Apply Now Job no: 542033
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: San Diego
Categories: MPP, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)
Join Our Team as the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement!
Are you passionate about building strong connections and fostering a vibrant community? San Diego State University (SDSU) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to join us as the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement. In this pivotal role, you will:
- Lead and Innovate: Develop and manage alumni engagement strategies across various chapters, affinity communities, and volunteer programs.
- Be the Bridge: Serve as the essential link between SDSU and its alumni network, enhancing communication and coordination of key alumni events.
- Promote Philanthropy: Drive philanthropic initiatives that strengthen bonds between alumni, the university, and each other.
- Champion Volunteerism: Collaborate with campus departments to identify and promote volunteer opportunities, fostering a culture of engagement and service.
As the Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement, you will play a crucial role in the success and growth of SDSU Alumni and the university. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dedicated team, we want to hear from you!
Position Information
- Full-time, at-will role, offering comprehensive benefits.
- Position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
- This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience
- 3-5 years’ experience in alumni relations, constituency management or related field
- 3-5 years’ experience in communicating to groups via traditional and emerging media
- 3-5 years’ experience in management in a complex organization
Key Qualifications
- Ability to interface with multitudinous and diverse populations
- Demonstrated ability to make independent, complex decisions, problem solve, and practice hands-on management and exercise sound judgement.
- Demonstrated high degree of interest in and commitment to higher education.
- Demonstrated ability to extract pertinent information from computerized databases and other sources, conduct analysis and prepare reports.
- Extraordinary interpersonal skills including superb listening, strong recall ability and engaging demeanor.
- Ability and availability to attend events and perform duties outside of normal work hours (may include evenings and weekends)
Licenses and Certifications
Valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 10 days of hire.
Compensation and Benefits
San Diego State University will offer a competitive salary based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. San Diego State University also offers a rich benefits package that includes:
- Extensive Leave benefits: 15 paid holidays, 24 vacation days, and 12 sick days per year;
- Retirement security through a CalPERS defined benefit pension (with CalPERS and UC Retirement Plan reciprocity) and retiree healthcare benefits;
- An array of health, dental, and vision coverage at no-cost or low-cost to the employee; and
- California State University system fee reduction program (fee waiver) for the employee or their qualified dependent
Anticipated hiring range: $75,000 - $80,337 annually.
Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on September 26, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by September 25, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Rachael Stalmann at
Advertised: Sep 12, 2024 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled