Donor Relations Specialist - FT - Tulsa Up to $56,000

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, is looking for a FT Donor Relations Specialist for our Development Office located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Job Summary:

Plans, designs, and implements a comprehensive mid-level donor cultivation, communication, and solicitation strategy that appropriately and consistently promotes the retention and advancement of mid-level donors. Mid-level donors are those who gave between $1,000 and $5,000 cumulatively in at least one of the past two fiscal years. Develops and accomplishes production goals related to targeted portfolio revenue and mid-level donor advancement. Works collaboratively with the Divisional Development Department staff and local development teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of effective donor relations, donor development, and donor recordkeeping practices.

Knowledge of The Salvation Army missions and philosophy

Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of donor databases.

Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of the English language including proper grammar and punctuation

Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records.

Ability to utilize the Internet and other databases for purposes of research and generating data.

Ability to demonstrate proficiency in databases, spreadsheets, word processing, social media, and email.

Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal and social skills and professional care in calling donors and soliciting gifts.

Ability to demonstrate professionalism, perseverance, optimism, and positive attitude when working with donors and colleagues.

Ability to demonstrate decisive and resourceful skills with the ability to be flexible with rapid change and anticipate and ack quickly on opportunities.

Ability to inspire trust in others based on demonstrated integrity and intellectual honesty.

Ability to demonstrate a high level of energy and emotional intelligence, and sensitivity to working with a group of diverse personalities from different cultures.

Ability to work effectively in a team/matrixed-based environment by developing excellent relationships with remote colleagues and local team members.

Ability to travel to field offices or Territorial Headquarters to participate in and/or lead training activities.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to inspire trust in others based on demonstrated integrity and intellectual honesty.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to respond to and assist donors in a courteous and tactful manner.

Ability to maintain an efficient and organized filing system to ensure that items can be retrieved in a timely manner.

Ability to follow instructions, plan and organize work, and work under limited supervision.

Ability to project a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

or

three years progressively responsible experience supporting donors and maintaining donor data in a donor management system with demonstrated experience in effective donor relations and development,

or

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications:

Valid State Driver License

Physical Requirements: 

Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this posting. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.  

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!