Athletics Major Gifts Lead – Development

West Virginia University Foundation; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia University Foundation is seeking an Assistant Director, Athletics Development to secure philanthropic support for WVU Athletics, focusing on major gifts of $50,000 and above. You will steward a portfolio of donors, develop tailored proposals, and drive gift solicitations in alignment with foundation metrics.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of fundraising experience, with familiarity in donor software such as Salesforce, Blackbaud, and Paciolian.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum 1-2 years of fundraising or related experience.
• Understanding and knowledge of ticketing and donor software a plus (Paciolian, Salesforce, Blackbaud etc.).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects from identification to stewardship.
• Develop and implement an annual action plan to achieve contact, solicitation, and gift goals.
• Develop understanding of annual giving, ticket priority and premium seating programs within Mountaineer Athletic Club.
• Maintain knowledge of WVU Intercollegiate athletic program to promote philanthropic opportunities.
• Utilize technology platforms including social media for marketing, data reporting and analysis.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Blackbaud

Paciolian

Job description

West Virginia University Foundation is seeking an Assistant Director, Athletics Development to secure philanthropic support for WVU Athletics, focusing on major gifts of $50,000 and above. You will steward a portfolio of donors, develop tailored proposals, and drive gift solicitations in alignment with foundation metrics.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of fundraising experience, with familiarity in donor software such as Salesforce, Blackbaud, and Paciolian.