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Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement is responsible for supporting efforts to strengthen and sustain lifelong relationships between the University and its alumni. Reporting to the Associate Director for External Affairs, this position contributes to the planning and execution of strategic alumni engagement initiatives, including alumni experiences, volunteer leadership development, and programming for students and young alumni. The role also supports the promotion and preservation of pride, traditions, and reinforcing alumni connection and institutional loyalty.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Plan and execute alumni events and programs that foster connection, pride, and engagement with Southern Miss, both on campus and in the community.

+ Track participation and engagement outcomes in Salesforce CRM and contribute to continuous improvement of alumni programs.

+ Recruit, train, support, and steward alumni volunteers and leaders in alignment with Southern Miss priorities, traditions, and initiatives.

+ Collaborate with regional Hubs and campus partners to ensure engagement efforts support the university's mission and goals.

+ Develop programs for recent graduates to encourage early involvement, networking, and long-term affinity with the university.

+ Manage, develop, and grow programs such as the Student Alumni Association, Alumni Ambassadors, and the GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) Council.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Job #NLX288011747