Alumni Programs Specialist

CSU Careers • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Job Summary Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Constituent Relations, the Alumni Programs Specialist develops, coordinates, and implements a variety of programs, events that foster meaningful connections and steward alumni and special constituent groups. This position supports the strategic goals of the CSULB Office of Alumni Engagement by delivering high-impact engagement opportunities that promote lifelong affiliation, volunteerism, career networking, and philanthropic support. Working collaboratively with alumni volunteers, university departments, and external partners, the Specialist plans and executes both in-person and virtual programs that strengthen the student-to-alumni pathway, engage mid-career alumni, and build the alumni giving pipeline, while evaluating and reporting on program outcomes and impact.

Requirements

• Ability to create contact reports and post any significant information in the Advance database.
• Ability to use judgment and discretion in all areas of responsibility.
• Knowledge and proven experience with coordinating and implementing program and events.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across campus and external communities.
• Knowledge and experience with fundraising at an institution of higher education.
• Knowledge and experience with cultivating and stewarding alumni at an institution of higher education.
• Familiarity with CASE Alumni Engagement Metrics or similar frameworks.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strategic thinking and a passion for building alumni pride and connection.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills (Spanish, Tagalog, or other language relevant to CSULB alumni base) is preferred.
• Experience in event planning, volunteer management, cross-cultural engagement, alumni or advancement work in higher education, and familiarity with interactive databases is preferred.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate the successful completion of alumni events and or programs within time and budget constraints preferred.
• Valid CA Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of key alumni engagement initiatives that strengthen lifelong connections between alumni and the university.
• This role leads signature alumni programs, manages event logistics and partnerships, and ensures alignment with institutional goals and alumni engagement metrics.
• Creates and updates content for event promotions, newsletter, social media, email campaigns, and program websites in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Alumni Communications.
• Ensure accurate, timely information across platforms to promote the alumni brand, enhance visibility, and increase awareness of engagement opportunities.
• Serves as liaison to alumni program volunteers, support recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing engagement.
• Supports the Beach Volunteer Platform (Galaxy) to enhance participation and program impact.
• Evaluates and analyzes program and event outcomes in order to achieve programmatic goals and reports out that information.

Benefits

• Employees with a .50 FTE appointment exceeding six months and one day are eligible for full benefits.
• Eligible employees have access to this comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
• Generous Paid Time Off : Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
• Retirement Plans : Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
• Educational Benefits : Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Perks : Access to wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and various insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees