Student and Alumni Services Coordinator– School of Music

Duquesne University•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Alumni and Student Engagement Coordinator serves as a vital liaison between the Mary Pappert School of Music, its alumni, and current students. This role strengthens alumni engagement through relationship-building, storytelling, event participation, and donor cultivation, while also providing essential support services to enrolled students. Additionally, the position coordinates student funding opportunities and contributes to the planning and execution of key School of Music events.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 1-3 years of work-related experience.
Current PA Driver’s license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in music, arts administration, higher education or related field from an accredited institution.
Experience in alumni relations, fundraising, student services, or event coordination strongly preferred.
Higher Ed Experience
Work in arts administration or in an arts related organization
Familiarity with music or performing arts education strongly preferred.
Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to continuously learn and integrate new technologies that support evolving institutional needs.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
Demonstrated commitment to respect, inclusivity, teamwork, and understanding.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

Responsibilities

Builds and maintains a strong network of alumni connections to foster lifelong engagement with the School of Music.
Coordinates the School of Music Alumni Advisory Council and cultivate relationships with graduates to promote new membership.
Collect and share professional highlights, achievements, and stories of current students as well as graduates of promotional and advancement purposes.
Partners with faculty and staff to involve alumni in concerts, receptions, and university-wide events such as Homecoming, DUQ Days, and Christmas at Duquesne.
Assists school leadership and staff with alumni-focused aspects of concert planning, fundraising, community engagement, and communications.
Collaborates with University Advancement staff to support fundraising initiatives, cultivating alumni as potential donors, sponsors, and advocates for the School of Music.
Administers the School of Music micro-grant program and manage the allocation of endowed funding for student academic and professional expenses.
Provides the Music Student Success Coach with administrative support during periods of high demand within each semester, such as course registration.
Supports the Hire-a-Musician program by updating artists profiles on the school website, collecting and vetting new memberships, and maintaining database accuracy.
Collaborates with school leadership and staff to plan and execute School of Music events, including but not limited to orientation, open houses, receptions, and more.
Supports music education and music therapy students in obtaining required clearances.
Manages student-teacher placements and maintain the cooperating-teacher database.
Completes other duties as assigned.