Associate Director​/Alumni Engagement

Overview

Position Title:

Associate Director / Alumni Engagement

Department:
Alumni Relations & Constituent Engagement

Location:

Mount Pleasant, MI

Employment Type:

Full-Time, 12‑month, 1.00 FTE

This role coordinates alumni outreach programs and event engagement, facilitates alumni engagement through in‑person and virtual events, affinity group initiatives, and digital platforms, and supervises student employees.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Three years of experience in alumni relations, event management, student programming, public relations, hospitality services, or a related field
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

• Five years of experience in alumni relations, event management, student programming, public relations, hospitality services, or a related field
• Experience with higher education events and volunteer management
• Experience working with and understanding diverse communities
• Experience coordinating in‑person and virtual events
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to cultivate inclusive and equitable relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members
• Knowledge of software platforms such as Canva, Fundraising Performance Management, Millennium, Thankview, etc.

• Serve as liaison to alumni affinity groups and coordinate on‑campus event logistics and fundraising initiatives
• Lead and collaborate with the Alumni Engagement team on large‑scale annual events (Homecoming, Reunions, Alumni Awards Ceremony, Golf Outings, etc.)
• Collaborate with the Communications Manager on social media strategy, webpage management, and overall communication plans; oversee alumni content on digital platforms (Mobile Up, YoDeck, Sitefinity)
• Maintain current digital content regarding alumni programs, events, fundraisers, and nomination deadlines, while ensuring brand consistency
• Serve as staff liaison to the National Alumni Association Board of Directors; assist committees as needed
• Assist advancement partners and campus areas with event programming support
• Assist with alumni outreach programs and event engagement; coordinate in‑person and virtual events for regional alumni groups; manage expectations
• Supervise the Alumni Events Assistant (intern) and student employee tasks and schedules; provide guidance and oversight
• Represent the university and the Alumni Association with pride and integrity
• Perform other duties as assigned

Central Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution; CMU does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex‑based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.