Alumni Coordinator

Company: Arizona State University
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Profile: Alumni Engagement Specialist 3 Job Family: Alumni Engagement Time Type: Full time Max Pay – Depends on experience: $55,000.00 USD Annual Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Description: ASU Health seeks a creative, energetic and collaborative individual to join its strategic marketing and communications team as Alumni Engagement Coordinator for the College of Health Solutions and the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. The Alumni Engagement Coordinator will create and manage an alumni engagement program to establish, cultivate, and strengthen relationships between the academic units and their alumni. The ideal candidate will enjoy planning and implementing new programs, generating new ideas, writing and developing communications materials and collaborating with others to ensure success. The Alumni Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Integrated Brand, Marketing and Communications, and will work closely with faculty and staff members in the areas of development, events, student success, alumni engagement at the Outreach Hub, the ASU Foundation and the ASU Alumni Association. Pay: $55,000 per year Essential Duties: Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to foster relationships with alumni and increase engagement between the academic unit and alumni. Assist with the planning, coordination and implementation of activities and special events for ASU Health alumni. Establish, manage and foster alumni board to advance ASU alumni and academic initiatives. Plan and coordinate alumni communications, including writing/editing of content for email, newsletters, social media and other materials. Arrange and conduct interviews with alumni; write and edit stories for alumni publications. Recruit and manage alumni and student participation in Alumni Mentorship Program while maintaining participant engagement and program growth. Develop and maintain alumni content on the academic units’ websites. Provide information, assistance and guidance to alumni. Represent the academic units on university committees and serve as the liaison to the ASU Foundation, Alumni Engagement at the Outreach Hub and ASU Alumni Association on matters related to alumni. Update and maintain alumni information in the alumni database. Performs tasks related to alumni relations, such as marketing, development of projects and implementation of goals. Serve as a liaison between the College and various alumni constituencies across ASU to build positive relationships. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts Regular review of completed tasks Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds (medium) Use critical thinking to make decisions and/or analyze and report data/results of tests conducted Deliver presentations Work both independently and within a complex structured team Use office equipment Use an ASU or personal vehicle to travel to different campuses Other duties as assigned. Desired Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to build and manage programs and develop strategies to achieve operating goals. Demonstrated ability to plan and design events. Experience with project management, organization and timeline management. Experience planning, coordinating and writing communication campaigns. Experience managing volunteers within a higher education or nonprofit setting. Experience working in higher education. Experience in using attention to detail and follow through. Knowledge of accepted standards of courtesy, etiquette, social sense and personal demeanor. Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality. Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with faculty, staff and others as appropriate. Ability to be flexible and adapt as new situations arise. Familiarity with alumni relations and advancement in a higher education setting. Evidence of a graduate of Arizona State University. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions Use of basic math and a calculator Working Environment: Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk (moderate) distances to perform work May be required to work (weekends, evenings, nights as needed) May be required to perform tasks in the field within and/or across University campuses Will be required to travel (for events, between campuses) Position may involve shared offices/space The primary work location is the Downtown Phoenix campus, but a presence on other campuses or at off-campus locations may be required. Department Statement: ASU Health brings together the nation’s most innovative university and its large, diverse, and interdisciplinary ecosystem to address the health needs of Arizona and the nation. Through bold initiatives that transform health care delivery, embrace technology to improve health outcomes, and expand the health workforce, ASU Health is reimagining how care is designed, taught, and experienced. ASU Health includes the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering, the School of Technology for Public Health, the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, the College of Health Solutions, the Medical Master’s Institute, the Health Observatory at ASU, and ASU Clinics. Join us and you’ll be part of a team that is redefining health care — from clinic to community, from research to practice — and making real impact for individuals, families, and populations today and for the future. Driving Requirement: This position may require driving. Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment. Location: Off-Campus: Phoenix Funding: No Federal Funding Instructions to Apply: Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub. Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on. https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$19710.htmld To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter Resume or CV Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name. Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered. Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact HR Talent Acquisition before the posting close date to request edits. Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience. Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete. ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf . You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources . Employment Verification Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Background Check Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check. Fingerprint Check Statement: A fingerprint check is not required for this position.

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