alumni engagement strategy and ensures alignment with university advancement goals, institutional priorities, and campaign readiness.

The Director supervises alumni relations staff, including the Associate Director of Alumni Relations, and collaborates with advancement and campus partners to strengthen lifelong relationships between alumni and the university.

Alumni Engagement Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and lead a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy aligned with University Advancement goals and institutional priorities including responsible oversight of Alumni Relations budget.
• Establish strategic priorities, success measures, and engagement pathways across the alumni lifecycle.
• Evaluate alumni engagement outcomes and use data and best practices to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of University Advancement Marketing and Engagement to ensure there is a coordinated effort to promote alumni stories and alumni relations programs strategically across platforms.
• Participate in developing tactical and strategic communication plans for the Office of University Advancement.

Alumni Relations Strategy and Engagement

• Provide oversight for all major alumni events including Summer in the City annual reunion, Oktoberfest, President’s golf outing, Alumni Awards, MSOE Wall of Distinction and regional/national receptions.
• Establish strategic expectations and…