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Plans and implements alumni and friends communications and marketing projects and assists in the execution of stakeholder strategies in support of unit advancement goals.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Plans events and programs according to established goals and objectives

• Monitors reach and effectiveness of alumni campaigns, projects, and initiatives

• Provides project management and execution of alumni programs, initiatives, and tactical plans

• Communicates with participants, presenters, vendors and others to execute in-person and online programs

Department: University Advancement Office

Reports to: Alumni Relations Director

Full-Time: 100%, Academic Staff, 12-month ongoing appointment, one vacancy

Additional duties specific to the position:

• Manages social media communications and strategies for alumni and friends.
• Creates and coordinates targeted communications to promote Alumni & Friends Foundation events, programming, and fundraising initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities for new programs and events to increase contributions from alumni and friends.
• Sends acknowledgements and additional stewardship for annual giving.
• Serves as a staff liaison on the Engagement & Philanthropy Committee of the Alumni & Friends Foundation Board.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to be highly detailed, energetic, creative, and engaging
• Knowledge of computer programs and willingness to learn and be an efficient user of current fundraising software
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in writing, verbally, and interpersonally, with a diverse population of donors/prospects, students, parents, faculty, staff, and others
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information and records
• Ability to commit to the highest ethical standards
• Ability to effectively work within a team-oriented environment

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field
• Minimum of two years of experience in program coordination or communications
• Experience using technology to create marketing material

The University of Wisconsin-Superior does not offer H-1B or other work authorization immigration sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be independently, legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain their work authorization without the support or help of UW-Superior throughout employment. UW-Superior is not an E-Verify employer; therefore, it cannot employ individuals on the STEM OPT extension. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working in alumni relations or engagement strategies
• Experience working in higher education fundraising
• Experience using Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT

Compensation & Benefits: Salary range for this position is: $50,000 - $60,000 annually. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

University of Wisconsin-Superior is a gold-level certified employer recognized by Family Friendly Workplaces.

Starting Date: December 2026

Contact Information:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu;

For additional information about this position, contact Kelsey Larson at [email protected] .

Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on November 5, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit: https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. You will be prompted to log in or create a Workday account to continue.

Important: The application includes only one attachment field. Please upload all required documents in that single field—either as one combined file or as multiple files attached in the same upload area.

Applications will not be considered complete unless all required materials are submitted.

1.) Cover Letter

2.) Resume

3.) Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.