Program Manager - Alumni Networking and Engagement

Salary: $55,141.00 - $64,871.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: FT Exempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2605946
Division: VP Institutional Advancement
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
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Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking a collaborative and strategic professional to serve as Program Manager, Alumni Networks & Alumni Engagement. This role plays a key part in strengthening lifelong connections between UVU and its alumni by developing meaningful industry networks, career-connected programming, and engaging events across the university's colleges and schools. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values data-informed decision-making, and is passionate about creating opportunities that connect alumni, students, faculty, and the broader community in support of UVU's mission.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Colleges & Schools:
  Build and maintain alumni networks within UVU's colleges and schools in partnership with alumni liaisons, deans, and their staff. Develop programming that connects alumni meaningfully with UVU, their college or school, and fellow alumni. Identify opportunities to share best practices and collaborate with alumni liaisons. Partner with communications coordinators or designated staff to create marketing materials that promote alumni events and initiatives.
  
  Serve as the primary point of contact and strategic partner for colleges and schools as they strengthen alumni engagement within their respective areas.
• Industry Networks:
  Develop, manage, and facilitate programming and events for alumni within specific industries, with particular attention to high-performing industries and careers classified as - and
  -star jobs. Identify employers with a high or statistically significant percentage of UVU alumni and develop strategies to acknowledge and celebrate those companies and organizations.
• Event Planning & Support:
  Provide expert event planning, coordination, and on-the-ground support for alumni events within assigned areas of focus. Collaborate with and support Alumni Relations team members on events and initiatives planned for their respective areas.
• Job Shadow Program:
  Coordinate UVU's Job Shadow Program with a goal of engaging more alumni and or more students annually. Responsibilities include marketing, data tracking, matching students with alumni hosts, and program reporting.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in a directly related field and two years of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR a combination of education and/or experience totaling six years.

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in Alumni Relations or Higher Education is preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge: Knowledge of event planning principles and best practices, including vendor coordination, logistics, and on-site event management. Familiarity with alumni engagement strategies and higher education advancement, including confidentiality standards and giving principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working across digital platforms and alumni engagement tools.

Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with alumni, campus partners, students, faculty, and community stakeholders. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple events and initiatives simultaneously, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget. Ability to use data and metrics to inform programming decisions and measure progress toward engagement goals.

Experience managing program budgets, tracking expenditures, identifying trends, and making projections.

Abilities: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to build trust and rapport with a wide range of individuals, demonstrating professionalism and follow-through. Strong problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to prepare and present program and budget reports. Commitment to the values of Utah Valley University:
Exceptional Care, Exceptional Accountability, and Exceptional Results.
EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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