The position advances both national and international alumni programs with the goal of increasing alumni engagement around athletics. Provide high level strategic support for the AVP/ Director of Athletics with all Alumni Relations related work. Partner with Athletics and University Development and Alumni Relations to develop and execute strategies to engage alumni of athletic programs, leading to cultivation for annual gifts. Develop an intimate knowledge of the department’s most impactful community members, gain a deep understanding of the Athletic department’s mission and its offerings, build an awareness of the current strategies to engage the community in the most impactful ways, and help to drive new strategies to further enhance our engagement, fundraising, and stewardship efforts.