Director of Alumni Engagement & Networks

Washington University in St. Louis; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Director of Alumni Networks to lead regional engagement across the university’s advancement ecosystem. You will design programs with university leaders, volunteers, and alumni to foster pride and ongoing involvement.

You will oversee events, manage volunteers, and collaborate with ACE and Alumni Networks leadership to align programs with university goals while expanding WashU’s influence in key regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years relevant experience in alumni networks or nonprofit contexts.
• Experience planning higher-ed or nonprofit events.
• Volunteer management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of established alumni networks within assigned regions to build a strong WashU presence.
• Manage in-person and virtual events including strategy, planning, and execution.
• Secure event space and work with external vendors.
• Provide direction to administrative staff who will assist with event logistics.
• Coordinate travel schedules for university leaders and faculty.
• Create follow-up plans for constituents.
• Draft remarks for volunteer leaders and provide event summaries and analysis.
• Travel frequently to lead the execution of in-person events and programs.
• Identify, cultivate, and train volunteers.

Skills

Donor relations

Event planning

Communication

Project administration

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Organization

Social engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Director of Alumni Networks to lead regional engagement across the university’s advancement ecosystem. You will design programs with university leaders, volunteers, and alumni to foster pride and ongoing involvement.

You will oversee events, manage volunteers, and collaborate with ACE and Alumni Networks leadership to align programs with university goals while expanding WashU’s influence in key regions.