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Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

Moscow, ID

Salary Not AvailableFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

Job Description

Assistant Director, Student & Early Alumni Engagement

Posting Number: SP005430P
Division/College: University Foundation
Department: Foundation Communications & Marketing
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.
Duties will include:
  • 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
  • Analyze engagement data and feedback
  • Attend university and community events
  • Supervise staff
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Experience:
  • 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:
  • Bachelor's degree

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:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $60,000 or higher, commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:
1

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho and not offering Visa sponsorship.
To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification and current resume no later than September 17, 2026.
In your letter of qualifications ( human-resources-letter-of-qualification-template.docx ) using details and examples, please address all of the required and preferred qualifications for this position and how your experience and skills align.
If you would like to see the full job description, please contact Christy Day at cday@uidaho.edu.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52596
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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