Program Manager - Alumni Experience(JSOM)

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The University of Texas at Dallas is hiring a Program Manager - Alumni Experience (JSOM). The role involves leading the expansion and formalization of the alumni network by launching new regional or industry-specific alumni chapters, managing volunteer leaders, and executing engagement events while utilizing strategic project management and community-building skills.

Highlights

Lead design and documentation of a standard Chapter Launch Playbook for alumni chapters.

Identify key alumni regions and collaborate with local leaders to establish new chapters.

Recruit, onboard, and manage volunteer alumni chapter leaders.

Plan, coordinate, and execute alumni events including networking mixers, speaker panels, and homecoming activities.

Develop communication strategies and curate content for newsletters, LinkedIn groups, and website features.

Maintain and analyze alumni data within CRM platforms like Salesforce or Slate; track engagement metrics.

Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience, with preferred expertise in Higher Education Administration, Communications, or Marketing.

Experience with CRM platforms, social media tools (especially LinkedIn), community management, event planning, or volunteer management preferred.

Salary is approximately $55,000 monthly, dependent on qualifications.

Engage with departments including Management and collaborate with student organizations to connect students and alumni.

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Posting Number	S07079P
Position Title	Program Manager - Alumni Experience(JSOM)
Functional Title
Department	Management
Salary Range	$55,000, DOQ
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	06/05/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	07/06/2026
Job Summary	The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-driven professional to lead the expansion and formalization of our alumni network. This role will focus on building the structural foundation for our alumni relations, specifically spearheading the launch of new regional or industry-focused alumni chapters. The ideal candidate will blend strategic project management with high-energy community engagement to cultivate a vibrant, lifelong network of global alumni.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree. Three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience	Preferred Education and Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. Experience: 3–5 years of experience in community management, event planning, or volunteer management. Technical Proficiency: Experience navigating CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Slate) and using social media tools (specifically LinkedIn) for community building. Core Competencies: Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong public speaking ability, servant-leadership mindset, and the organizational skills required to manage cross-functional projects.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities Chapter Launch & Infrastructure Development Chapter Playbook: Design and document a standard “Chapter Launch Playbook” outlining the governance, expectations, and operational guidelines for new alumni chapters. Geographic Expansion: Identify high-density alumni regions and collaborate with local alumni leaders to establish new regional or sector-specific chapters. Volunteer Leadership: Recruit, onboard, and manage volunteer alumni chapter leaders, providing them with the resources and university alignment needed for success. Alumni Engagement & Activity Programming Event Strategy: Plan, coordinate, and execute high-impact alumni events, including networking mixers, speaker panels, and homecoming activities (both virtual and hybrid). Benefits & Value Proposition: Define and promote clear benefits for active alumni, ensuring a compelling value proposition that drives sustained engagement. Student-Alumni Bridge: Collaborate with student organizations (such as the Dean’s Council and other student leadership groups) to create mentorship and career-bridging opportunities between current students and alumni. Marketing, Content Curation & Outreach Communications Strategy: Curate and write compelling content for quarterly alumni newsletters, dedicated LinkedIn groups, and spotlight features on the website. Success Story Pipeline: Establish a systematic process to track and showcase alumni achievements, reinforcing the brand value of the institution. Data Analysis & Network Insights Database Management: Clean, update, and manage alumni data records within the CRM to ensure accurate tracking of geographic locations, industries, and giving potential. Engagement Analytics: Track event attendance, email open rates, and chapter growth metrics to provide leadership with quarterly data-driven reports on the health of the alumni network. Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information	Work Notice: Work will be performed on-site and in person. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator*.

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Richardson,
TX 75080-3021

972.883.2221

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Posting Number	S07079P
Position Title	Program Manager - Alumni Experience(JSOM)
Functional Title
Department	Management
Salary Range	$55,000, DOQ
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	06/05/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	07/06/2026
Job Summary	The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-driven professional to lead the expansion and formalization of our alumni network. This role will focus on building the structural foundation for our alumni relations, specifically spearheading the launch of new regional or industry-focused alumni chapters. The ideal candidate will blend strategic project management with high-energy community engagement to cultivate a vibrant, lifelong network of global alumni.
Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree. Three (3) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience	Preferred Education and Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. Experience: 3–5 years of experience in community management, event planning, or volunteer management. Technical Proficiency: Experience navigating CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Slate) and using social media tools (specifically LinkedIn) for community building. Core Competencies: Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong public speaking ability, servant-leadership mindset, and the organizational skills required to manage cross-functional projects.
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities Chapter Launch & Infrastructure Development Chapter Playbook: Design and document a standard “Chapter Launch Playbook” outlining the governance, expectations, and operational guidelines for new alumni chapters. Geographic Expansion: Identify high-density alumni regions and collaborate with local alumni leaders to establish new regional or sector-specific chapters. Volunteer Leadership: Recruit, onboard, and manage volunteer alumni chapter leaders, providing them with the resources and university alignment needed for success. Alumni Engagement & Activity Programming Event Strategy: Plan, coordinate, and execute high-impact alumni events, including networking mixers, speaker panels, and homecoming activities (both virtual and hybrid). Benefits & Value Proposition: Define and promote clear benefits for active alumni, ensuring a compelling value proposition that drives sustained engagement. Student-Alumni Bridge: Collaborate with student organizations (such as the Dean’s Council and other student leadership groups) to create mentorship and career-bridging opportunities between current students and alumni. Marketing, Content Curation & Outreach Communications Strategy: Curate and write compelling content for quarterly alumni newsletters, dedicated LinkedIn groups, and spotlight features on the website. Success Story Pipeline: Establish a systematic process to track and showcase alumni achievements, reinforcing the brand value of the institution. Data Analysis & Network Insights Database Management: Clean, update, and manage alumni data records within the CRM to ensure accurate tracking of geographic locations, industries, and giving potential. Engagement Analytics: Track event attendance, email open rates, and chapter growth metrics to provide leadership with quarterly data-driven reports on the health of the alumni network. Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information	Work Notice: Work will be performed on-site and in person. What We Can Offer UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees AD&D Insurance Dental & Vision Plan Options Long and short-term disability TRS Retirement Plan Fertility Benefits Paid time off All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program. Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator*.

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Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214

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Richardson,
TX 75080-3021

972.883.2221

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