What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Development/Catamount Club position at Western Carolina University?
The primary location of this position is on-site at the Cullowhee, NC campus. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).
Are you passionate about collegiate athletics and inspired by the power of philanthropy to elevate the student-athlete experience? Western Carolina University invites applications for a dynamic and driven individual to join our team as an Assistant Director of Development/Catamount Club. This is your opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on WCU Athletics by helping to shape the future of our programs and the lives of our student-athletes.
Are you passionate about collegiate athletics and inspired by the power of philanthropy to elevate the student-athlete experience? Western Carolina University invites applications for a dynamic and driven individual to join our team as an Assistant Director of Development/Catamount Club. This is your opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on WCU Athletics by helping to shape the future of our programs and the lives of our student-athletes.
Reporting to the Director of the Catamount Club, this position plays a visible, hands-on role within both the Athletics Department and the Division of Advancement. The Assistant Director is responsible for fundraising, donor engagement, and events management to support WCU Athletics and to meet annual development goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects as part of the Athletics Development team.
- Manage a donor portfolio, with emphasis on new member identification, renewals, and upgrades.
- Primarily staff for execution of the annual Greek Challenge
- Support marketing and promotional strategies to grow the Catamount Club.
- Collaborate with staff to execute special events such as the Catamount Golf Tour and athletics gala.
- Support game-day donor hospitality for football, basketball, and baseball.
- Collaborate with staff in support of the donor parking and ticket priority processes.
- Work closely with the Assistant Director of Annual Giving for Student and Young Alumni Engagement to execute the Student Catamount Club initiative.
- Participate in student-athlete alumni engagement and philanthropic opportunities.
- Execute regional prospecting, especially within the Southeast.
- Carry out other duties as assigned by the Director of the Catamount Club
This position is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a team-oriented environment and believes in the transformative potential of college athletics. If you’re ready to build something meaningful at a place where student success and school spirit run deep—join us.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position:
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position:
- Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and donor database systems.
Minimum Qualifications
- Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America without the need for employer sponsorship or any other type of immigration-related assistance.
- Bachelor’s degree required. Candidate must have previous experience in Fundraising, preferably in Collegiate Athletics. This position involves local and occasional out of state travel. Flexibility, including necessity of frequent night and weekend work, is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week
40
Number of Months Per Year
12
Posting Text
Open Date
12/19/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered, you must apply online.
Please attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references (including complete contact information) to complete the application.
For questions and additional information, please contact James Hogan at jhogan@email.wcu.edu or (828)227-3037.
Please attach a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references (including complete contact information) to complete the application.
For questions and additional information, please contact James Hogan at jhogan@email.wcu.edu or (828)227-3037.
Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification
All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.