Alumni Relations Officer

New Mexico State University Foundation Inc; Mesilla Park (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico State University Foundation Inc. seeks an Alumni Relations Officer to identify and coordinate alumni engagement opportunities and to support fundraising efforts. You will develop, strengthen and implement alumni programs and major events such as homecomings and reunions.

The role requires travel, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse groups while managing budgets and measuring program success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.
• Energetic, innovative and service‑oriented with a can‑do attitude.
• Willing to travel regionally, nationally and internationally.
• Access to reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of data management techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to plan, organize and facilitate a range of events.
• Ability to develop, prepare and deliver education programs for alumni.
• Ability to train and motivate volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of alumni programs and services, planning and executing initiatives.
• Develops programs and projects to promote alumni relations, including mentorship and student engagement.
• Plans special events like homecomings and reunions.
• Develops and presents educational programs for alumni through lectures, seminars and webinars.
• Conducts volunteers training.
• Communicates opportunities for alumni participation via calls, emails and correspondence.
• Establishes partnerships with colleges, schools and other constituencies.
• Supports current programs and identifies new opportunities with Foundation staff.
• Prepares and maintains program budgets and evaluates metrics.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Event planning

Volunteer training

Data management

Education program development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Classification Title: Alumni Relations Officer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: AVP of Alumni Relations & Annual Giving

About Us:

Established in 1959, the Foundation is a privately governed nonprofit corporation whose mission is to support New Mexico State University. The Foundation consistently strives for trust, accountability and excellence in its constituent relationships by promoting the values of fiduciary duties, leadership, teamwork, and the highest standard of ethics among its employees and volunteers. The Foundation is committed to upholding and preserving public and private trust while at the same time protecting the privacy of donors and employees, and the confidentiality of its competitive strategies.

We Believe In

Integrity

Do the right thing - always

Accountability

Be responsible for your actions, decisions and outcomes

Teamwork

Work collaboratively with trust, respect, and shared responsibility, to achieve a common goal.

Growth

The ongoing process of evolving, improving, and reaching new potential – individually, as a team, and as an organization

Grit

The relentless drive to overcome obstacles, stay focused, and pursue long-term goals.

Job Summary:

The Alumni Relations Officer identifies and coordinates opportunities for meaningful and unique engagement of alumni and friends for the NMSU Foundation. The Alumni Relations Officer assists in cultivating and broadening alumni interest in and financial support of the Foundation and develops, strengthens, and implements alumni programs and plans and implements major events, such as homecoming and reunions.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates all aspects of Alumni related programs and services to include the planning, development, and execution of programs.


• Develops and coordinates programs and projects to promote alumni relations including educational programs such as mentorship, and student engagement activities.


• Plans and coordinates special events, including alumni and volunteer recognition events, receptions, homecoming, and reunions.


• Develops and presents educational programs for alumni, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and webinars.


• Conducts volunteers training.


• Communicates opportunities for participation to alumni and friends by regular engagement through telephone calls, emails and other correspondence.


• Establishes and enhances partnerships with colleges, schools, and other constituencies.


• Works in conjunction with other Foundation staff to support current programs and identify new opportunities.


• Prepares and maintains programs budgets.


• Establishes and evaluates successful program metrics.

Requirements

Minimum Required Education, Knowledge, & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline appropriate to the position.


• An energetic, well-grounded, innovative, service-oriented personality and calculated risk taker with a bias for action, a record of setting and surpassing objectives, and the proven “can do” attitude and drive to execute strategies and produce results beyond expectations.


• Must be willing to travel regionally, nationally and internationally.


• Must have access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.


• Knowledge of data management techniques.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.


• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Database management skills.


• Ability to plan, organize, and facilitate a range of special events.


• Ability to develop, prepare, and deliver effective education programs, seminars and workshops relating to Alumni Relations.


• Ability to train and motivate volunteers.