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Director, Alumni Engagement

UC San Diego
Oakland, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2025

Director, Alumni Engagement - TP134750

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Job Description

Filing Deadline : Mon 3 / 24 / 2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego's Temporary Employment Services department is excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced Engagement Officer to develop and implement strategic initiatives that foster meaningful connections between alumni, students, and the university.

The Director, Alumni Engagement is responsible for designing and managing student and alumni engagement programs, cultivating alumni affinity groups, and strengthening alumni relationships with UC San Diego through leadership, service, advocacy, and philanthropy. This role reports to the Senior Director of Alumni Engagement and Volunteer Management and works collaboratively with development officers, Alumni Relations colleagues, and Advancement partners to enhance alumni involvement.

Key Responsibilities :

Alumni and Student Engagement :

  • Develop and manage creative alumni affinity groups, including Faculty-Staff Alumni and cultural affinity groups, to foster long-term connections with UC San Diego.
  • Plan, implement, and evaluate signature alumni programs such as annual reunions, the Golden Triton Induction Ceremony, and the Triton Leaders Conference.
  • Facilitate mentorship programs that connect alumni with current students to provide career guidance and professional networking opportunities.

Strategic Communication & Program Development :

  • Develop engaging communication tools in collaboration with Alumni and Community Engagement's Marketing and Communications team to promote programs and share key updates.
  • Conceptualize and deliver large-scale engagement initiatives that inspire alumni participation.
  • Serve as a key contributor to campus-wide events, including Convocation, Family Weekend, and Commencement.
  • Collaboration & Partnership Building :

  • Work closely with UC San Diego Alumni and the Alumni Association's Board of Directors to advance alumni involvement in university initiatives.
  • Partner with Advancement and campus departments to align alumni engagement with areas of interest and expertise (e.g., mentoring, regional clubs, athletics, speaking engagements, volunteer programs).
  • Collaborate with the Career Center to develop career development and professional networking opportunities for alumni.
  • Act as a strategic liaison between affinity groups, reunion groups, and Golden Tritons, ensuring seamless communication and engagement opportunities in career advising, mentoring, student engagement, global outreach, and industry partnerships.
  • Anticipated duration : 5 months
  • Compensation : $40.90 - $44.25 / hour, including paid holidays and vacation / sick leave. Full-medical insurance also available.
  • Location : Hybrid, remote work available 2 days per week. On-site work will be at UC San Diego's main campus in La Jolla.
  • Work schedule : Mon - Fri, 8 : 00 - 4 : 30 PM.
  • QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strong experience in alumni engagement, program development, or community outreach.
  • Ability to develop innovative engagement strategies that inspire long-term alumni connections.
  • Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills to work with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong communication skills to craft compelling messaging for alumni engagement initiatives.
  • Experience managing events, mentorship programs, or large-scale engagement campaigns.
  • Ability to navigate complex policies and sensitive situations while maintaining strong alumni relationships.
  • SPECIAL CONDITIONS

    Background check required.

    Pay Transparency Act

    Annual Full Pay Range : $85,400 - $156,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

    Hourly Equivalent : $40.90 - $75.10

    Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

    If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

    To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

    UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

    For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

    For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

    UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

    Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

    a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
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