Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

University Of Idaho; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Idaho Foundation Alumni Relations seeks an Assistant Director to lead student and young alumni engagement, partnering with campus colleagues to create meaningful, lifelong connections and experiences.

The role focuses on career connection, identity development and building a cohesive Vandal community through signature programs and cross-campus collaboration.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in program development, engagement, event planning or relationship management.
• Experience coordinating and executing programs or initiatives.
• Experience working collaboratively with partners or stakeholders.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement initiatives and programming to drive student and young alumni engagement.
• Develop and support career-focused engagement opportunities.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus partners, faculty, student organizations and alumni volunteers.
• Travel as required and work nonstandard hours as needed.
• Supervise staff as needed.

Skills

Program development

Event planning

Relationship management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

Position Title Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

Division/College

Division/College University Foundation

Department

Department Alumni Relations

Location

Location Moscow

Posting Context Statement

The University of Idaho Foundation Alumni Relations team seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Assistant Director of Student & Young Alumni Engagement. Reporting to the Senior Director of Alumni Relations, this role strengthens the lifelong Vandal journey by creating meaningful connections between students, young alumni and the university community. Through leadership of signature traditions and programs like Homecoming, Parent & Family Weekend, Vandal Walk and Graduates of the Last Decade ( GOLD ) engagement, this position fosters pride, belonging and lasting alumni involvement. The Assistant Director will lead student-focused initiatives, supervise a team member and partner across campus to strengthen the Vandal community.

Position Overview

This position leads engagement initiatives across the student-to-alumni transition, with a focus on career connection, identity development and long-term community building. The Assistant Director works collaboratively with Alumni Relations colleagues, campus partners and other stakeholders to deliver a cohesive, coordinated and meaningful constituent experience.

• Design and implement initiatives and programming to drive student and young alumni engagement
• Develop and support career‑focused engagement opportunities
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus partners, faculty, student organizations and alumni volunteers
• Two years of experience in program development, engagement, event planning or relationship management
• Experience coordinating and executing programs or initiatives
• Experience working collaboratively with partners or stakeholders
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Required Education

Required Other

• Ability to travel
• Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include weekends and holidays
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles

Additional Preferred

• Demonstrated interest in engagement, events or higher education
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute strategic ideas
• Experience in alumni relations, higher education or student engagement
• Developing programs for students or early career professionals
• Analyzing participation data and improving programs based on insights
• Experience in event planning and coordination
• Supervising staff

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 25 pounds
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for long periods of time

Degree Requirement

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employee Category

Employee Category Exempt

Pay Range

Pay Range $60,000 or higher, commensurate with experience

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE

1

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Funding

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/28/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Letter of Qualification

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • Professional Listservs (Ex: NACUBO, AAAE, ISMC, etc.)
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  • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
• * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No