Director of Early Educator Leadership Network

Overview

The Director of the Early Educator Leadership Network is responsible for creating and executing strategies that engage and strengthen relationships with alumni who are graduates of the Early Education Leaders Institute programs at UMass Boston. This individual will act as the key liaison between the organization and its alumni community, ensuring that alumni remain supported, involved, and connected with the organization's mission through various programming, events, and outreach efforts. The Director will oversee alumni network staff, engage in fundraising to support network programming, and build a strong sense of community among alumni and other external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Alumni Network Programming and Staff Supervision

Supervise and support team members delivering alumni network programming, offering content-related support and coaching as needed.

Develop and implement a comprehensive alumni engagement strategy that aligns with the organization’s mission and goals.

Plan and execute various alumni events, such as networking gatherings, webinars, regional meetups, and volunteer opportunities.

Identify potential donors and funders and cultivate relationships to secure financial contributions to support the alumni leadership network in collaboration with the institute’s executive leadership.

Foster a strong sense of community among alumni by facilitating meaningful connections and collaborations.

Monitor the effectiveness of leadership network programs through regular feedback and evaluation mechanisms.

Collaborate with internal departments, including program staff, communications, and development, to integrate alumni engagement strategies into broader organizational goals.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Compensation and Conditions

This is a grant funded, exempt union position with a current end date of June 30, 2026, subject to renewal contingent on funding and university needs. Pay Grade : 33. Salary ranges are available through the university HR resources. All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If accommodations are needed, please contact HRDirect@umb.edu or 617-287-5150.

Application Instructions

Please apply online with your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references. Review of candidates will begin following the application closing date : 10 Sep 2025 Eastern Daylight Time.

Only Internal candidates in the Professional Staff Bargaining Unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting. All other candidates will be considered after that period.

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