Director of Alumni Relations

Salary: $60,000.00 - $88,000.00 Annually Location : Montgomery, ALJob Type: Full-time StaffJob Number: STF-26-0123Department: Institutional AdvancementDivision: Alumni RelationsOpening Date: 05/19/2026Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM CentralJob DescriptionAlabama State University, Institutional Advancement, invites applications to the Director of Alumni Relations position. The Director of Alumni Relations is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy that strengthens lifelong relationships between Alabama State University and its alumni. This role enhances alumni pride, participation, and philanthropic support while advancing the University's mission, visibility, and strategic goals.Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and execute alumni engagement initiatives, including events, reunions, and regional programmingStrengthen connections with diverse alumni populationsOversee signature alumni events such as Homecoming and alumni weekendsCreate and implement a strategic alumni relations planDevelop communication strategies across digital platformsCollaborate with development staff to support fundraising effortsManage alumni chapters and volunteer leadershipFoster student-to-alumni engagement programsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 3-5 years of experience in alumni relations, advancement, or related field, experience in event planning and volunteer management with strong communication and leadership skills, and must be able to travel and work evenings/weekends. Experience working at a college or university, knowledge of alumni engagement best practices and CRM systems, proven ability to increase alumni participation and giving, preferred.Supplemental InformationEEOC STATEMENT:It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and DentalMetLife Group Life InsuranceGuardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick LeaveAnnual LeavePaid HolidaysState Retirement ProgramFlexible Spending AccountTuition Assistance