"Associate Director of Alumni Outreach"

Job Summary

The Associate Director of Alumni Outreach is to serve as a staff liaison for various alumni chapters and assist with the creation of alumni chapters and other affiliated groups as well as assist with admission programs. The Associate Director will also assist with all Outreach communication pieces. This position will serve as the primary liaison from the Office of Alumni Relations for ODU commencement ceremonies held bi-annually and the annual NPHC Reunion held each year during Homecoming. The position will report to the Director of Alumni Relations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or a Bachelor’s degree with the experience equivalent to an advanced degree. Degree in Higher Education, Volunteer Management or Non-profit Management is preferred.
• Demonstrated exceptional communication skills, including the ability to give presentations to diverse audiences through a variety of media and means.
• A proactive approach to work effectively with administration, faculty, volunteers, alumni and students.
• Demonstrated experience with LinkedIn, Raisers Edge or similar software, Microsoft Office and an online event registration system such as Anthology.
• Personal initiative and ability to work independently, while at the same time contributing to overall team goals.
• Ability to work nights and weekends in support of alumni association and office events both on and off campus.
• Valid Driver’s license with insurable record.
• Considerable experience in higher education, ideally in alumni relations, development or public relations or other non-profit management – based position.
• Experience in working with volunteers, individually and with boards/leadership teams as well as event planning skills.

Preferred Qualifications

(Not specified in detail)

Conditions of Employment

(Not specified in detail)

Job Open Date

08/22/2025

Application Review Date

09/22/2025

Job Close Date

09/21/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

(Not specified in detail)

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

University Advancement at Old Dominion University serves as the outreach arm of the institution and works closely with alumni, government officials, community leaders, donors and the media. The Office oversees a wide range of responsibilities including alumni relations, development, donor relations, and foundations.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.