Assistant Director of Alumni Career Engagement Programming

Position Title

Assistant Director of Alumni Career Engagement Programming

Professional/Administrative

Full Time

Dean of the College

Career Services

On-Site (Hamilton, NY) – expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

$62,355 - $65,000

• Must have two years of relevant experience including demonstrated project and event management experience, and data assessment experience.
• Must have solid judgement, and the ability to manage projects independently.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills; strong organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to set priorities and take initiative.
• Must demonstrate an aptitude for building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously with an appropriate sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Must have demonstrated abilities to synthesize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Must be able to articulate a passion for the advantages of a liberal arts degree and market the university to potential new employers.
• Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of parents, alumni, employers, faculty, staff and students within a university context.

• Prior student affairs and/or student advising, career services, or recruitment experience is preferred.
• Prior volunteer or student supervision is preferred.
• CRM technology experience is a plus.

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.

Master’s degree preferred.

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.

Colgate University has been recognized on the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs list by The EDU Ledger and ACPA. This honor highlights Colgate’s dedication to a positive work environment, focusing on family friendliness, salary and benefits, and professional growth.

Colgate University, a premier liberal arts university of approximately 3,200 students, seeks to hire an energetic, relationship-focused professional. It is an exciting time for the University as Colgate enters its third century. President Brian W. Casey is leading the campus through a comprehensive Third-Century Plan to raise the institution’s profile as a distinctive and strong undergraduate liberal arts institution to even-higher levels of achievement.

Under the leadership of Vice President and Dean of the College Paul J. McLoughlin II, there has been tremendous growth. The energy on campus is palpable as four Residential Commons living-learning communities have been developed over the last five years, and long-term goals have been established for further developing the residential college system through the creation of an upper-level residential system, career services, and integrated wellness.

Career Services benefits from strong alumni engagement and institutional support, reinforced by a clear commitment from Dr. McLoughlin. Under Colgate’s Third Century Plan, Career Services is committed to achieving best-in-class preparation to launch liberal arts graduates into a global, ever-changing workplace. By carefully harnessing Colgate’s assets and providing extraordinary opportunities, the Career Services team ensures that all students build core, practical skills and gain…