Alumni Agencies Jobs

If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Cathcart, director of human resources, at careers@vmiaa.org or 800-444-1839 ext. 229.

For a comprehensive list of all job openings at Virginia Military Institute, go to the VMI Jobs page.

Director of Reunion Giving and Engagement

The VMI Alumni Agencies is searching for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual ready to serve as the director of reunion giving and engagement.

Reporting to the VMI Foundation chief operating officer, the director of reunion giving and engagement works with fundraising colleagues and volunteer reunion committees to lead the development of successful campaigns, providing planning and oversight for the 10th, 25th, and 50th Reunion classes to execute successful fundraising campaigns to benefit VMI and the Corps of Cadets for years to come. The director of reunion giving and engagement will also work with all reunion classes to help them reconnect and ensure every brother rat is invited and encouraged to attend their reunion.

What you will be doing:

  • Work closely with the VMI Foundation COO to build reunion campaign timelines and strategies for each upcoming class to increase reunion gift outcomes through reunion campaign meetings, face-to-face donor, and volunteer visits with the goal of increasing financial support and class participation.
  • Work with the Alumni Agencies chief development officer to ensure major gift fundraisers are engaged with prospects from the classes and coordinate mailings.
  • Actively contribute to achieving reunion fundraising goals.
  • Plan each reunion campaign using data-driven models to help drive/ensure successful outcomes.
  • Guide prospect identification efforts within each class, identifying potential lead donors and establishing appropriately ambitious goals.
  • Recruit volunteers to serve on reunion committees—ideally, fundraising, outreach, and event logistics. Encourage peer-to-peer outreach to increase engagement, contact updates, and donations.
  • Provide progress reports to volunteers, fundraising colleagues, and key administrators.
  • Work closely with the reunion team to fulfill committee needs.

Who we are looking for:

  • Someone with a 4-year degree or experience in events, higher education, or similar is preferred.
  • Someone with strong organizational and planning skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
  • A proven track record of written and oral communication skills is important.
  • Someone who enjoys research analytics with experience in fundraising.
  • A history of experience with volunteer or personnel management.
  • A self-starter who works independently, overseeing projects and managing competing priorities.
  • A person who is up to speed and comfortable working with software such as Microsoft Office Suite and Raiser’s Edge/NXT or other database software.

Benefits and Compensation:

The VMI Alumni Agencies offers competitive salaries, an excellent retirement program, and a generous leave and holiday program.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@vmiaa.org with the subject line: “Director of Reunion Giving and Engagement.” Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

About The VMI Alumni Agencies:

The VMI Alumni Agencies inform, engage, and inspire VMI alumni, family, and friends to support the Institute. VMI, founded in 1839, is the nation’s oldest state-supported military college, consistently ranked among the top public liberal arts colleges. Located in historic Lexington, Virginia, VMI prepares honorable leaders for the challenges of 21st-century citizenship.

The VMI Alumni Agencies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. Join us in making a difference and advancing the mission of VMI.

Senior Director of Alumni Programs

The VMI Alumni Association is looking for an enthusiastic contributor to assist the Chief Operating Officer in the purpose and mission of VMI’s robust alumni experience as Senior Director of Alumni Programs.

 Key Responsibilities:

  1. Associate leadership: The ideal individual will provide dynamic and creative leadership, supporting the COO in all key initiatives.
  2. Support for New Cadet Recruiting: Maintain and build a robust program through which the Alumni Association and its members support VMI Admissions in recruiting and retaining high-quality candidates.
  3. Connect with Cadets: Enhance the relationship with the current Corps of Cadets to build their understanding of the VMI Alumni Agencies mission and their future benefits as alumni.
  4. Synchronize outreach and engagement with class agents:  Increase regular participation of alumni classes and their agents by sharing best practices between classes and informing classes of important events and happenings.
  5. Present purpose, vision, and initiatives: Assist in presenting the vision of the Alumni Association to various groups, chapters, boards, and reunion classes.
  6. Events, engagement, and affinity gatherings: Plan and execute affinity reunions, board meetings, and the annual Volunteer Leaders Conference with the support of the team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Experience in alumni relations, event planning, or related fields is preferred.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities on multiple platforms.
  • Exemplary oral communication skills, including the ability to represent the Institute to large groups.
  • Experience building professional relationships and programs.
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite, presentation software, and social media platforms.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work with a nationally-ranked college with a rich history and vibrant alumni community.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and excellent benefits and leave package.

The VMI Alumni Agencies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. The VMI Alumni Agencies is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@vmiaa.org with the subject line: “Senior Director of Alumni Programs.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

For more information about the VMI Alumni Agencies, visit our website at http://www.vmiaa.org.

Alumni Engagement Officer

Are you an enthusiastic self-starter, ready to assist in the enhancement and development of a robust national alumni chapter network? The VMI Alumni Association is launching this new role designed to provide program support to the director of alumni programs and the COO in optimizing all aspects of the VMI chapter experience to include engagement, participation, and involvement.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination:

  • The ideal person will enjoy planning and executing chapter events and working with chapter leadership to support initiatives.
  • Assist in facilitating the Alumni Association Board of Directors Engagement and Chapter Operations Committees.
  • Support Alumni Association events from planning to execution as part of the team.

Connection:

  • Gather information on chapter involvement and activities to share resources and best practices for all chapters develop creative strategies to connect chapters to the Institute and other alumni.
  • Act as a resource for information to chapter members and leaders regarding VMI activities and priorities.
  • Administer the VMI provisional appointment program, connecting new generations of the VMI family to the Institute.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities on multiple platforms
  • Experience building professional relationships
  • Have a flexible work attitude, ready to support the team where needed.
  • Ability to organize effectively to ensure mission accomplishment and ensure deadlines are met
  • Proficiency with MS Office suite, keynote and presentation software, and social media platforms

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work with a nationally ranked college with a rich history and vibrant alumni community.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and excellent benefits and leave package.

The VMI Alumni Agencies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, age, or disability. The VMI Alumni Agencies is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The Alumni Engagement Officer position is non-exempt.

Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@vmiaa.org with the subject line: “Alumni Engagement Officer.” Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

For more information about the VMI Alumni Agencies, visit our website at http://www.vmiaa.org.