Assistant Director For Alumni Engagement

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission-with the goal of making the UW the world's greatest public university, as measured by positive impact-guides everything we do in University Advancement . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW's impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support.
The mission of Alumni Engagement is to facilitate impactful, broad-based engagement that builds a passionate community of alumni, donors and friends and galvanizes support for the University. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals.
The Foster School of Business has an exciting opening for an Assistant Director for Alumni Engagement. This is a full-time permanent position.
The Assistant Director's primary focus will be the profound engagement of Foster School alumni through outreach, conversation, storytelling and targeted events. They will also conduct outreach to the student population in order to build affinity with the School's future alumni base.
What You Will Do:
Alumni & Student Engagement (50%)
• Work with the School's ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT team to design, execute and evaluate engagement opportunities that promote the Foster School and showcase the talents and contributions of alumni and faculty.
• Partner with the Associate Dean of Inclusion and Diversity to build community within the many diverse populations of alumni and students.
• Respond to and track alumni queries regarding interest in volunteering with the School.
• Assist with Foster's Advancement events as needed, including event execution, vendor coordination and promotion.
Strategy, Planning and Measurement (20%)
• Work with the School's Senior Director of Alumni Engagement to develop an annual ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT plan.
• Measure and evaluate alumni programming and communications efforts through surveys, focus groups, analyzing CRM data, and digital communications analytics.
Digital Communications (20%)
• Maintain the school's online MBA directory, ensuring an active network for the school's alumni.
• Build and send e-communications targeted to Foster alumni, adhering to brand requirements and digital communications best practices.
Other duties as assigned (10%)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree AND five years of experience in community engagement, public relations or related industry.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
What You Bring:
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, including the ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad range of internal and external constituents.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with a broad range of technology and systems.
• Reliable transportation for local travel.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally for event setup and tear down.
What You Can Expect:
• A hybrid working schedule is available.
• Cubicle/open workspace environment may result in higher noise levels and visual distractions.
• This position requires a flexible schedule as the workload and times may vary, including evenings or weekends.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
#UWUAJOBS
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.