Alumni Relations & Event Coordinator

  • University of Georgia
  • Athens, Georgia
  • Full Time

Position Information

Classification Title Alumni Relations Professional FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

An Alumni Relations Professional is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with alumni of the University of Georgia. Responsibilities include coordinating graduate alumni relations for the Graduate School and serving as a liaison to the UGA Office of Development and Alumni Relations. As Event Coordinator, this role involves providing oversight of the schedule of Graduate School events that serve the alumni as well as graduate students and the public, and serving as the primary planner and contact for reservations and other efforts necessary to support high-profile Graduate School events.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including staff, students, and alumni.
  • Excellent communication and collaborative planning skills.
  • Familiarity with graduate education and fundraising strongly preferred.

Physical Demands

Sitting for long periods of time.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate Alumni Relations for the Graduate School and Serve as Liaison to UGA Office of Development and Alumni Relations

  • Serve as primary point of contact for UGA graduate alumni.
  • Serve as point of contact for the Graduate Education Advancement Board.
  • Plan and lead alumni outreach and engagement efforts.
  • Work with Dean to develop and communicate strategic fundraising priorities to Graduate Education Advancement Board.
  • Coordinate with UGA Development and Alumni Relations on fundraising efforts and donor relations.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Coordinate the Schedule of Graduate School Events that Serve External Audiences (e.g., graduate students, alumni, public)

  • Coordinate with Director of Marketing and Communications to promote events.
  • Coordinate with Graduate School Directors and Dean's Office to schedule and plan events.
  • Maintain internal Graduate School calendar for planning purposes; ensure that Graduate School events are scheduled to avoid conflicts.
  • Manage online orientation each semester.
  • List appropriate events (open to public and/or to general graduate student/faculty/staff audiences) on UGA master calendar.
  • Send reminders to event leaders to conduct evaluations with attendees.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Serve as primary coordinator and contact for the reservations and planning necessary to support high profile Graduate School events, such as catering, room reservations, and attendee registration.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Dr. Meredith Welch-Devine Recruitment Contact Email ... Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Job ID: 485001140
Originally Posted on: 7/12/2025

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