Major Gifts Manager (7089)

Job DetailsJob Location: TX-San Antonio AC - San Antonio, TX 78212Position Type: Full Time RegularEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeTravel Percentage: MinimalJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Fundraising & Donor RelationsSchedule/Hours: M- F 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (EXEMPT) This position is responsible for: Plans, develops and manages the Major Gifts Department within the Development Department; coordinates major funding particularly from individuals within the command; provides oversight and/or coordination and preparation of proposals for all requests for major individual funding appropriate to The Salvation Army, seeking out new funding opportunities for Army programs around the command; works directly with the Director of Development and team to develop comprehensive development plans that include the cultivation of major gift resources, multi-year commitment funds and other strategic support in order to generate revenue to support the Area Command. Assists in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating a variety of resource development strategies as part of the development team in order to achieve short-range and long-range goals of the department and the Area Command. Prepares solicitation materials for individual prospects and as needed for corporate and/or foundation prospects; accompanies Advisory Board members, Volunteers, Area Commander, and Director of Development Attends meetings and other community involvements as assigned, which are pertinent to the promotion and support of The Salvation Army and enhancing its development programs and projects; performs public speaking to promote awareness and support of Salvation Army programs Acts as liaison to prospects, donors, and external contact; develops relationships with the local and broader community to enhance support of operations for which this position is responsible. Employee Benefits Paid Time off,  Voluntary Life Insurance,  Medical and Life Insurance, Supplement Insurance Available WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, marketing, communication, or related field, and Three to five years related work experience in fundraising, with two years in major gifts, with one year in supervisory role preferred, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Certifications:  Valid State Driver’s License Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled