Alumni Coordinator

ulsuno; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

LSU New Orleans is seeking an Alumni Coordinator to support the alumni engagement program and the LSU New Orleans Alumni Association through event coordination, communications support, volunteer and chapter support, and data management. Under the supervision of the Director of Alumni Engagement, the role helps deliver programs that keep alumni connected through the transition to LSU New Orleans.

Responsibilities include coordinating events and programs, supporting newsletters and outreach, board

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in event coordination, alumni relations, communications, membership, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and project-coordination skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to high-quality customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Willingness to learn and use donor database systems, including Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT.
• Must be flexible regarding work schedule, with the ability to work evenings and weekends for events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates alumni events and programs, including reunions, homecoming, regional and chapter events, affinity groups, young-alumni programming, and networking events; manages logistics, registration, materials, and on-site execution.
• Supports alumni communications and engagement, including newsletters, class notes, social media, and outreach; helps grow measurable alumni participation and engagement.
• Supports alumni association board and volunteers, including meeting coordination, committee support, volunteer recognition, and follow-up.
• Maintains accurate alumni records in Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, builds lists and queries, and tracks event and engagement data in coordination with the Advancement Data & Stewardship Manager.
• Produces periodic reports as required and performs other responsibilities to meet goals of the University and Foundation.

Skills

Event coordination

Alumni relations

Communications

Membership programs

Customer service

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT

Job description

Thank you for your interest in LSU New Orleans.

Department

University Advancement

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of the Director of Alumni Engagement, the Alumni Coordinator supports the alumni engagement program and the LSU New Orleans Alumni Association through event coordination, communications support, volunteer and chapter support, and data management. This role is central to delivering the programs and touchpoints that keep alumni connected and engaged through the transition to LSU New Orleans.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 35% Coordinates alumni events and programs, including reunions, homecoming, regional and chapter events, affinity groups, young-alumni programming, and networking events. Manages logistics, registration, materials, and on-site execution in partnership with the Advancement Operations & Events Manager.
• 25% Supports alumni communications and engagement, including newsletters, class notes, social media, and outreach, in partnership with Advancement Communications, and helps grow measurable alumni participation and engagement.
• 20% Supports the LSU New Orleans Alumni Association board and volunteers, including meeting coordination, committee support, volunteer recognition, and follow-up.
• 15% Maintains accurate alumni records in Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT, builds lists and queries, and tracks event and engagement data in coordination with the Advancement Data & Stewardship Manager.
• 5% Produces periodic reports as required and performs other responsibilities as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the University and the Foundation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in event coordination, alumni relations, communications, membership, or a related field
• Strong organizational and project-coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to a high level of customer service
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Willingness to learn and use donor database systems, including Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
• Must be flexible regarding work schedule, with the ability to work evening and weekend hours for events

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in higher education alumni relations or engagement
• Experience supporting volunteers, boards, or membership programs
• Experience with event registration platforms and with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT
• Knowledge of the New Orleans and UNO/LSU New Orleans alumni community

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at LSU New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

LSU New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.