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May 06, 2026

Assistant Director, Alumni Success

Job Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: current resume, cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Business Title
Assistant Director, Alumni Success

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please complete and submit the online application and be prepared to attach 3 separate documents: current resume, cover Letter, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on the close date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number
2016336T

Department Summary
The Assistant Director of Alumni Success is a key contributor in the development and executive of innovative engagement strategies to foster lifelong connections between OHIO students and alumni. The Assistant Director will develop and promote programs and initiatives including the Alumni-Community Platform (Bobcat Network), mentorship programs, and career, life-long learning, and professional growth opportunities in support of the Ohio University Alumni Association’s and Ohio University’s strategic goals and objectives. This individual will develop and deliver programs and manage relationships that support the OUAA’s strategies for alumni success and continued engagement with Ohio University. The Assistant Director will represent the Association to a broad audience of alumni, donors, university partners, and administration. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Collaborate with OUAA leadership to develop OUAA programming for the alumni audience.
  • Develop, administer, and promote programs within the Alumni-Community Platform (Bobcat Network).
  • Develop and assess Student-Alumni Mentorship Programs.
  • Consult, collaborate, and manage relationships with external and other University partners to ensure continuity between experiences, themes, and opportunities.
  • Develop, deliver, and assess a variety of career services and programs that engage students, faculty, and alumni to meet dynamic and ongoing needs.
  • Establish policies and procedures for internal and external engagements with OUAA.
  • Maintain ongoing assessment of alumni success initiatives to ensure continuity and effectiveness.

Position Profile
Uses professional relationship building skills to identify and cultivate new individual, corporate, and institutional/foundation prospects. Engages external constituencies through programs, events, products, and services and develops customized programs to create, enhance, and sustain external relations. Cultivates relationships with alumni, donors, foundations, and corporations to support the University’s mission. Ensures the University has the resources necessary for growth and engages the community to advance its long-term goals.

Level Summary
Provides professional expertise to the University community. Serves as a resource and guide to others in the department and/or university. Completes operational tasks essential for the daily functioning of the University. Additionally, contributes to larger projects or initiatives that align with department or University goals, often collaborating across teams.

Supervisory Responsibilities
May assist in mentoring or training new employees.

Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary responsibility. May be responsible for validating transactions.

Problem Solving
Handles a variety of problems with some independence.

Independence of Action
Some supervision; able to work independently on routine tasks.

Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and shares knowledge.

Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3-5 years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Department
Alumni Relations

Pay Rate
Target hiring range for this role is $43,888.00 to $51,377.00 and the final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position.

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Pay Grade
15

Pay Range
$43,888.00-$62,459.00

FLSA Status
Exempt

Job Category
Administrative at-will appointment

Employment Type
full-time regular

Job Family
Development & Inst. Advancement

Job Sub Family
External Relations

Job Level
IC2

Job Open Date
05/04/2026

Posting End Date
05/20/2026

Planning Unit
Vice President for University Advancement

Work Schedule
This position works year-round and is typically expected to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some after hours, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Flexplace and flextime arrangements may be available for this position.
Additional expectations: The successful candidate will have the willingness and ability to travel for events and programs.

Months
12 month

Campus
Athens

Expected hours worked per week
40.00

Expected duration of assignment

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Bo Richardson, richarr3@ohio.edu 740-593-1908

Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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