Director of Development

About the Opportunity

The Director of Development at West Virginia University Institute of Technology serves as the lead fundraising professional for WVU Tech, responsible for advancing philanthropic support across the full spectrum of giving. With a primary emphasis on major gifts of $50,000 and above, this role partners closely with the President, academic and athletic leadership, faculty, and staff to align fundraising strategy with campus academic priorities, student success initiatives, and strategic growth goals.

What You'll Do

• Lead and strengthen WVU Tech's comprehensive fundraising program, with emphasis on major gift development of $50,000 and above.
• Manage a dynamic portfolio of major gift donors and prospects.
• Serve as the sole development officer dedicated to WVU Tech.
• Serve as a visible and trusted philanthropic partner across WVU Tech.
• Serve as the primary strategic fundraising partner to the WVU Tech President and campus leadership team.
• Develop and execute strategies to increase alumni participation, strengthen corporate and regional partnerships.
• Plan, schedule, and complete frequent travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in direct and progressively responsible experience in major/planned gift fundraising.
• Executive presence, professional writing and business communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.