Summary of Duties:

WSU Advancement exists to create and sustain relations with those who a re inspired by the impact Washington State University (WSU) makes on the communities we serve – specifically, we help individuals, families, and partners find ways to meaningfully contribute to WSU’s forward trajectory. WSU Advancement puts Cougar spirit into action by engaging in meaningful philanthropic engagement to advance WSU’s land-grant mission.

As the Assistant Director of Annual Giving, you will support the mission of the WSU Foundation (WSUF) and Advancement. You will be responsible for fundraising and philanthropic engagement campaign and programming support for the Annual Giving Office. This position analyzes historical and donor data to assist with strategic planning and project management. This position performs a variety of administrative and management support tasks, as well as serves as an office liaison systemwide for annual giving activities.

As the Assistant Director, you will train, educate, and guide WSUF internal partners and stakeholders to maintain effective Annual Giving fundraising efforts across the University; serve as a resource to University internal partners for direct fundraising strategy, process, and consultation; maintain positive working relationships and collaborate with internal partners; aid in program development to ensure WSUF Annual Giving serves the needs of WSU and the WSU Foundation; represent the WSU Foundation to internal and external constituents; and engage in fundraising activities that include cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors. 

Percentage Breakdown of Job Functions:

• 35% Program and Project Assistance
• 25% Partnership Management
• 20% Administrative Support
• 15% Annual Giving Research and Analysis
• 5% Other Duties as Assigned

For more information regarding the position responsibilities, please click http://foundation.wsu.edu/assistant-director-annual-giving-wsu-foundation/

Annual Salary: This position is based in WSU Zone 1 and Salary Grade 3, which has a minimum annual salary of $45,010.20 and maximum annual salary of $64,770.72. The Hiring Department’s expected hiring range is $50,000 – $55,000.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information, please review WSU’s Administrative Professional Compensation.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

FTE: 100%This is a Permanent position.

This position may be eligible for a remote working arrangement.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of experience, which includes six (6) months of full-time experience in marketing, gift solicitation or public contact work with evidence of ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively orally and in writing and organize and execute assignments. A Master’s degree in a relevant field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills that demonstrate the ability to work with variety of individuals, such as prospects/donors, faculty and staff, students, development officers, administration, and vendors.
• Demonstrated project management experience with a strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
• Demonstrated computer software skills, including the ability to use office software.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends. 

• Knowledge of fundraising principles and techniques.
• Event, conference, virtual or in-person meeting, or workshop planning and scheduling experience.
• Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university or similar complex organization.
• Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) databases. 

Additional Information:

City, State, Zip:

Pullman, WA 99163 (Remote/Hybrid)

Overtime Eligibility:

Overtime Eligible

Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

Application Instructions:

Please upload all of the required documents (identified below) within the online application. External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application. in the “Resume/CV” or “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

• Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files.
• Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
• Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.
• Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements

Required Documents:
1) Resume/CV
2) Cover Letter

WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [email protected].