Job Details

Student and Recent Alumni Engagement and Philanthropy Coordinator

Position Number: 6703438
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Alumni Associations and Services

Student and Recent Alumni Engagement and Philanthropy Coordinator

Requisition Number: 68439
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 18-Nov-2025
Date Posted:

Job Summary

Advancement at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Student and Recent Alumni Engagement & Philanthropy Coordinator! This role plays a key role in advancing the mission of Leeds Alumni Engagement by building lifelong connections between students, recent graduates, and the School. This position drives programs and communications that strengthen student-to-alumni transitions, deepen young alumni engagement, and inspire a culture of philanthropy.
The overarching goal: to ensure that every student, every year, has a meaningful connection with a Leeds alum-laying the foundation for a lifetime of engagement, pride, and support.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

At CU Boulder Advancement, we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone matters and all can thrive. This dedication is rooted in our core values and our mission to drive impactful fundraising and engagement. Our team actively engages in learning, reflection, and the transformation of systems, policies, and practices that perpetuate oppressive ideologies-including racism, sexism, ableism, and heterosexism. We recognize our responsibility to lead by example in building a supportive and inclusive culture for both internal colleagues and external partners. We hold ourselves accountable through individual and divisional goals that continuously assess our progress, growth, and outcomes-ensuring alignment with our mission and values every step of the way.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Program and Event Management

Plan, implement, and evaluate 10+ signature events annually designed to connect current students and young alumni, such as:
Senior Celebration, Business Buff Dinners, Business Buff Celebration, Women in Business, Global Networking Night, Buffs All In, and regional networking meetups.
Strengthen the student-to-alumni transition through innovative programming that cultivates early engagement and sustained connection.
Support Leeds-wide engagement and advancement initiatives including Homecoming, Leeds Launch Day, Graduation, Board events, and digital engagement efforts such as quarterly webinars.

Volunteer and Board Support

Serve as the primary liaison to the GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) Board and Dean's Society, including meeting coordination, communications, event logistics, member recruitment, and tracking participation and philanthropy.
Identify and recruit young alumni volunteers to participate in panels, competitions, classroom visits, and mentorship activities across Leeds programs and student organizations (e.g., Office of Diversity Affairs, Career Development Office, Leeds Scholars, etc.).

Communications and Storytelling

Support communications strategy for current students and recent alumni, including monthly newsletter support and ongoing storytelling efforts that highlight the impact of alumni engagement.
Segment young alumni audiences, leading critical communications to drive engagement with school.
Partner with Marketing & Communications to source and share compelling young alumni stories across Leeds digital channels.
Oversee the BrightCrowd digital yearbook initiative for each graduating class, ensuring high participation and alignment with engagement goals.

Data and Impact Tracking

Use Salesforce/Ascend to supervise, measure, and analyze student and young alumni engagement metrics to support CASE metrics tracking, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with advancement reporting needs.

Student and Young Alumni Giving: Cultivating a Culture of Philanthropy

Integrate philanthropic education and giving opportunities into alumni engagement events and communications.
Own the planning and execution of Student Philanthropy Week / Thank a Donor Week to educate students about the impact of giving.
Reinvent and manage the Senior Class Gift Campaign, crafting an important and lasting tradition that encourages future giving.
Creative and collaborative professional with strong organizational, interpersonal, and storytelling skills.
Passion for connecting people and building community through events, communications, and important experiences.
Experience with alumni relations, advancement, or student engagement preferred.
Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems a plus.

What You Should Know

This role is in a hybrid position working a mix of days on campus and remotely each week.
There will be some night and weekend events that will be required.

What We Can Offer

The salary range is $50,000-$60,000 annually. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be creative. Be proactive. Be Boulder.

What We Require

Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: Experience in alumni engagement, marketing, event planning, project management or other related experience.

What You Will Need

Phenomenal relationship building skills.
Ability to work independently and on a team.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by November 18, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Student-and-Recent-Alumni-Engagement-and-Philanthropy-Coordinator/68439