Assistant Director for Alumni Communication and Outreach
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Job Title
Assistant Director for Alumni Communication and Outreach
Number of Vacancies1
Posting NumberEX
About Murray StateLocated in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike.
Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity EmploymentEqual Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of EmploymentRegular Full-Time
Work LocationMurray, KY
Employment Term12 Months
Position TypeStaff - Exempt (Monthly)
DepartmentAlumni Affairs
Summary OfJob Duties And Responsibilities
The Assistant Director of Alumni Communication and Outreach, under the supervision of the Director of Alumni Relations, develops, plans and executes strategic content, multi-channel alumni communications and digital engagement, exercising creativity and independent judgment, adaptability, and decision-making while maintaining alignment with University Advancement priorities.
- Develop and implement multi-channel communication strategies with consistent messaging and branding, including segmented outreach to alumni, donors, friends and other constituencies of the University.
- Assess, track, and report alumni communication and outreach metrics to evaluate participation, effectiveness, and return on effort.
- Develop, write, edit, and manage content for alumni website, e-newsletters, social media platforms, publications, and other communications.
- Ensure all communications align with branding and editorial standards. Copyedit content following AP and institutional guidelines.
- Assist Assistant Director of Alumni Relations in executing communication requests with colleges and academic units. Collaborate with Advancement Services on data requests, segmentation, and distribution where needed.
- Manage official alumni social media accounts. Create and oversee a Social Media Ambassadors program. Monitor trends and analytics to improve engagement.
- Develop promotional materials and support planning and execution of alumni engagement events.
- Support strategic events and activities as needed, including Homecoming, Tent City and class reunions, Distinguished Alumni, Distinguished Professor, Top 22 Under 40, Golden Horseshoe awards, athletics-related alumni events, and other University-sponsored programs.
- Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation related to programs, policies, projects, and special events.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or Higher Education is highly preferred.
- Three years of professional experience in communications, marketing, nonprofit advancement, fundraising, sales or a related field.
- Experience with communication platforms including social media, email marketing, video, print, event execution and website strategy.
- Experience using graphic design and publishing software for digital and print communications.
- Excellent written, verbal,…
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