Alumni Programs Coordinator

Position Title: Alumni Programs Coordinator

Position Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Location: Los Angeles

Salary: $50,000

Start: March 2025

About America On Tech:

America On Tech is an award-winning, early pipeline technology talent accelerator on a mission to prepare the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities . To date, we have worked with 5,000 and have provided them with our tuition-free courses and help provide work-based internship and learning programs to promote the advancement of underestimated students into technology pathways. Founded in 2014, AOT’s work has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The Huffington Post, TechCrunch, BET and other leading publications. AOT has also been awarded by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Wells Fargo.

Who We Are Looking For: 

We are currently looking for an Alumni Programs Coordinator who will work closely with regional program teams to build and support programming for our alumni community across all AOT regions.  The ideal Alumni Programs Coordinator is excited about forging meaningful relationships with our alumni and is skilled in building programming opportunities that meet our alumni community’s diverse needs. 

Your day-to-day will include working directly with our alumni and families, corporate partners, volunteers, and AOT team members to ensure the success of alumni programming.  This is a great opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic professional looking to help shape the vision of a promising non-profit and who is inspired by the potential of students. Successful candidates for this role are solutions-oriented, data loving, entrepreneurial and passionate about supporting young adults. The ideal candidate is able to balance systems and big-picture thinking with the operationalization of tasks and an eye for detail.

The Alumni Programs Coordinator will report to the National Director of Alumni Programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Alumni Outreach and Relationship-Building:

• Support the development and implementation of outreach and communication strategy to maintain regular contact with all AOT alumni.

• Support the design and execution of an engagement strategy that will connect alumni to programs and events that support AOT’s mission.

• Connect regularly with high school programs teams to build strategic relationships with students before they graduate from our programs across all regions.

Program Development:

• Develop a strong program culture for alumni and all program supporters.

• Develop program wide and individualized action plans to support alumni in pursuing tech pathways.

• Manage the Peer Mentor Program on an annual basis, including hiring, professional development, and ongoing programmatic support in all regions.

• Lead alumni programming initiatives, including but not limited to alumni summits and gatherings, alumni newsletters and outreach campaigns according to program metrics and OKRs.

• Maintain relationships with companies and other partners who can provide internship and FT employment opportunities and resources to alumni.

• Regularly assess programs for impact, making strategic adjustments as necessary.

Data Collection & Evaluation:

• Evaluate and report on alumni programming by administering surveys to alumni, partners, and volunteers, including AOT’s Annual Alumni Survey.

• Develop systems to collect, track, and maintain accurate records of student and alumni personal information, including post-high school education and career information.

• Support the evaluation of policies and data practices to ensure program goals are achieved.

• Compile regular reports on alumni program outcomes for both internal and external dissemination.

General

• As part of a growing organization, contribute toward the development of standard operating procedures in all areas of business, and continue to find new ways to improve quality and efficiency.

• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities that align with the role and support the organization’s mission and goals as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, nonprofit management, program development, communications, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.

• 3 years of experience in alumni relations, program development, education, or nonprofit management.

• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing engagement strategies and programming.

• Familiarity with managing mentorship or volunteer programs is a plus.

• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with alumni, program participants, partners, and other stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster a sense of community and program culture.

• Experience leading and managing programs, including planning events and initiatives that align with organizational goals.

• Ability to create strategic action plans tailored to individual needs and group goals.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create newsletters, reports, and outreach campaigns.

• Public speaking experience and comfort engaging diverse audiences.

• Strong skills in data management, analysis, and reporting, with experience using CRM systems or databases to track program outcomes.

• Ability to assess program impact and make strategic adjustments to meet goals.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Detail-oriented and capable of developing and implementing standard operating procedures.

• Passionate about supporting students and alumni in pursuing educational and career pathways in technology.

• Solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt to evolving program needs.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

• Open to feedback, continuous learning, and improvement of policies and practices.

• Able to commit to a hybrid work schedule which currently entails 1 required full day/week in office in addition to other in-person programming needs (in-person program sessions, program events, etc.).

Benefits of Working at America On Tech:

• Hybrid work model (1 - 2 days in-person); note that additional in-person days will be expected, based on programmatic needs.  These in-person days can include evening hours, particularly during the school year, and will be communicated in advance for scheduling purposes.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• 20 paid vacation days per year

• 2 week holiday vacation at the end of the year 

• 10 organizational holidays per year

• 1 PTO day for your birthday

• 56 hours of paid sick time

• 3% 401K Match (after one year)

All applicants will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.

Salary : $50,000