Director of Development/Recruitment Specialist

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Marshall University is hiring a Director of Development/Recruitment Specialist. The role involves managing alumni relations and events, executing fundraising strategies, and engaging current and prospective students through recruitment and community outreach activities. The position requires collaboration across departments to support the School of Pharmacy's development goals and student engagement initiatives.

Highlights

Manage alumni relations, events, and routine communication.
Plan and execute fundraising campaigns and develop grant proposals.
Collaborate with student organizations, faculty, and alumni to boost fundraising efforts.
Develop and implement community outreach and engagement strategies.
Lead alumni database management and event coordination at various levels.
Engage current students with activities supporting the "Pharmily" concept.
Recruit students for BSPS, MSPS, and PharmD programs and represent the School of Pharmacy at recruitment events.
Assist in social media content planning alongside marketing and student affairs leadership.
Respond to admissions inquiries and maintain recruiting market contacts.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year of relevant experience; a Master's Degree and 3 years of experience in alumni engagement, higher education, social media, and graphic design is preferred.
Salary range: $44,918 - $58,393, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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Get to Know Us!

Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University’s mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!

Come join our Herd!

We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

Work week is 37.5 hrs.
A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
Holidays – Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
Annual and Sick Leave – Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

We are . . . Marshall!

Position Information

Position Title	Director of Development/Recruitment Specialist
Banner Position Number	001916
E-Class	NC - Nonclassified - .53 or >
Department	Pharmacy Student Affairs - MU2952
Job Description	The Director of Development/Recruitment Specialist is responsible for managing alumni relations and events, as well as routine communication with our alumni. This position will manage development and fundraising activities for the SOP. This position will engage with current students to build relationships prior to their graduation, as well as assisting with the recruitment of prospective incoming students with travel being sometimes required. Develop an annual plan for alumni engagement, activities, and communications. Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, events, and activities. This could include organizing donation drives, charity auctions, or benefit concerts, among others. Collaborate with student organizations, faculty, and alumni to create engaging fundraising initiatives. Develop and implement community outreach strategies to raise awareness of the school’s mission and engage with stakeholders. Cultivate relationships with pharmacy school alumni to encourage donations and participation in fundraising efforts. Research and identify potential grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Write compelling grant proposals to secure funding for specific projects or initiatives. Create promotional materials (brochures, newsletters, social media posts) to highlight fundraising goals and progress. Monitor fundraising budgets, allocate resources effectively, and track expenses related to fundraising activities. Oversight of alumni management and communication. Provide leadership, communication, oversight, and coordination of activities for School of Pharmacy alumni. Provide leadership to conceptualize, plan, and manage events for alumni gathering at local, state, and national meetings, as well as other gatherings related to SOP alumni engagement. Manage a database with alumni contact information, employment information, and other key information. Prepare, distribute, and maintain information from graduating student surveys and other surveys as necessary to the Student Affairs Office. Work with the faculty, staff, and students to develop engagement activities for current School of Pharmacy students outside of the classroom environment. Develop an annual plan for current student engagement, activities, and communications in efforts to build the “Pharmily” concept. Participate in the recruitment of students for the BSPS, MSPS, and PharmD programs. Represent the SOP at Green & White Days, Pre-Pharmacy Club, classroom/school visits. Assist in planning and management of social media content calendar, working in collaboration with the Director of Recruitment and Marketing and the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. In collaboration with SOP administration, faculty, staff, student ambassadors, and select designees, coordinate tours, presentations, high school and college fairs, and other recruitment events as needed. Work with the Director of Recruitment and Marketing to coordinate open houses and other student recruitment events, including college and career fairs at the school. Respond to general inquiries regarding admissions requirements and processes. Maintain contacts with counselors, advisors, and faculty in the recruiting market, in collaboration with the Director of Recruitment and Marketing. Attend training to maintain up-to-date knowledge in job-related functions as needed. Assist with all Student Affairs events and activities as delegated by the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. Other duties as assigned from the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs or the Dean of the School of Pharmacy.
Salary Range	$44,918 - $58,393 - Salary is commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience.
Salary Type	Salary
Time Type	Full-Time
Work Location	MU - Marshall University

Qualifications

Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications

Education	Bachelor’s Degree
Experience	A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Education	Masters Degree
Experience	3 years of verifiable experience related to alumni engagement, experience working with students in a higher education environment, social media and graphic design experience

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	MU1257E
Open Date	06/19/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
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Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755

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