Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number


S15471P

Working Title


Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

Department


DAR-Office of Alumni Relations

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 ( . 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.

About the College/Unit/Department

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.

College/Unit/Department website


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Posting Type


External

Retirement Plan


TRS or ORP

Employment Type


Employee

Benefits Eligibility


Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time


Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

8:00am-5:00pm; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.

Advertised Salary


$55,000+ commensurate with qualifications and experience

Posting Date


07/21/2026

Open until filled


Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date


09/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

• This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

Location of Vacancy


Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( View email address on click.appcast.io ).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title


Alumni Relations Officer I

FLSA


Exempt

FTE


1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Volunteer management experience.
• Sales and marketing experience.
• Communications experience.
• Experience working in fundraising and nonprofit setting.
• Familiarity with the university setting.
• Ability to establish the trust of colleagues and build strong relationships with key faculty/staff.
• Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to university business and confidential donor and prospect information.
• Exhibits behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the University of Georgia.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director, the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations is responsible for managing the Office of Alumni Relation's young alumni engagement efforts, oversees the Young Alumni Council, and partners with the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) and campus colleagues to increase young alumni philanthropic engagement. The Assistant Director manages volunteer training sessions, recruits volunteer leaders, and leads the marketing effort in collaboration with university departments to develop a multifaceted and representative ambassador group and strengthen the pipeline for young alumni giving. This position implements and executes plans to engage targeted alumni groups at the university to increase young alumni engagement through strategic outreach in partnership with councils and affinity groups.

This position also works collaboratively with the DAR Annual Giving and Development teams, and the Donor Engagement and Stewardship team, to steward and retain young alumni donors, mobilizing the Young Alumni Council to strategically enhance fundraising and stewardship efforts, along with supporting the successful alignment of the strategies, programs, and management of alumni volunteer group within the office of alumni relations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated experience in volunteer management and event planning.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple competing priorities.
• Exemplary communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead groups and individuals.
• Collaborative style combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment.
• Creative thinker with ability to receive constructive feedback on ideas.
• Demonstrated computer competency and knowledgeable of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and social media outlets.
• Quick learner, self-starter, and can adapt to a fast paced, multi-faceted, and dynamic organization.
• Ability to articulate a proposal clearly and concisely for a new strategy or solution to a problem so that others can quickly and easily understand.
• Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.

Additional Division Expectations:

• Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
• Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

Physical Demands

• Sit and work in a standard office environment or vehicle for extended periods of time
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Driving as needed to perform job duties
• Travel in and out of state
• Work nights and weekends as necessary
• Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence
• Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
• Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb

Is driving a responsibility of this position?


Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?


Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?


Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?


No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?


No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?


No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)


Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Volunteer Engagement and Management

• Develop strategy and annual goals for targeted young alumni engagement initiatives by overseeing the management, planning, implementation, and follow-up of alumni volunteer needs, specifically needs pertaining to the Young Alumni Council; Plan and implement Young Alumni Council membership efforts to ensure council members are equipped to serve as peer-to-peer ambassadors to help advance the philanthropic mission of the University and the Division of Development & Alumni Relations (DAR), along with supporting Alumni Relations' engagement goals; Responsible for training and coaching council leaders; Oversee quarterly young alumni council specific sessions.
• Participate in volunteer recruitment, utilizing established protocols to identify, qualify, and help engage alumni volunteers, advocates, and prospective donors through relationship-building and strategic outreach with a focus on in person visits.
• Provide staff support to identified volunteers on the UGA Alumni Board of Directors and committees; assist with board activities as assigned.

Percentage of time


30

Duties/Responsibilities

Experiential Engagement and Programming

• Plan and execute one signature event and one signature program with the aim of increasing young alumni engagement, strategically managing communications, partnerships, and event follow-up with attendees; Partner with Regional Development and other Development team members to increase young alumni participation post event.
• Ensure young alumni communication efforts are aligned with DAR and university mission and values; Oversee the development and execution of social media communications, working collaboratively with DAR Communications on efforts specifically or recent graduates.
• Operate within DAR best practices and frameworks for successful execution and collaboration of events

Percentage of time


25

Duties/Responsibilities

Philanthropic Engagement

• Manage strategy to increase philanthropic engagement among young alumni to the Young Alumni Finish the Drill Scholarship; Partner with DAR colleagues, Alumni Relations team members, and campus departments to strategically identify and implement pathways to increase engagement among young alumni at the university; Use data to drive decision making processes and identification of targets for young alumni participation and engagement; Assist division colleagues in meeting key metrics for young alumni participation and involving the young alumni council in university wide fundraising efforts.
• Create and maintain engagement plans for council volunteers that have potential to be major gift donors/prospects, leadership annual gift donors/prospects, or board pipeline prospects.

Percentage of time


20

Duties/Responsibilities

Strategy and Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with DAR and campus colleagues to identify young alumni to strategically engage in department and/or division sponsored opportunities; support and attend DAR and campus events for young alumni.
• In partnership with DAR colleagues, school and college contacts, other alumni relations staff members, and the UGA Division of Student Affairs, implement targeted outreach strategies to student leaders to educate about young alumni engagement opportunities.
• Proactively communicate with alumni directors in schools and colleges about young alumni focused initiatives hosted by Alumni Relations.
• Support DAR, Alumni Relations, and other campus events as needed.

Percentage of time


10

Duties/Responsibilities

Program Administration

• Meet established performance metrics, regularly updating the Giving and Alumni Information Link (GAIL) system with meetings, interactions, and notes regarding alumni contact.
• Assist in budget oversight by managing assigned event and program budgets.
• Support in the hiring, training, supervision, and development of student assistant(s).

Percentage of time


10

Duties/Responsibilities

Department Collaboration

• Other projects and duties as assigned by the Senior Director and Executive Director.

Percentage of time


5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name


Development & Alumni Relations' Office of Talent Management

Recruitment Contact Email


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Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity within the Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR)?• Chronicle of Higher Education• DAR Careers Page• Handshake• Insight Into Academia• Inside Higher Ed• LinkedIn• UGAJobs (UGA's job board)• Other (please provide name of source)
   (Open Ended Question)
   

Applicant Documents



Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents