Director of Alumni Engagement at Fort Lewis College

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:  

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Exceptional relationship-builder with a collaborative mindset 

• Proven experience growing and scaling similar programs, departments, or projects 

• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to initiate, implement, evaluate, and advance projects and programs  

• Detail-oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with teams, delegating tasks to team members, and managing multiple projects and priorities 

• Entrepreneurial spirit that searches for opportunities to deepen existing partnerships and takes the initiative to forge new ones 

Leadership and Strategy 40% 

• Passionately promote the good that FLC provides our students, Alumni, and community. 

• Plan, support, and oversee the implementation of relevant programs that align with the FLC 2030 Strategic Plan. 

• Plan, promote, and oversee the execution of alumni communications, events, and fundraising efforts in collaboration with the advancement team and campus partners. 

• Actively engage alumni through strategic travel, demonstrating a passion for building connections and fostering a strong alumni network across diverse locations. 

• Provide thought leadership and support the Engagement & Events Coordinator as they plan alumni-based local, regional, and national events, recognition events and outreach activities to engage alumni, donors, students, friends and other constituent groups. 

• Provide strategic vision and help develop regular communication with alumni through multiple channels in partnership with the Coordinator of Outreach & Donor Relations. 

• Collaborate with the Director of Outreach & Donor Engagement to support, coalesce, and champion the efforts of the Engagement & Events Coordinator, Coordinator of Outreach & Donor Relations, and student ambassadors for the Office of Advancement. 

• Collaborate with Director of Career & Workforce to connect Alumni with opportunities to support student career development and to create workforce trainings for the community. 

Advocacy and Volunteer Engagement 20%  

• Establish, build, and steward relationships with alumni, community members, campus partners, and volunteers to advance FLC’s mission and ensure successful engagement experiences that result in service, giving, and advocacy. 

• Develop a formalized alumni engagement volunteer effort that fosters meaningful connections and builds social capital for students through mentorship and other strategies.  

• Lead the FLC Native American Alumni Chapter strategic planning and volunteer efforts - this includes maintaining bylaws, supporting volunteer management, strategic planning, reporting, and facilitation among other duties. 

Fundraising 25% 

• Support the VP of Advancement and Office of Advancement in FLC’s first comprehensive fundraising campaign.  

• Collaborate with the Director of Outreach & Donor Engagement to lead multi-channel annual giving campaigns and collaborate on efforts within their office to increase alumni giving. 

• Manage a fundraising portfolio of 25 - 40 alumni leadership, major gift donors, and prospective donors. 

• Develop fundraising campaigns and solicitation strategies for programs like Springboard Fellowship, Homecoming and Field Day, and the Alumni Scholarship. 

Administration 15%  

• Provide budgetary oversight and accountability for the Alumni Engagement program. 

• Develop annual strategic and operating plans with measurable goals in line with the FLC 2030 Strategic Plan and FLC’s Office of Advancement strategic plan. 

• Develop and oversee alumni volunteer engagement policies and procedures.    

• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications on FLC Alumni branded materials and giveaways.  

• Develop and direct engagement performance metrics and reporting, in collaboration with the Manager of Advancement Services.    

• Utilize alumni and donor database system for tracking meaningful engagements, events, communications, and fundraising. 

Other 

• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities 

• Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508. 

• Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards. 

• Perform other duties as assigned, dependent upon the position's current portfolio of programs. 

  Required Education, Specialized Skills, and Experience:  

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably in volunteer management, event planning, fundraising or the equivalent combination of experience; 

• Demonstrated track record of project management and leadership, as well as a progressive level of responsibility with a fast-paced organization; 

• Experience in fostering productive relationships with diverse volunteer communities and developing volunteer leadership;  

• Demonstrably strong writing, planning and organizational skills;    

• Demonstrated success in leading collaborations with multiple partners to develop and achieve shared success;  

• Working knowledge of computer systems and software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel;  

• Ability and willingness to travel and exercise prudent fiscal considerations. 

  Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience:  

• Experience working in Alumni Engagement programs;  

• Experience in philanthropic fundraising;  

• Working knowledge of donor and alumni prospect management systems;  

• Extensive experience in a higher education setting;   

• Fort Lewis College graduate;  

• Experience managing a diverse and progressive staff. 

  Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility:  

This position reports to the CEO of the FLC Foundation / Vice President of Advancement.  

  Work Environment/Physical Demands: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. 

• Travel, weekend, evening work up to 20% with flextime during regular working hours  

• Office setting with moderate noise levels.  

• Fast-paced and dynamic environment, requiring adaptability and problem-solving skills.  

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.  

• Light to moderate lifting is required 

  Travel & Weekend/Evening Obligations:  

Moderate (Less than 20%) travel and weekend/evening obligations will be required for leading events, meetings with alumni and donors and attendance at special meetings, events, trainings, and conferences.  

  FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Exempt 

• Full Time (1.0 FTE) 

• Permanent 

• Full Year 

• Typical Work hours are 8 am to 5 pm MST, Monday to Friday, the schedule will be determined with the supervisor  

• In person  

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $64,000 to $71,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Application Process

A complete application packet includes:

• Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three current, professional references

Applicant materials received by 11:59 PM on May 11th, 2025, will receive full consideration.

The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.