Assistant Director, Athletics Development

West Virginia University Foundation • Morgantown, WV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Assistant Director, Athletics Development position is securing philanthropic support with a focus on major gift commitments of $50,000 and above for WVU Athletics.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of fundraising or related experience.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding and knowledge of ticketing and donor software a plus (Paciolian, Salesforce, Blackbaud etc.)

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, as defined by working with the WVU Foundation, from initial identification, cultivation, proposal development, solicitation and through stewardship.
• Develop and implement an annual action plan to fulfill all quantifiable work performance goals for contacts, solicitations, closed gifts and new prospects identified as defined by the WVU Foundation metrics.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the annual giving, ticket priority and premium seating program within the Mountaineer Athletic Club.
• Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of the WVU Intercollegiate athletic program, assuring effective representation of all aspects of the program and opportunities for philanthropic support.
• Knowledge of using and/or optimizing the use of technology platforms including social media for marketing, communications, data reporting and analysis.
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director, Athletics Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level