Job Posting:
JR101824 Director, Alumni Engagement (Open)Department:
Advancement AVP Office, PMPosition Type:
RegularOpen Date:
05-11-2026Close Date:
$100,000 - $105,000Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for the design, administration, and implementation of the University’s program for Alumni Engagement that effectively communicates with and generates support from primarily SU Alumni and secondarily from parents, students, faculty, staff, and other University constituencies.
Authority and Accountability
This position will report to the Associate Vice President Alumni Engagement & Advancement. This position currently will have two direct reports that include an Assistant Director and a Coordinator. Budgetarily this position with have considerable responsibility for budget transaction analysis. (Analyze means to separate the budget into elements and critically review budgetary data, verify figures, and develop budget proposals; recommend allocation of dollars to programs, services or departments, and study all the factors in order to determine a financial solution or outcome.)
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to a candidate who has extensive higher education leadership experience in the area of Alumni Engagement with experience working with volunteer boards. Additional skills such as use of artificial intelligence, problem solving and strategic thinking are preferred qualities of the successful candidate.
Additional Job Information:
The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.
Priority will be given to applicants who apply by May 25, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.
Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.
Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 5-7 years higher education experience in alumni engagement or related areas (enrollment, development, annual giving, stewardship)
- Leadership experience and ability to supervise staff (direct reports: Assistant Director and Coordinator)
- Budget transaction analysis and responsibility for budget proposals and allocations
- Proficient written communication, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
- Customer service orientation, innovation, and problem-solving skills
- Extensive higher education leadership experience in Alumni Engagement and experience working with volunteer boards
- Use of artificial intelligence (preferred)
- Strategic thinking (preferred)
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