Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement Affinity, Identity and Regional Programs

Overview

Position Title:

Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement for Affinity, Identity and Regional Programs

Job Category:
Professional/Administrative

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Division:
Office of Advancement

Department:
Alumni Engagement

Work Arrangement Type:
Hybrid/Partial Remote – a combination of on-site and remote work. Specific schedules (e.g., 3 days on-site, 2 days remote) are determined by the department based on operational needs.

Hiring Wage/Salary Range: $64,000-$65,000

• Deliver programs and events that strengthen alumni engagement and deepen connection to Colgate. Develop and implement annual plans to increase alumni participation, expand innovative and meaningful programming, and build stronger ties among alumni, the University, and current students.
• Enhance alumni understanding of Colgate’s mission and the Third-Century Plan while fostering lifelong connection and pride.
• Advance alumni belonging by working with affinity, identity-based, regional and international volunteers and engagement efforts. Deliver inclusive programs and communications tailored to diverse communities, maintain affinity and regional engagement portfolios, and partner with colleagues to support alumni connections worldwide.
• Coordinate regional and international club activity, support Reunion engagement for affinity and regional groups, work with identity-based communities, and prepare clear, compelling messaging to maximize engagement opportunities.
• Recruit, manage, and steward alumni volunteers globally. Build strong volunteer networks, provide training and support, and cultivate leadership across affinity and regional communities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Annual Giving to align affinity engagement with fundraising efforts and with Communications to elevate identity-based storytelling, ensuring a cohesive and impactful alumni experience.
• Work in close collaboration with the AVP for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving, and support the Alumni of Color organization.

• A minimum of two years of professional experience in event planning, project management, volunteer management, alumni engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion, student services, and/or related fields. Substantial internship and/or volunteer experience in these areas may be considered.
• Ability to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of alumni, students, faculty, and staff on a daily basis.
• Experience or aptitude for measuring success and reporting on programs with quantitative and qualitative data.
• Comfort with fundraising and fundraising-adjacent activities.
• Enthusiastic commitment to advancing the University’s mission.
• Staffing the annual Reunion weekend is a requirement of this position.

A Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are gained is required.

• Professional and/or volunteer experience in educational, advocacy, non-profit and/or related organizations.
• Experience and/or familiarity with alumni engagement and/or fundraising in a higher education setting.

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.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.

The Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement for Affinity, Identity and Regional Programs will create and implement programs and initiatives that fully embrace the identities, experiences,…