Director of Alumni Engagement & Marketing Communications University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Marketing

Job Summary

At a glance

Another Source is partnering with University of the Pacific to recruit a Director of Alumni Engagement and Marketing Communications - an exciting opportunity to help reimagine how a university connects with its 85000 alumni community.

As Californias first university Pacific is celebrating 175 years of history and impact making this a particularly meaningful time to shape how the institution engages its alumni moving forward. This is a highly visible strategic role for someone who can move beyond high-volume communications to a more thoughtful data-driven approach that increases engagement and event participation. As a key storyteller and campus partner this individual will play a critical role in shaping alumni connection bringing together strategy creativity and analytics to drive meaningful impact.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests wed welcome the chance to connect with you.

Description: What youll be doing

Another Sources clientUniversity of the Pacific is recruitingaDirector of Alumni Engagement and Marketing Communicationsto join their team on-site in Stockton California.

About University of the Pacific:

University of the Pacific is a nationally recognized private university with a strong legacy of academic excellence innovation and community impact. With campuses in Stockton Sacramento and San Francisco Pacific serves a diverse student population and is known for its personalized education model and commitment to preparing graduates for meaningful careers and leadership.

As Californias first university Pacific is celebrating its 175-year anniversary- marking a significant moment of institutional momentum and renewed investment in alumni engagement.With an engaged alumni network of more than 85000 graduates Pacific is entering a pivotal chapter-celebrating a major institutional milestone while investing in deeper alumni connection brand storytelling and long-term philanthropic growth. This is an opportunity to help shape how a proud and growing alumni community connects with the university for years to come.

Learn more about the University of the Pacific: of Development and Alumni Relations: range for this position is$80000 $92000.
What you will be doing:
This is not a traditional marketing position-itsa strategic leadership opportunity to build and modernize how Pacific engages its alumni community. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Alumni Engagement this role serves as the chief storyteller and architect of a multi-channel engagement strategy designed to deepen alumni connection participation and long-term support.
Youlllead the development of a modern engagement ecosystem-blending data storytelling events and emerging technologies-to transform alumni into active ambassadors volunteers and donors. At a time of institutional momentum and celebration your work will directly shape how Pacific shows up to its alumni community.
How you will spend your time:
Transformative Communications & Strategy
- Architect the Narrative:Develop and implement a high-level multi-channel integratedmarketingand communications plan to inspire lifelong loyalty among current and future alumni.
- Brand Stewardship:Act as the primary guardian of the Pacific Alumni brandensuringevery campaign resonates with quality and consistency.
- Pioneer the Future:Lead the integration of AI and emerging tools toidentifyand connect with untapped alumni populations.
- Data-Driven Storytelling:Utilizeadvanced metrics and CASE standards to measure impact andoptimizeour engagementstrategies.
- Creative Innovation:Design and implement compelling programs and content across all platformsfrom high-impact events to social media and emailsto engage alumni and strengthen their connection to the university.
- Strategic Projects:Plan develop and implement programs and projects that strategically engage alumni in strengthening their relationship with the University.
Strategic Leadership & High-Impact Collaboration
- Staff Mentorship:Provide direct leadership and supervisory oversight formember(s)of the Alumni Engagement team. Additionally manage department staff and programs in the absence of the Assistant Vice President.
- Executive Liaison:Serve as a strategic partner to the Pacific Alumni Association (PAA) Board driving focused volunteer leadership and service toPacific.
- Institutional Synergy:Collaborate across campus to align alumni activities and communications with broader university goals and successful joint programming across all campuses.
- Development Synergy:Partner with Development colleagues to bridge the gap between engagement and philanthropy cultivating the next generation of Pacific donors.
The Active Experience: Events & Engagement
- You willrepresentPacificat our most vital alumni gatherings. This role requires a high-energy professional whothrivesin a dynamic environment.
- Flagship Events:Orchestrate and host signature experiences including reunions regionaleventsand committee meetings.
- Hands-On Execution:Beyond the desk this role is a physically active event-based position that focuses on the end-to-end execution of events. It involves active event setup hosting andbreak down.
- Community Connection:Foster genuine relationships by being present where alumni are whether that is on campus or at regional events.
Experience You Will Bring:
- Bachelors degree
- At least five (5) years of progressive experience in marketing communications development or alumni relations
- At least one (1) year of supervisory experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead integrated marketing and communications strategies
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
- Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment
- Knowledge of alumni engagement best practices and metrics (e.g. CASE standards)
- Experience using CRM/database tools (e.g. Blackbaud) and communication analytics
- Proven ability to lead teams develop talent and foster collaboration
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work evenings/weekends and travel as needed
Whats In ItForYou:
The University of the Pacific offers a unique and powerful set of benefits for its employees with your individual needs in mind. We know that employeescomewith differing needs that can change and grow just as you and your familys needs may change over time. A few of our benefits we like to highlight are:
- Pacific contributes 10% toward employee retirement each paycheck
- Pacific offers up to 90% tuition remission and exchange for employees and their dependents
- Pacific offers 14 paid holidays and seasonal days each year in addition to regular vacation days.
A real wow about University of the Pacifics benefits is that it also provides affordable and high-quality comprehensive benefits to support employees varied needs. We invite you to explore our Health Benefits Income Protection plans Financial Planningbenefitsand Work-Life Balance programs.
Learn more at: Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds experiences and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race color religion national origin ancestry age genetic information sex/gender marital status military and veteran status sexual orientation medical condition pregnancy gender identity gender expression or mental or physical disability or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates all hiring decisions are made based on merit selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Another Source works with their clients on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. As youread throughthe job posting and review the list of qualifications (and/or preferred) please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.
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At a glanceAnother Source is partnering with University of the Pacific to recruit a Director of Alumni Engagement and Marketing Communications - an exciting opportunity to help reimagine how a university connects with its 85000 alumni community.As Californias first university Pacific is celebrating ...

