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Director, Alumni Networks University Advancement


Job Location:

Clayton, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 75200 - 128800
Posted: 20 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location
SAINT LOUIS MO 63105
Scheduled Hours
37.5

Position Summary
The role of Alumni and Constituent Engagement (ACE) is to build a strong and lasting connection between the university and its community nurturing a sense of pride belonging and active involvement. We strive to establish a pathway that enables alumni parents and friends to develop a lifelong philanthropic relationship with WashU contributing to its growth sustainability and continued excellence.

The Networks team works closely with our colleagues across Advancement and with alumni volunteers to create meaningful engagement opportunities through regional shared interest and cultural and professional industry networks.

The Director Alumni Networks will work closely with ACE and Alumni Networks leadership to design experiences that increase engagement in assigned regions. The director will ensure alignment between the universitys priorities and the needs of alumni parents and friends. The director will develop programs which feature university leaders faculty members and distinguished alumni as well as social networking and cultural activities.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the management of established alumni networks within assigned regions to build a strong WashU presence. Collaborate with University Advancement colleagues and colleagues across campus to develop programming that is relevant and enticing to alumni and friends. Ensure that programming meets broad University objectives and makes the most effective use of university resources.
  • Manage in-person and virtual events including strategy planning and execution. Responsibilities include:
    • securing event space and working with external vendors
    • providing direction to administrative staff who will assist with event logistics
    • developing briefings for colleagues who will be working at the events
    • coordinating travel schedules for university leaders and faculty
    • creating follow-up plans for constituents
    • drafting remarks for volunteer leaders and providing event summaries and analysis
    • traveling frequently to lead the successful execution of in-person events and programs
  • Identify cultivate and train volunteers. Communicate frequently with volunteers and meet with them as needed. Provide recommendations and support to volunteers who develop and implement a schedule of attractive and diverse programs aimed at engaging alumni.
  • The director may manage up to two associate directors or senior associate directors and a shared administrative assistant.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:


Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal Office Environment

Physical Effort

  • Typically Sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

  • Office Equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors degree


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.


Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)


Skills:

Not Applicable


Drivers License:

A drivers license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in event planning with a preference for experience planning events for higher ed nonprofit or affinity-based groups
  • Experience managing highly engaged volunteers strongly preferred
  • Enthusiasm for the mission of Washington University matched by a desire to reflect its excellence.

This position is located in St. Louis MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $75200 - $95000.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Masters degree


Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Communication Computer Technology Detail-Oriented Donor Relations Effective Listening Event Management Event Planning Fast-Paced Environments Financial Planning Interpersonal Communication Learning Quickly Multitasking Organizational Commitment Prioritization Professional Etiquette Project Administration Sound Judgment Supervisory Management Working Independently Work Initiative

Grade
G14

Salary Range
$75200.00 - $128800.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.

  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.

  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies detailed benefits and eligibility please visit: StatementWashington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race ethnicity color national origin citizenship (where prohibited by federal law) age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability protected veteran status or genetic information.


Required Experience:

Director