San Marcos, TX
Texas State University
Director, Alumni EngagementPosting Number: 2026459
Location: San Marcos
Department: VP for University Advancement
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: Comm w/exp
Job Category: Exempt
Required Qualifications:- Three years of professional experience in alumni relations, advancement, or a related field.
- Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Experience working within Blackbaud Raisers Edge (or a similar CRM database) to manage alumni and engagement data.
- Experience working with digital engagement and giving platforms such as GiveCampus or similar tools.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively within a complex organization.
Preferred Qualifications:- Five years of progressively responsible experience in a university advancement or alumni relations office.
- Experience supervising staff or coordinating team workflows.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing deadlines, and ensure successful execution of initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience using engagement data or metrics to evaluate program success and inform engagement strategies.
Job Description:The Office of Alumni Engagement seeks an enthusiastic and highly organized professional to join the team as Director of Alumni Engagement. The Director provides operational leadership for alumni engagement initiatives designed to grow participation and strengthen alumni connection among Texas States more than 245,000 alumni. Texas States alumni engagement strategy emphasizes a digital-first approach that expands alumni participation and supports discovery of alumni interested in volunteering and philanthropy through scalable outreach initiatives, including Virtual Engagement Officer outreach strategies.This position is a member of the Office of Alumni Engagement, which works in partnership with the Texas State Alumni Association, a 501(3) nonprofit organization and its Board of Directors. The Office of Alumni Engagement operates within the Division of University Advancement, which also includes Development and Donor Engagement. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Alumni Engagement.Job Duties:- Directs and supervises the day-to-day activities of the alumni engagement team, providing operational leadership through clear timelines, workflows, and processes that ensure strong project management, communication, and follow-through across programs and initiatives.
- Leads the Forever Bobcats Life Membership program, overseeing program operations and engagement initiatives that expand alumni participation and grow philanthropic support for the Texas State Alumni Association.
- Leads operational planning and execution of the annual Distinguished Alumni Gala and oversees implementation of other signature alumni programming including game day activities, Ring Celebration, and regional alumni events.
- Provides leadership for alumni volunteer engagement efforts, supporting the team in cultivating alumni relationships, identifying opportunities for meaningful volunteer involvement, and ensuring appropriate placement and coordination with campus and Advancement partners.
- Works with Development Officers to engage alumni donors and prospects through alumni programming and events.
- Collaborates with University Advancement communications to develop strategies that engage alumni through digital and traditional channels including email, social media, web content, and print communications.
- Builds relationships across campus to provide leadership, expertise, and collaboration on opportunities to increase alumni engagement in support of university priorities.
- Utilizes engagement data and metrics to evaluate program impact and identify opportunities to expand alumni engagement.
- Able to travel and willing to work weekend and evening hours as required for events and programming.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants:This position holder must have the ability to leverage approved generative AI tools to draft, edit, and summarize routine communications, while exercising professional judgment and adhering to university privacy and data security policies.
This position may involve optional participation in evening or weekend events that support departmental outreach and campus engagement; staff are invited, but not required, to take part in these activities in coordination with their supervisorJob Open Date: 04/13/2026
Job Close Date: 05/15/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM
Posting Notices:Legal and Required Notices:Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56733For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/56733 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.
About Texas State and San Marcos:Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff
Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.
Why work @ Texas State? Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, youll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
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