At a glance

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests wed welcome the chance to connect with you.

Description: What youll be doing

Another Sources clientUniversity of the Pacific is recruitingaDirector of Alumni Engagement and Marketing Communicationsto join their team on-site in Stockton California.

About University of the Pacific:

Learn more about the University of the Pacific: of Development and Alumni Relations: range for this position is$80000 $92000.
What you will be doing:
This is not a traditional marketing position-itsa strategic leadership opportunity to build and modernize how Pacific engages its alumni community. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Alumni Engagement this role serves as the chief storyteller and architect of a multi-channel engagement strategy designed to deepen alumni connection participation and long-term support.
Youlllead the development of a modern engagement ecosystem-blending data storytelling events and emerging technologies-to transform alumni into active ambassadors volunteers and donors. At a time of institutional momentum and celebration your work will directly shape how Pacific shows up to its alumni community.
How you will spend your time:
Transformative Communications & Strategy
- Architect the Narrative:Develop and implement a high-level multi-channel integratedmarketingand communications plan to inspire lifelong loyalty among current and future alumni.
- Brand Stewardship:Act as the primary guardian of the Pacific Alumni brandensuringevery campaign resonates with quality and consistency.
- Pioneer the Future:Lead the integration of AI and emerging tools toidentifyand connect with untapped alumni populations.
- Data-Driven Storytelling:Utilizeadvanced metrics and CASE standards to measure impact andoptimizeour engagementstrategies.
- Creative Innovation:Design and implement compelling programs and content across all platformsfrom high-impact events to social media and emailsto engage alumni and strengthen their connection to the university.
- Strategic Projects:Plan develop and implement programs and projects that strategically engage alumni in strengthening their relationship with the University.
Strategic Leadership & High-Impact Collaboration
- Staff Mentorship:Provide direct leadership and supervisory oversight formember(s)of the Alumni Engagement team. Additionally manage department staff and programs in the absence of the Assistant Vice President.
- Executive Liaison:Serve as a strategic partner to the Pacific Alumni Association (PAA) Board driving focused volunteer leadership and service toPacific.
- Institutional Synergy:Collaborate across campus to align alumni activities and communications with broader university goals and successful joint programming across all campuses.
- Development Synergy:Partner with Development colleagues to bridge the gap between engagement and philanthropy cultivating the next generation of Pacific donors.
The Active Experience: Events & Engagement
- You willrepresentPacificat our most vital alumni gatherings. This role requires a high-energy professional whothrivesin a dynamic environment.
- Flagship Events:Orchestrate and host signature experiences including reunions regionaleventsand committee meetings.
- Hands-On Execution:Beyond the desk this role is a physically active event-based position that focuses on the end-to-end execution of events. It involves active event setup hosting andbreak down.
- Community Connection:Foster genuine relationships by being present where alumni are whether that is on campus or at regional events.
Experience You Will Bring:
- Bachelors degree
- At least five (5) years of progressive experience in marketing communications development or alumni relations
- At least one (1) year of supervisory experience
- Demonstrated ability to lead integrated marketing and communications strategies
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders
- Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment
- Knowledge of alumni engagement best practices and metrics (e.g. CASE standards)
- Experience using CRM/database tools (e.g. Blackbaud) and communication analytics
- Proven ability to lead teams develop talent and foster collaboration
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work evenings/weekends and travel as needed
Whats In ItForYou:
The University of the Pacific offers a unique and powerful set of benefits for its employees with your individual needs in mind. We know that employeescomewith differing needs that can change and grow just as you and your familys needs may change over time. A few of our benefits we like to highlight are:
- Pacific contributes 10% toward employee retirement each paycheck
- Pacific offers up to 90% tuition remission and exchange for employees and their dependents
- Pacific offers 14 paid holidays and seasonal days each year in addition to regular vacation days.
A real wow about University of the Pacifics benefits is that it also provides affordable and high-quality comprehensive benefits to support employees varied needs. We invite you to explore our Health Benefits Income Protection plans Financial Planningbenefitsand Work-Life Balance programs.
Learn more at: Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination:
University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds experiences and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race color religion national origin ancestry age genetic information sex/gender marital status military and veteran status sexual orientation medical condition pregnancy gender identity gender expression or mental or physical disability or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates all hiring decisions are made based on merit selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Another Source works with their clients on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. As youread throughthe job posting and review the list of qualifications (and/or preferred) please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.
#AS1