Assistant Director, Alumni Engagement

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Build and implement strategy for alumni engagement, outreach, and recruitment efforts .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesLead💰 $56,300 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in alumni engagement strategy, program planning, and recruitment efforts, with strong capabilities in communication and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Alumni Engagement StrategyProgram Planning And ImplementationData InterpretationCRM And Recruitment TechnologyUndergraduate Admissions Experience

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Hard Skills

Event PlanningVolunteer ManagementData ValidationAdmissions Policy CounselingBudget Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationConflict ResolutionInterpersonal CommunicationPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Alumni OutreachRecruitment EffortsDonor RelationsUniversity AdvancementStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and implement strategy for alumni engagement, outreach, and recruitment efforts
Plan, execute, and evaluate alumni engagement activities, events, and programs
Recruit, manage, and train alumni volunteers
Create, edit, and maintain digital communications and training media
Develop short- and long-term engagement plans
Build relationships with external and campus partners, University Advancement, and the Alumni Association
Foster connections with alumni and donors
Represent Ohio State at select outreach activities
Manage donor-hosted admissions events and coordinate event materials
Conduct event and program evaluation and assessment
Use prospective student data to support outreach and recruitment efforts
Manage volunteer and donor information, communications activity, data validation, and electronic workflows
Counsel students, families, university departments, and stakeholders on admissions policies and procedures
Conduct large- and small-group presentations
Research and resolve problems
Review domestic, international, transfer, and special-population applications and make admissions recommendations
Assist with on- and off-campus recruitment events and projects
Participate in Undergraduate Admissions committees and complete special assignments
Manage designated operational budgets and coordinate officewide policies and best practices
Work with internal and external partners and serve in place of the associate director at designated meetings and programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field
4 years of relevant experience required
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and resolve conflicts
Experience with program planning and implementation
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
Early morning, evening and weekend hours required
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process
Desired: 4-8 years of relevant experience
Advanced degree in relevant field desirable
Professional experience at a college or university in recruitment
Experience in undergraduate admissions at a large university
Demonstrated knowledge of data interpretation
Knowledge of CRM and other recruitment technology platforms
Current resume and cover letter required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular position
40 scheduled hours
First shift
Equal opportunity employment, including veterans and disability