Program Manager - Alumni Networking and Engagement
Salary
$55,141.00 - $64,871.00 Annually
Location
Main Campus - Orem
Job Type
FT Exempt Salaried Staff
Job Number
FY2605946
Division
VP Institutional Advancement
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
6/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply
Resume
Applicant Support
1-855-524-5627
Support@schooljobs.com
Position Announcement
Utah Valley University is seeking a collaborative and strategic professional to serve as Program Manager, Alumni Networks & Alumni Engagement. This role plays a key part in strengthening lifelong connections between UVU and its alumni by developing meaningful industry networks, career-connected programming, and engaging events across the university's colleges and schools. The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values data-informed decision-making, and is passionate about creating opportunities that connect alumni, students, faculty, and the broader community in support of UVU's mission.
Summary of Responsibilities
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in a directly related field and two years of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR a combination of education and/or experience totaling six years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in Alumni Relations or Higher Education is preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge: Knowledge of event planning principles and best practices, including vendor coordination, logistics, and on-site event management. Familiarity with alumni engagement strategies and higher education advancement, including confidentiality standards and giving principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working across digital platforms and alumni engagement tools.
Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with alumni, campus partners, students, faculty, and community stakeholders. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple events and initiatives simultaneously, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget. Ability to use data and metrics to inform programming decisions and measure progress toward engagement goals. Experience managing program budgets, tracking expenditures, identifying trends, and making projections.
Abilities: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Ability to build trust and rapport with a wide range of individuals, demonstrating professionalism and follow-through. Strong problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset. Ability to prepare and present program and budget reports. Commitment to the values of Utah Valley University: Exceptional Care, Exceptional Accountability, and Exceptional Results.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.
UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.
Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:
For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.
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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as outlined? Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in a directly related field and two years of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR a combination of education and/or experience totaling six years.
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Do you have previous experience working in Alumni Relations?
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Do you have prior experience working in higher education?
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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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What is your highest level of education?
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Employer Utah Valley University
Address 800 W. University Parkway
Orem, Utah, 84058
Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627
Website http://www.uvu.edu
Utah Valley University was established in 1941 as Central Utah Vocational School (CUVS) with the primary function of providing war production training. CUVS was part of the Provo School District located in south Provo. The institution received a state appropriation in March 1945 of $50,000 to operate for the 1945-1947 biennium. In 1947, the school received funding as a permanent state institution. A new site for the school was acquired on University Avenue in Provo in 1948; in the 1952, the state appropriated funding for the first construction on that site. As enrollments grew, the state acquired over 185 acres in southwest Orem and the first building was completed in 1977. Today, the University’s facilities consist of a combined total of 412 acres with 50 buildings with campuses in Orem, Provo, and Heber City and property in Vineyard and at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi.