Advancement Specialist I

Advancement Specialist I

The College of Arts and Sciences at Utah State University seeks a highly organized and proactive Advancement Specialist I to lead and manage the college's alumni engagement and volunteer relations efforts. This position plays a key leadership role in managing the advancement board and subcommittees-including the Arts Advancement Council-while developing new, strategic alumni programs that foster long-term connection and support for the college. Working closely with the Advancement Events and Operations Coordinator, Development Officers, University Advancement, and the College Dean's Office, this role will oversee board committee operations, drive alumni engagement strategy, and play a key role in donor stewardship and event coordination. This role requires a high level of professionalism through direct engagement with top university donors and academic administrators. This position is based in Logan, Utah, with occasional travel, evening, and weekend hours required.

Responsibilities

Board and Volunteer Management (40%)

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for advancement-related boards and subcommittees, including the Arts Advancement Council.
• Serve as the main liaison between the college and board members, leading monthly communication, planning quarterly meetings, and follow-up.
• Ensure fundraising initiatives align with college advancement priorities, guide subcommittee chairs, and facilitate collaboration.
• Manage board involvement and engagement outcomes to guide future planning and improvements, including board member attendance at meetings, annual giving requirements, connector meetings, term limits, and member charter expectations.
• Ensuring board members abide by the by-laws for each board
• Identify and onboard new high-level board and committee members who can support the college's mission.

Event Planning and Alumni Relations (35%)

USU recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the university's academic mission of learning, discovery, and engagement. USU is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any of its programs and activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity / expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or local, state, or federal law.