Job Description:
Position Summary
The Coordinator of Regional Alumni CommunityEngagement supports Binghamton University's Advancement goals by strengthening alumni networks and developing volunteer leadership acrossassigned geographic regions. This position plays a critical role in building a sustainable donor pipeline by recruiting, training, andstewarding alumni volunteers; delivering meaningful engagement opportunities; and partnering closely with development colleagues toidentify, cultivate, and steward alumni with philanthropic potential. The coordinator helps foster lifelong relationships between alumni andBinghamton University that advance engagement, advocacy, and giving.
Key Responsibilities
VolunteerRecruitment & Management
- Recruit, onboard, train, and steward alumni volunteers to serve as Regional Alumni Communityleaders, event hosts, and university ambassadors
- Serve as the primary staff liaison for assigned regional alumni communities,clubs, and affinity networks
- Establish clear expectations, leadership roles, and succession plans to ensure continuity andeffectiveness of volunteer groups
- Provide ongoing support, coaching, and recognition to foster strong volunteer relationships andsustained involvement
Regional Programs & Events
- Coordinate in-person, virtual, and hybrid alumniprograms in key regions, including networking events, professional development programs, social gatherings, and university-ledinitiatives
- Partner with alumni volunteers to design programs that reflect alumni interests while advancing BinghamtonUniversity's strategic priorities
- Manage event logistics including budgets, venues, registrations, vendors, and post-eventassessment
- Track participation and engagement outcomes to evaluate impact and inform future planning
AlumniEngagement & Donor Pipeline Development
- Advance Binghamton University's alumni-to-donor pipelines by coordinatingregional engagement strategies that increase alumni affinity, participation, and philanthropic readiness
- Identify engaged alumniand volunteer leaders with leadership and giving potential and share insights with annual giving and major gifts colleagues
- Support donor-facing regional events, cultivation opportunities, and stewardship activities aligned with university fundraising prioritiesand campaigns
- Collaborate with development staff to ensure alumni engagement efforts complement solicitation and stewardshipstrategies
Communications & Relationship Management
- Work with Advancement Communications to promoteregional programs, volunteer opportunities, and key university messages
- Draft targeted communications to alumni and volunteersthat encourage participation, leadership, and giving
- Maintain accurate alumni, volunteer, and engagement records in theuniversity's CRM system
Collaboration & Campus Partnerships
- Collaborate with campus partners such asadmissions, career services, academic units, athletics, and student engagement to integrate alumni into university initiatives
- Represent Binghamton University Advancement at select regional, alumni, and donor events
- Support division-wide Advancementpriorities as needed
Data, Reporting & Administration
- Track and report on regional engagement metrics,volunteer participation, and leadership activity
- Prepare summaries and insights to support alumni engagement and developmentstrategy
- Provide administrative support for alumni and volunteer initiatives
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and one to three years of experience in alumni relations, advancement, volunteermanagement, nonprofit engagement, event coordination, or a comparable combination of education and relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience recruiting, supporting, and managing volunteers
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends and travelregionally as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting fundraising, annual giving, or donorengagement initiatives
- Familiarity with higher education Advancement operations and CRM systems (e.g., Slate, Salesforce,Ellucian)
- Experience working in a large, complex organization
- Commitment to inclusive alumni engagement and volunteerleadership development
Key Competencies
- Relationship-building and customer service
- Volunteerleadership development
- Strategic engagement with a donor pipeline mindset
- Collaboration and adaptability
- Results-oriented approach aligned with institutional goals