Alumni Engagement & Donor Events Specialist

UWMIL University of Wisconsin Milwaukee; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous leave policy

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is seeking an Event Specialist to support planning, coordination, and execution of Advancement events, strengthening alumni and donor relationships. The role emphasizes strong organization, customer service, and the ability to manage multiple events concurrently.

Reporting to the Advancement Event Manager, you will help with signature events, campus celebrations, and donor stewardship, with occasional evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience supporting events, programs, customer service, hospitality, alumni relations, fundraising, marketing, or related work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and logistics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of annual Advancement events, alumni engagement events, donor recognition events, and campus celebrations.
• Coordinate event logistics including timelines, reservations, catering, signage, parking, registration, and vendor communication.
• Assist with setup, staffing, guest check-in, troubleshooting, and post‑event wrap-up.
• Maintain detailed planning documents, schedules, supply lists, and run‑of‑show materials.
• Collaborate across University Advancement and campus partners, representing the department professionally at events.

Skills

Event planning

Project coordination

Customer service

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is seeking an Event Specialist to support planning, coordination, and execution of Advancement events, strengthening alumni and donor relationships. The role emphasizes strong organization, customer service, and the ability to manage multiple events concurrently.

Reporting to the Advancement Event Manager, you will help with signature events, campus celebrations, and donor stewardship, with occasional evenings and weekends required.