EWU School of Business · 1 day ago
Assistant Director of Alumni Traditions
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$64K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expEastern Washington University is a regional, comprehensive public university with a commitment to providing inclusive and transformative learning experiences. The Assistant Director of Alumni Traditions will lead the coordination and execution of key alumni events, fostering connections and institutional pride among alumni and students. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to create and implement mission-driven programs that engage the EWU community.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and execute major annual alumni event traditions – including Pass Through the Pillars, Senior Send-Off, Homecoming, Reunions, Legacy Groups, and the Alumni Awards Gala
Ensure all alumni events reflect EWU’s mission, values, and traditions, strengthening school spirit, institutional pride and fostering multi-generational engagement
Develop and manage comprehensive event plans, including timelines, logistics, budgets, vendor coordination, task assignments, registration systems, and attendance tracking
Coordinate with campus partners, external organizations, and vendors, to ensure seamless event preparation and exceptional on-site execution, including supervision of staff, students, and volunteers
Conduct post-event assessments, facilitate team debriefs, and implement improvements, and manage event records, contracts and follow-up reporting
Support and implement a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy that aligns with alumni engagement goals and is informed by performance metrics
Develop, manage, and analyze alumni communications – including email campaigns, social media, website content, print materials, and more – in collaboration with the Alumni Relations team
Research, curate, and produce content for the alumni newsletter, Eastern Magazine, and digital platforms and other communication channels
Uphold and reinforce the EWU Alumni Association brand, ensuring consistency across messaging, including stewardship of the Eagle4Life identity and partnership with campus departments
Fulfill alumni data requests in partnership with Advancement Services and support broader marketing and communication efforts through additional duties as assigned
Provide logistical and administrative support to the EWU Alumni Association Board of Directors and its working teams– including assistance with meetings, special projects, and all board functions
Coordinate board member recruitment and selection processes
Assist the Director with daily operations and office management
Train and supervise student employees, ensuring a welcoming environment
Maintain alumni records and support Salesforce-based donor communication
Assist in drafting sponsorship proposals and funding narratives, and track sponsor benefits to ensure accurate fulfillment and stewardship
Evaluate the effectiveness of programs, events, benefits, and services, and recommend enhancements to improve impact and engagement
Represent the Director in meetings or during their absence, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an event planning related field such as Hospitality, Event Management/Planning, Tourism & Recreation Management, Communications or Public Relations
Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in event planning, event promotion and event execution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, paired with strong organizational abilities and keen attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work
Demonstrated success in building relationships with diverse stakeholders paired with a people-centered, enthusiastic approach to engagement
Strong commitment to EWU's mission and values, with familiarity – and a desire to deepen knowledge – of the EWU community
Demonstrated ability to apply a responsive and flexible approach that is supportive of the needs including universal access of our students, faculty, staff and the public
Preferred
Proud Eastern Washington University graduate preferred
Experience in higher education alumni relations, annual giving, or stewardship preferred
Proficiency with tools such as Eventbrite, WordPress, MailChimp, and Salesforce
Benefits
Health insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement
Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
12 paid holidays per year
Tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members
Discounted EWU sports tickets
Full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee
Free transportation through STA buses
Company
EWU School of Business
The School of Business and Professional Accounting at Eastern Washington University offers excellent, affordable accredited undergraduate and graduate programs taught by qualified faculty who take a personal interest in each student's success.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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