Job Details

Senior Director, Alumni Relations and Executive Director, Alumni Association

Position Number: 6454998
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Alumni Associations and Services

Senior Director, Alumni Relations and Executive Director, Alumni Association

Posting Number: SP004968P
Division/College: University Foundation
Department: Alumni Relations
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

This position reports to the Vice President for Constituency Experiences in the University of Idaho Foundation. The University of Idaho Alumni Association (UIAA) is an independent 501(3) nonprofit led by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Office of Alumni Relations (OAR) is a department within the University of Idaho Foundations Constituency Experiences unit, responsible for implementing alumni programming and managing day-to-day engagement efforts. Although legally distinct, the UIAA and OAR operate as collaborative partners under a formal service agreement with the UI Foundation with a shared mission: to foster lifelong connections between alumni and the University of Idaho.

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for fostering connections between University of Idaho and its alumni community. As a UI Foundation employee, this role oversees all activities and operations of the Alumni Office and fulfills all executive director duties for the University of Idaho Alumni Association, Inc. This position displays management, communication and relationship-building skills, as well as a commitment to advancing the mission and goals of the university and UI Foundation. The incumbent serves as a member of the UI Foundation senior leadership team and maintains strong relationships with university alumni and leaders throughout the state and region.

Duties may include:

Develop and implement a comprehensive group of alumni programs that enhance and expand the universitys relationships with its alumni
Lead and administer the Office of Alumni Relations and all affiliated organizations
Oversee Office of Alumni Relations daily operations, including staffing, budgeting and day-to-day business functions
Utilize marketing strategies to survey alumni to determine the most effective programming
Maintain and grow revenue-generating programs and affinity groups
Administer the University of Idaho Alumni Association and related boards and associations as assigned
Identify, recruit and direct alumni volunteer leaders and alumni advocates
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Eight years in a leadership role in either a non-profit or higher education organization
Five years as a manager, including setting budgets and supervising personnel
Recruiting, training, motivating and organizing the activities of volunteers
Developing, implementing and assessing strategic plans

Required Education:

Bachelors Degree

Required Other:

Ability to travel
Ability to work nonstandard business hours which may include weekends and holidays
Must possess a valid drivers license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university vehicles

Additional Preferred:

Experience in a complex higher education environment and/or alumni association or volunteer non-profit organization
Familiarity with University of Idahos history and traditions, as well as awareness of Idaho higher education issues and challenges
Experience developing, recommending and evaluating program procedures and recommending change
Professional knowledge of the University of Idaho and the state of Idaho
Experience organizing, planning, executing and evaluating special events in settings for varied audiences with various purposes
Familiarity with strategic enrollment or career services or closely related field
Experience in marketing or strategic communications in non-profit, foundation, or higher education settings

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

None

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Category: Exempt
Pay Range: $115,000 annually, or higher commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 08/04/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This in-person position is based in Moscow, Idaho. Please note that during the final stage of the search, candidates will be asked to present in a public Open Forum with the university and alumni community.

To receive first consideration, please submit a letter of qualification and current resume no later than September 2nd.

In your letter of qualification, 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/49150

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.