Alumni Coordinator, Alumni Bridge Program

Position: Alumni Coordinator, Alumni Bridge Program

Category: Full-time, exempt

Reports to: Chief Director of Programs

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to [email protected]

About Futures Ignite:

Futures Ignite partners with schools to spark and propel bold college and career futures for every

student.

We work at the intersection of college access, career exploration, and youth

leadership—ensuring that all students, particularly those from historically underserved

communities, graduate with a clear, supported, and best-fit postsecondary plan. Our model is

school-based, equity-driven, and deeply relational, embedding programming, advising, and

real-world experiences directly into the high school journey.

Across our partner schools, including WHEELS and IN-Tech Academy, and expanding to Jonas

Bronck Academy in the Bronx in the upcoming school year, students engage in a continuum of

support from 9th through 12th grade. This includes academic preparation, hands-on career

exposure, and leadership development. Through initiatives like our STEM Environmental

Leadership programs and Civic Science partnerships, students don’t just prepare for the future,

they actively shape it.

As we grow, Futures Ignite is building a comprehensive college and career access system that

extends beyond high school graduation, ensuring students not only get to their next step, but

persist and thrive once they arrive.

About the Alumni Bridge Program

The Alumni Bridge Program is how Futures Ignite delivers on its promise: not just

launching students into college and career pathways. but staying with them as they build

bold futures.

The transition after high school is a defining moment. Too often, students, especially

first-generation students, face financial, academic, and personal barriers that can stall their

progress. Alumni Bridge meets this moment with proactive, high-touch, and relationship-driven

support, including consistent 1:1 advising, group workshops, and real-time communication via

text and virtual platforms.

Through targeted programming and deep partnerships with colleges, workforce programs, and

community-based organizations, the program drives what matters most:

● Successful transition into postsecondary pathways

● First-year persistence and continued momentum

● Real-time navigation of financial, academic, and life barriers

● Clear alignment to long-term college and career goals

Alumni Bridge also serves as a pipeline into Futures Ignite’s growing, active alumni

community—where graduates stay connected, support one another, and step into leadership.

Beginning in the 2026–2027 program year, this will be further strengthened through an Alumni

Advisory Board, positioning alumni as leaders and co-builders of the program.

About the Role:

Futures Ignite is seeking a dynamic, relationship-driven, and highly organized Alumni

Coordinator to support the implementation of our Alumni Bridge Program across our two partner

schools: WHEELS and IN-Tech Academy (INTA).

This role is critical in ensuring that alumni are not only accepted into postsecondary pathways,

but persist and thrive once they get there. The Alumni Coordinator will provide direct support to

recent graduates (primarily within one year post-graduation), helping them navigate the

transition to college, workforce training, or other postsecondary pathways.

This is a student-facing role that requires strong relationship-building, consistent follow-up, and

a deep commitment to supporting young adults through a pivotal transition period.

The Alumni Coordinator role key responsibilities:

Alumni Advising & Support (60%)

● Manage a caseload of recent alumni (primarily first-year postsecondary students) across

WHEELS and INTA

● Provide individualized advising and check-ins focused on:

○ College transition and persistence (academic, social, financial)

○ Workforce or credential program navigation

○ Problem-solving barriers (housing, financial aid, course registration, etc.)

● Conduct regular outreach through calls, texts, virtual meetings, and in-person touchpoints

● Support alumni in accessing campus resources, support services, and community-based

organizations

● Track key milestones including enrollment, persistence, and transitions between

pathways

● Identify and respond to early warning signs of “summer melt” or first-year attrition

Program Implementation & Engagement (30%)

● Support implementation of the Alumni Bridge Program model, including:

○ Summer Bridge/Transition programming for graduating seniors

○ First-year persistence workshops and check-ins

○ Alumni community-building events quarterly (virtual and in-person)

● Plan and execute alumni-focused programming such as:

○ Transition workshops (financial aid, time management, navigating campus

systems)

○ Networking events and alumni panels

○ Peer connection opportunities

● Collaborate with Postsecondary Pathways staff to ensure seamless transition from senior

year to alumni support

● Maintain strong documentation of student engagement and program outcomes

Data, Partnerships & Operations (10%)

● Maintain accurate alumni data, including enrollment, persistence, and engagement

metrics

● Manage alumni communication platforms

● Support tracking and reporting aligned to FI’s program goals and KPIs

● Build and maintain relationships with:

○ College support programs (e.g., ASAP, HEOP, SEEK, EOP)

○ Workforce training providers

○ Community-based organizations providing wraparound services

● Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen alumni programming and continuous

improvement

Skills/Qualifications

● Strong relationship builder with a passion for supporting young adults

● Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills

● Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain consistent outreach

● Comfortable working in a fast-paced, student-centered environment

● Commitment to equity and supporting first-generation college students and historically

underserved communities

● Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Experience and Education

● Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience

● 2–4 years of experience in college access, student advising, youth development, or

workforce development

● Experience working with high school students, alumni, or young adults (ages 17–24)

● Experience facilitating workshops, events, or student programming preferred

● Familiarity with college systems, financial aid, or workforce pathways strongly preferred

Benefits and Compensation

● Salary range: $65,000 - $69,000

● Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

● Generous PTO, sick, and bonus days

● School-Year Schedule Alignment: This role generally follows the NYC DOE calendar;

when schools are closed, staff are typically remote

How to Apply

Please submit the following materials to [email protected] by June 19th:

● Resume

● Cover Letter explaining your interest in the role and qualifications for leading a new

school site

Pay: $65,000.00 - $69,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person