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Working Title: Alumni Networks Officer 

Classification Title: Alumni Relations Professional II

Posting Details 

Priority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Friday, July 24, 2026

Hiring Preference

Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving and with input from the CEO of the Sacramento State Alumni Association, the Alumni Networks Officer is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and management of alumni affinity groups and networks that engage Sacramento State’s 310,000+ alumni.

The position serves as an advisor and liaison to volunteer alumni leaders, guiding the development of annual engagement plans, event portfolios, and programmatic approaches that align with best practices in alumni engagement and career-connected programming. The incumbent develops tools, templates, and resources to support affinity groups and networks in creating meaningful, outcomes-oriented engagement opportunities, and works to expand adoption of technology platforms that facilitate mentoring, networking, and ongoing alumni-student interaction.

The incumbent leads the coordination of scalable, volunteer-driven engagement programs that strengthen connections among alumni while advancing institutional priorities related to student success and career outcomes. This includes partnering with alumni volunteer leaders to plan and deliver programs and experiences that emphasize career exploration, mentorship, professional networking, and workforce connections for students and recent graduates.

In addition, the incumbent builds and maintains collaborative relationships with campus partners to align alumni engagement efforts with broader university initiatives and develops approaches to track participation and assess the effectiveness of programs in contributing to career access, connection, and advancement.

The position provides lead work direction to a part-time graduate student intern, providing direction, project oversight, and professional development support.

Overall, this role advances the mission of the Alumni Association and the University by strengthening alumni communities and leveraging alumni engagement as a driver of equitable access to career-connected relationships and opportunities.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation) 

Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,274 per month ($63,288 annually, Step 1) - $5,823 per month ($69,876 annually, Step 6)

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,274 per month (Step 1) - $7,684 per month (Step 20)

Salary step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience.

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Salary Grade/Range: 1 

Recruitment Type: Regular (Probationary)

Time Base: Full-Time

Pay Plan: 12 months 

Work Hours: Standard work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required based on operational needs.

Department Information 

Minimum Qualifications 

Experience and Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience. Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis

Required Qualifications 

1. Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience.
2. Demonstrated experience developing, coordinating, and managing programs or initiatives, preferably involving volunteer or stakeholder engagement.
3. Experience working with volunteers, boards, or advisory groups in a nonprofit, higher education, or member-based environment.
4. Ability to effectively lead and train staff, student employees, and volunteers.
5. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and guide program development, including setting goals, recommending improvements, and aligning activities with broader organizational priorities.
6. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations including alumni, students, faculty, staff, and community members.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas, facilitate discussions, and build consensus among stakeholders.
8. Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
9. Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and exercise sound judgment in interpreting policies and making recommendations.
10. Demonstrated competence in applying judgment to resolve non-standard problems and issues.
11. Experience planning and coordinating events, programs, or engagement activities.
12. Experience using technology platforms or systems to support program delivery, communication, or engagement (e.g., CRM systems, event platforms, or mentoring/networking tools).
13. Ability to develop or support programs that promote career exploration, professional development, mentorship, or workforce engagement.
14. Working knowledge and understanding of alumni relations principles and current best practices.
15. Knowledge of alumni relations, student affairs, event planning, and stewardship principles and processes.
16. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and advancing equitable access to opportunities for diverse populations.

Work Schedule Requirements:

1. Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.
2. Ability to work off-campus, as needed.

Conditions of Employment:

• Satisfactory completion of the background check process.

Preferred Qualifications 

1. Two to four years of progressively responsible experience in alumni relations, higher education, nonprofit, or a related field.
2. Experience using a customer relationship management (CRM) system.
3. Experience supporting or implementing mentoring, networking, or career-focused programs.
4. Experience working in a decentralized or large organizational environment requiring cross-campus or cross-unit collaboration.

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and is recognized by the California Legislative Assembly as a Black-Serving Institution. The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/people-climate/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html.

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification: 

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery . 

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [email protected].

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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