Position Overview
The Engagement Coordinator is a newly created position within the Office of Admission, established to strengthen and formalize the partnership between the University’s recruitment efforts and its alumni community. This role will serve as a strategic connector, enhancing enrollment initiatives by engaging alumni in meaningful ways, coordinating on- and off-campus recruitment events alongside the admission team, and expanding the University’s presence in emerging and underserved markets.
The Engagement Coordinator will work in close collaboration with the Office of Advancement, including Marketing and Communications, to strategically mobilize alumni and community partners as advocates for the institution. Through intentional outreach, event coordination, relationship-building, and the strategic leverage of social media, this position will help amplify the University’s recruitment efforts and extend its reach through a strong and engaged alumni network.
Key Responsibilities
Event Coordination & Recruiter Support
● Support admission recruiters in the planning, coordination, and execution of on- and off-campus recruitment events.
● Manage all event logistics, including securing venues, coordinating with vendors and donors, organizing materials, and ensuring overall event readiness and execution.
● Provide comprehensive recruiter support through pre-event communication, on-site assistance as needed, and post-event follow-up and processing.
● Maintain accurate records of event attendance, alumni and community participation, and related follow-up metrics to assess engagement and effectiveness.
● Collaborate with appropriate campus departments to secure representation, resources, and programmatic support aligned with recruitment goals.
Alumni Engagement & Relationship Building
● Serve as the primary point of contact for alumni volunteering or participating in admission-related initiatives and events.
● Communicate upcoming engagement opportunities, event expectations, and recruitment needs in a clear, timely, and professional manner.
● Proactively cultivate relationships with key alumni in strategic target regions to build and sustain a strong recruitment support pipeline.
● Expand alumni engagement efforts beyond traditional or high-volume feeder markets to strengthen the University’s presence in emerging and underserved areas.
● Partner closely with the Office of Advancement to align outreach efforts, messaging, and overall alumni engagement strategies in support of enrollment goals.
● Develop and deliver structured training programs for alumni volunteers to ensure alignment with institutional messaging, recruitment strategies, and best practices
● Provide volunteers with tools, resources, and talking points to effectively represent the University in both formal and informal recruitment settings.
● Offer ongoing coaching and support to enhance volunteer effectiveness, confidence, and engagement over time.
● Assess training outcomes and continuously refine content to improve volunteer performance and impact.
● Coordinate and facilitate meaningful connections between alumni and prospective or admitted students through outreach initiatives, events, and digital engagement
● Collaborate with Admissions and Marketing to ensure alumni communications align with recruitment messaging, brand standards, and enrollment priorities.
● Develop communication strategies and campaigns that leverage alumni voices to positively influence student decision-making.
● Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of alumni-student interactions to ensure a high-quality, consistent experience that supports enrollment goals.
Data, Reporting, Evaluation (Project Management)
● Track and analyze engagement metrics, event outcomes, alumni participation, campus representation, and community involvement to inform recruitment strategies, grant reporting, and overall program effectiveness, including oversight and coordination of the Alumni Referral Program.
● Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to support the development and distribution of print and digital communications aligned with recruitment and alumni engagement initiatives.
● Provide regular progress updates to the Director of Admission and key stakeholders, highlighting performance metrics, emerging opportunities, and potential challenges.
● Evaluate the impact of alumni-supported recruitment efforts and recommend data-informed strategies for growth, increased engagement, and continuous improvement.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree required;
● 2+ years experience in higher education, alumni relations, recruitment, event coordination, or a related field.
● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
● Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
● Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with diverse stakeholder groups.
● Demonstrated knowledge of social media platforms and best practices, with the ability to leverage digital engagement strategies to support outreach and recruitment efforts.
● Comfort with travel, occasional evening/weekend work, and managing logistics in fast-paced environments.
● Self-motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently while contributing effectively within a dynamic team structure.
● Strong aptitude for learning and utilizing new technologies and data systems.
Salary
Starting annual salary range is $42,000-$45,000, commensurate with experience.
To Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin April 20, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 orhrstaff@truman.edu.
