Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
October 13, 2025
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
1138-NN_ADMINPRO - Coordinator, 1138-YN_ADMINPRO - Coordinator
Business Title:
Assistant Director, Corporate Engagement
Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)
Position Details:
The Opportunity:
The WSU Foundation builds on the enthusiasm, pride and loyalty of the Cougar family to grow philanthropic relationships, broaden the base of alumni and donor engagement, and responsibly manage assets to advance WSU’s mission, vision and goals.
As the Assistant Director, Corporate Engagement for the WSU Foundation and a member of the Corporate Engagement team, you will develop and manage WSU’s Corporate Cougs alumni and affinity group program to enhance university engagement with alumni employed by key corporate partners. Additionally, you will lead the establishment of corporate alumni networks at select companies, manage related data and communications, and coordinate internal partnerships to support cross-campus collaboration with Fundraising Units. In collaboration with internal teams and external corporate partners, you will identify and track corporate giving opportunities, manage matching gift initiatives, and create and maintain stewardship and sponsorship resources. This position must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing these duties and demonstrate a high level of confidentiality and professionalism while representing the university to internal and external stakeholders.
Assistant Director of Talent Acquistion and Engagement, Steven Julian is happy to take questions about the position details and search process at [email protected].
Additional Information:
This is a full time (100% FTE) temporary position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement. This position is a remote position but the incumbent must be located in the Greater Seattle area.
Start Date: Anticipated start date will be in January 2026.
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary two-year position expected to end on 12/31/2027. May be eligible for permanent status based on performance and funding.
Monthly Salary: $5,337.47 - $8,175.11 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications
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.
Benefits: 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, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.
Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to area of specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Experience in corporate philanthropy and development, fundraising, volunteer management, and/or non-profit work.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Experience with managing multiple projects and setting priorities
Must have, or be able to obtain by the time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance withSPPM7.10and departmental driving standards
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Ability to travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with corporate giving trends and the philanthropic landscape.
Demonstrated ability to plan and execute a fundraising project from conception to realization.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong partnerships with a diverse set of stakeholders.
Experience in writing proposals.
Experience with alumni/donor database applications.
Demonstrated experience with donor prospect research and ‘moves management’ systems.
About Foundation: For more information about the great work we are doing and to find our mission and values, please visit our website linked above.
Area/College: WSU Advancement
Department Name: Corporate Engagement
City, State: Seattle, WA
Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
External candidates, upload all documents in the “Application Document” section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.
Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.
Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
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