Executive Director for Development and Letterwinner Engagement

Executive Director for Development and Letterwinner Engagement
Position Title: Executive Director for Development and Letterwinner Engagement

Department: Athletic Promotions – Troy

Location: Troy – T01

Position Summary

The Executive Director for Development and Letterwinner Engagement serves as the primary liaison between Troy University’s former and current student‑athletes, fostering lifelong engagement, professional networking, and philanthropic support. This position is responsible for leading and revitalizing the T‑Club Letterwinners Association, developing meaningful relationships with former student‑athletes, cultivating donor prospects, and creating opportunities that connect letterwinners with current student‑athletes. The position also serves as a Development Officer for the University, managing a portfolio of donor prospects and supporting the University’s fundraising objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the T‑Club Letterwinners Association.

Develop and execute a comprehensive plan to revitalize and relaunch the T‑Club Letterwinners Association, including the successful implementation of new initiatives and programming prior to the start of the fall athletic seasons.

Establish and manage an annual membership program for the T‑Club Letterwinners Association, including membership benefits and engagement opportunities.

Serve as the primary point of contact for former student‑athletes, maintaining strong relationships and encouraging active participation in University and Athletics initiatives.

Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward former student‑athletes and other constituents as potential donors to the University and Athletics programs.

Collaborate with University Advancement and Athletics leadership to meet established fundraising goals and objectives.

Coordinate and participate in sport‑specific reunions, career fairs, networking events, and professional development programs designed to connect current student‑athletes with T‑Club members and other alumni.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Previous experience in collegiate athletics or as a collegiate athlete.

Familiarity with student‑athlete development, career readiness programming, and alumni engagement best practices.

Experience in alumni engagement/alumni relations, athletic administration, development, fundraising, donor relations, or a related field.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse constituencies and engage volunteers, alumni, and donors.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and event‑planning skills.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Willingness to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

List of References

Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcript 2

Other Document

- Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
- Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiant employer.
- Troy University participates in eVerify.

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