Senior Director, Alumni Engagement & Advancement

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Director of Alumni Engagement for BU Law to shape and execute a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy across a global alumni network of 25,000+ members.

The role reports to the Assistant Dean of Advancement and focuses on growing volunteerism, engaging diverse alumni, and aligning programs with fundraising goals. Occasional travel and after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7–10 years of experience in alumni relations or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic alumni engagement initiatives aligned with institutional goals.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to engage, motivate, and collaborate with diverse alumni, volunteers, faculty, and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive BU Law's alumni volunteer opportunities, including oversight of the BU Law Executive Committee and Young Alumni Committee.
• Build a dynamic, mission-driven volunteer network across BU Law, BU central Advancement, and the broader legal community.
• Oversee planning of a robust calendar of alumni events locally, nationally, and globally; co-lead Alumni Weekend.
• Collaborate with faculty, Career Development Office, and Admissions to develop new alumni engagement pathways.
• Partner with BU Law fundraising team to ensure alumni engagement feeds philanthropic goals.
• Set annual goals and metrics; use data to refine programming and report outcomes.
• Supervise the Assistant Director of Alumni Relations and the Alumni Relations Communications Associate.

Skills

Alumni relations

Supervisory experience

Strategic initiatives

Relationship-building

Project management

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Boston University is seeking a Director of Alumni Engagement for BU Law to shape and execute a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy across a global alumni network of 25,000+ members.

The role reports to the Assistant Dean of Advancement and focuses on growing volunteerism, engaging diverse alumni, and aligning programs with fundraising goals. Occasional travel and after-hours work may be required.