WSU Advancement Careers
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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.
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Edward R. Murrow College of Communication
Director of Development 2
The Director of Development 2 is responsible for supporting the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication fundraising goals by planning and conducting outreach designed to promote constituent understanding of the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication activities and research with the aim of cultivating donors and raising philanthropic gifts. These efforts may include, but are not limited to annual giving, major gift development, and planned gift identification and advancement. Extensive travel in Washington State, the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere is required. A Director of Development 2 qualifies approximately 50 prospective donors, secures 5-15 major gifts or pledges, opens a minimum of 10 solicitations, and meets a minimum annual fundraising goal of $250,000.
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on October 25, 2026
Washington State University Foundation
Gift Processing Manager
The Gift Processing Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the day-to-day gift processing operations of the WSU Foundation, overseeing gifts and pledges from initial receipt through preparation, entry, posting, and receipting. The position leads and supervises assigned staff and is accountable for the timely, accurate, and efficient completion of processing $150 million+ in gifts and gift modifications annually in accordance with established Foundation, University, IRS, CASE, and other applicable requirements.
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 1, 2026
Washington State University Foundation
Gift Processing Specialist
Under general supervision, the Gift Processing Specialist will provide gift processing support for the WSU Foundation’s Gift Accounting operations with primary responsibility for the accurate and timely receipt, preparation, entry, posting, and documentation of donations. Apply established Foundation, University, IRS, CASE, cash handling, and departmental requirements to process routine and complex gift transactions and maintain complete and accurate fiscal and donor records.
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 1, 2026
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