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:
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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