Executive Director of Alumni Relations

Executive Director of Alumni Relations

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• Posting Number: S14789P
• Working Title:
  
  Executive Director of Alumni Relations
• Department: DAR - Office of Alumni Relations
• Posting Type:
  External
• Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part Type:
  Full Time
• Work Schedule:
  
  8:00am–5:00pm;
  Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
• Salary:
  Commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Posting Date: 03/02/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Closing Date/Proposed Starting Date: 06/01/2026
• Location of Vacancy:
  Athens Area

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Division of Development and Alumni Relations

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

Office of Alumni Relations

The UGA Alumni Association advances the academic excellence, interests, and traditions of Georgia’s flagship university by inspiring engagement through relevant programming, enhanced connections, and effective communications.

• Minimum Qualification:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of professional experience, including 3 years in a leadership role.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• At least five years of senior level management experience in resource development, strategic planning, business development, or public relations/communications.
• At least 12 years of related higher education experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to marketing, fundraising, business development, business administration, higher education, project management, or relationship management.
• At least five years of experience working with and managing volunteer boards.
• Proven track record of fundraising success.
• Excellent working knowledge of the University of Georgia, its traditions, history, and values to foster a sense of community and support.
• Knowledge of private funding landscape in higher education.
• Ability to establish the trust of colleagues and build strong relationships with key faculty/staff.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to university business and confidential donor and prospect information.
• Ability to respond to donor needs and concerns in a kind and professional way.

The Executive Director of Alumni Relations sets the strategic direction for engaging the university’s 370,000+ living alumni across the world. Production, collaboration, innovation, and purpose will guide this advancement leader. The Executive Director of Alumni Relations serves as a key member of the Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) senior leadership team and, through close partnerships with university and volunteer leadership, is responsible for developing strategic objectives for…