Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Point Loma Nazarene University • San Diego, CA

1d • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

PLNU is seeking a relational and organized Alumni Engagement Coordinator to help foster meaningful connections between alumni and the university community. This role supports alumni engagement initiatives through events, volunteer coordination, communications, and student-alumni connections that strengthen lifelong relationships with Point Loma Nazarene University.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Communications, Business, Public Relations, or similar) required
• 1-2 years of increasingly responsible leadership experience required, preferably in a non-profit or higher education setting
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with volunteers, students, and campus partners
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to speak publicly
• Positive, friendly disposition and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with alumni, faculty, staff, students, and the general public
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to use independent judgment in prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines while experiencing frequent interruptions
• Strong computer skills: Windows, Word, Excel, Google Suite
• Ability to occasionally travel as well as work evenings and weekends as needed
• Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with Community Life Covenant.
• The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred
• PLNU alumnus/alumna preferred
• Experience utilizing a database/CRM is greatly preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as a welcoming and responsive point of contact for alumni through email, phone, events, and engagement opportunities
• Support alumni volunteer engagement efforts, including reunion committees, ambassadors, mentors, and speakers
• Assist in the planning and execution of alumni events, including Homecoming, reunions, and regional gatherings
• Coordinate and support alumni recognition initiatives, including the Alumni Brick program and Alumni Cottage engagement efforts
• Help manage RSVP processes, event logistics, communications, and attendee engagement for alumni programming
• Coordinate engagement activities and support programming for the Student Alumni Ambassador (SAA) program
• Collaborate with Advancement and Marketing teams to support alumni communications, newsletters, and promotional content
• Assist with alumni data updates, inbox management, constituent communication, and verification efforts
• Build relationships with student leaders to strengthen connections between current students and the alumni community
• Represent PLNU at local and regional alumni events, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to support alumni engagement and advancement initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of University Advancement programs and events

Benefits

• health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year.
• opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level