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Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

Boston University
  • Boston, MA
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    Assistant Director of Alumni Relations

    Category

    Boston University Medical Campus --> Professional

    Job Location

    Boston, MA, United States

    Tracking Code

    26501032170818

    Posted Date

    8/26/2026

    Salary Grade

    Grade 48

    Expected Hiring Range Minimum

    $71,925.00

    Expected Hiring Range Maximum

    $93,375.00

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University''s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

    Position Type

    Full-Time/Regular

    The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations at the School serves as a key member of the Alumni Relations team, contributing to strategies that expand a culture of engagement, participation, and philanthropy for a diverse alumni and student population across MD, PhD and Master''s programs. The primary responsibilities are to build lasting relationships and develop and manage strategies to encourage student and alumni participation (attendance and philanthropy) and recruit and steward volunteers. The position works collaboratively with the School Development team, Boston University''s central Alumni Relations, Communications and Engagement (ARCE) team, School leadership and various departments to strengthen connections between the School with alumni and students while advancing engagement and fundraising goals.

    Required Skills

    • Bachelor''s degree with 3 years professional experience in alumni relations, higher education advancement or related donor/stakeholder engagement roles, 2+ years of management experience.
    • Demonstrated experience within an academic health professions educational setting preferred
    • Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple programs, prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
    • Proven experience in developing good working relationships up, down and across an organization, and in strong verbal and written communication with a broad range of audiences
    • Commitment to relationship building and stakeholder management
    • Event management, project coordination and demonstrated ability to effectively motivate, train and support colleagues and volunteers
    • Data analysis and reporting
    • Able to work independently and collaboratively on a team
    • Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends and willingness to travel
    • Technical expertise in Microsoft Office and alumni database management

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1 to 9 employees
    Websitehttp://www.bu.edu/

    About Company

    Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.

    Skills

    • Alumni Relationsunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Database Administrationunmatched
    • Donor Relationsunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Event Managementunmatched
    • Fundraisingunmatched
    • Geneticsunmatched
    • Health Educationunmatched
    • Higher Educationunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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