Coordinate or support major milestone events, such as first day
photos, senior send-offs, and commencement-related
activities.
Direct student involvement with major alumni activities, such
as Alumni Weekend and Homecoming
Student Group Leadership
Serve as the primary advisor to the Miami University Student
Foundation, developing annual priorities, leadership succession
plans, organizational assessment, and strategic initiatives that
align with University Advancement goals.
- Lead and advise the Miami University Student Foundation (MUSF)
- our student-led organization that raises funds for student
scholarships, bridges connections with Miami University alumni, and
celebrates Miami traditions.
- Attend and support evening meetings and weekend events
Recent Alumni Engagement
Develop a comprehensive engagement strategy for alumni in their
first decade after graduation to advance participation,
volunteerism, career engagement, and philanthropy.
Develop and implement annual engagement strategies and measurable
outcomes for student and recent alumni audiences aligned with MUAA
and university THRIVE priorities.
Evaluate engagement trends and program performance to identify
opportunities, inform strategic decisions, and continuously improve
the effectiveness and impact of alumni engagement
initiatives.
- Direct efforts to maximize the involvement of recent alumni
with Miami University
- Lead programming targeted towards recent alumni: this could
include programs/tools, webinars, in-person events, conferences,
etc.
- Identify and recruit young alumni volunteers for panels,
advisory boards, and regional committees
- Coordinate with the Associate Director, Career Networks, to
maximize job, networking, and mentorship opportunities for recent
alumni
- Direct efforts to track and recognize new alumni
engagement
- Produce targeted webinars and online content
Communications & Marketing
Collaborate with Advancement Communications to develop and execute
comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that increase
awareness, participation, and affinity among students and recent
alumni.
University Advancement
Partner with Annual Giving and Development colleagues to integrate
engagement and philanthropic strategies that increase participation
and strengthen the donor pipeline among students and recent
alumni.
Develop and manage assigned program budgets, sponsorship revenue,
and vendor relationships, including external partnerships and
sponsorship opportunities that expand program reach and enhance the
long-term sustainability of student and recent alumni engagement
initiatives.
Represent the Miami University Alumni Association as a strategic
partner and ambassador, building relationships with students,
alumni, volunteers, faculty, staff, and external organizations to
advance engagement goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimun Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in alumni
relations, student engagement, volunteer management, higher
education, nonprofit leadership, or related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills,
close attention to detail, strong organizational, interpersonal,
and customer service skills, and proven leadership qualities.
- Must have the ability to problem-solve and deal diplomatically
with challenging issues, situations, and partners.
- Willingness to travel, ability to work weekends and/or extended
hours.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in volunteer management
- Experience with student and recent alumni engagement
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Miami University
Additional Position Information (if applicable)
Required Application Documents
To be considered for this position please upload a resume and cover
letter.
Special Instructions (if applicable)
None
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke-
and tobacco-free campuses.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not
a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked
by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the
convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed
here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami
University is a scholarly community whose members believe that
a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well
as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the
rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and
express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and
the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry
that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the
exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal
responsibility.
For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values,
please visit the
Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer,
encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals
with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment,
discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or
older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, military status, national origin (ancestry),
pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster
parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its
application and admission processes, educational programs and
activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests
for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to
employment should be directed to
ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and
safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to
read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report
at:
http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html
, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics,
and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to
prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and
alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This
report also contains information on programs and policies designed
to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating
violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this
website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students.
Written notification is also provided to prospective students and
employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety
Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department
at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our
Labor Law Posters webpage to access all
relevant and applicable labor law information.
