Assistant Director of Development, Athletics

Western Kentucky University, a member of Conference USA and a Football Bowl Subdivision NCAA member institution, seeks to hire an individual for the position of Assistant Director of Development for the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation (HAF). This is a 12-month, full-time position. This position will report directly to the Executive Director for HAF. Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Focus on securing philanthropic gifts and expanding annual giving programs to drive greater levels of support for the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation and WKU Athletics
• Identify and solicit new prospects for premium seating and hospitality areas
• Collaborate with the communications team to create graphics and various printed materials for events, social media posts, fundraising initiatives, etc.
• Assist in managing all customer service functions including incoming/outgoing calls and emails
• Coordinate fundraising and stewardship events, including tailgates, receptions, and other engagement activities for WKU Athletics.
• Work closely with coaches and staff to plan and execute team-specific fundraising initiatives and donor experiences
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing teams to develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan for assigned sports
• Oversee hospitality areas on football and basketball gamedays
• Update and monitor the HAF website and social media
• Develop and coordinate an annual solicitation and renewal calendar
• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Experience in Advance donor software along with Archtics/Ticketmaster ticketing system
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and networking skills with individuals and groups
• Must be a goal-oriented person who can manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office & Outlook
• The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation and customer service

• Bachelor's degree
• Ability to work evenings and weekends including football and men's and women's basketball home games

Salary: $40,000-$46,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

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