Community Events & Alumni Coordinator

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal•Arlington, TX

About The Position

The Community Events & Alumni Coordinator will assist in developing and leading special events and community engagement efforts for the College of Business ( COB ). The position will be responsible for major event planning, cultivating opportunities to engage with alumni, donors, and community partners. Collaborate with various campus divisions to execute alumni events and engagement strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or a related field.
Two (2) years of experience in event planning, alumni relations, community outreach, marketing, program management or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must be able to travel to events as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Higher Education or a non-profit environment with planning, promoting, and executing high-profile events.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, host, and assist with multiple major events annually (i.e. award ceremonies, conferences, banquets, and community events, etc.).
Responsible for securing space and equipment; independently coordinate terms and prices with vendors; managing budgets; coordinating technical and production aspects in partnership with Marketing Team; and making decisions regarding event set-up, design, décor and the overall attendee experience.
Assist with the College’s Calendar of Events.
Consult with College of Business academic departments on their major events by sharing vendors, creating standards of practice for COB events, and communication strategies to enhance the attendee experience.
Oversee major aspects of alumni engagement programming.
Develop creative means for alumni to connect and engage with the College.
Create and plan activities and events that foster a sense of alumni pride and engagement.
Work collaboratively with campus departments to assist in the coordination and execution of the College’s alumni relations efforts to increase participation and opportunities to cultivate relationships.
Serve as the primary point of contact for alumni customer service and other general alumni inquiries.
Promote alumni and community engagement events, campaigns, activities and opportunities using various channels managed by Marketing. Communications including website, social media, email newsletter, etc.
Assist in highlighting our alumni by sharing alumni news and success stories by partnering with members of the marketing team.
Assist in gathering alumni feedback through various surveys to further program excellence and academic rankings.
May serve on various committees; may serve as the COB representative at various community events.
Performs other duties as assigned.