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University of California - Irvine

Executive Director, Alumni Relations

🇺🇸 Irvine, CA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $119K - $231K

💻 Other

🗓️ October 29th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of California, Irvine is hiring an Executive Director, Alumni Relations. The role involves leading the UCI Alumni Association by designing and implementing engagement and fundraising programs to sustain philanthropic support, while serving as the chief alumni relations officer and spokesperson for over 227,000 alumni. The Executive Director will also provide strategic guidance to advance alumni relations and elevate the university's visibility and fundraising capacity.

Highlights
  • Lead strategic direction, staffing, and administration of the UCI Alumni Association and its Board of Directors.
  • Design and implement programs to build and sustain annual philanthropic gift support among alumni.
  • Serve as the chief alumni relations officer and spokesperson for over 227,000 alumni.
  • Provide leadership to foster lifelong alumni engagement and a culture of philanthropy aligned with university priorities.
  • Enhance visibility and fundraising capabilities to attract new funding sources and advance UCI as a national leader.
  • Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Expected salary range is $180,000 to $200,000 annually.
  • May require domestic or international travel and occasional driving.
  • Must comply with background check, employment misconduct disclosure, legal work status, vaccination, and other university employment policies.
  • Offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, retirement plans, and vacation time.