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Salvation Army Austin

Capital Campaign Director

Salvation Army Austin, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


8585 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75247, USA Req #33621 Friday, November 22, 2024 The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a

Director

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Capital Campaign

at North Texas Area Command, located in Dallas, TX. Job Summary:

Plans and manages the day-to-day administration and reporting of all aspects of North Texas Area Command’s campaign activity. A primary focus for the Campaign Director is systematizing the campaign administrative operations, ensuring nimble, accurate production of reports, analytics and materials supporting the campaign and the campaign team. This requires responsiveness, adaptability, and accuracy, tracking many details within a fast-paced workflow. Essential Functions:

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Capital Campaign Reporting and Analytics Responsibilities (50%):

Oversees all aspects of campaign tracking and reporting, including, but not limited to, prospect management, pipeline management, donor recognition and stewardship, and secured naming opportunities. Monitors, analyzes, and reports on campaign metrics and benchmarks on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to Senior Director of Community Relations. Prepares monthly campaign reports to send to Divisional and Territorial Headquarters. Works with Command finance team and Director of Planning and Development to reconcile campaign gifts, pledge payments, and expenses monthly and reports results to Senior Director of Community Relations. Works with Donors Services and Finance teams to ensure that monthly pledge reminders are distributed to donors consistently. Monitors subsequent pledge collections to ensure they are on track through completion of collection schedule. Works with Director of Planning and Development to monitor project benchmarks for the campaign are on track and reports back to the campaign team. Maintains campaign dashboard and prospect pipeline to ensure accurate reporting on all capital campaign progress to Senior Director of Community Relations. Capital Campaign Administration & Communication Responsibilities (40%):

Develops and maintains a current detailed knowledge of The Salvation Army’s Southern Territory capital campaign policies. Ensures that database and records are updated regularly so that prospect pipelines are accurate and donor activity is properly recorded. Ensures that all capital campaign-related files, records and correspondence are maintained as required by Salvation Army policy. Maintains an updated list of naming opportunities—both available and secured. Working with Campaign Coordinator, prepares lists and meeting materials for campaign committee and campaign team meetings. Serves as liaison with the Property Department for capital campaign information and/or assistance. Serves as liaison with select campaign vendors. Oversees and conducts prospect research and creates prospect profiles and prospect action plans to be used by campaign team and volunteers. Maintains and monitors campaign strategy and calendar of activity to ensure that plans are on time and on track. Coordinates with NTXAC Administrative and Development leadership relative to the campaign. Manages campaign calendar and coordinates team calendars for meetings, prepare and distribute agendas and as requested, organize individual donor visit coordination. Other Responsibilities (10%):

Consults with the Senior Director of Community Relations on a regular basis for information with respect to Salvation Army policies, needs, programs and goals which may affect areas of responsibility and implement same by appropriate action. Notifies the Senior Director when conflict with existing policy appears likely or where policy changes seem merited. Develops and maintains efficient office procedures. Maintains a working knowledge of Salvation Army Orders and Regulations, official policy directives and service programs relating to the area of work described. Performs other related work as required. Materials and Equipment:

Personal computer; general office equipment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Direct fundraising experience and a talent for building relationships both external and internal to the organization. Exceptional attention to detail. Knowledge of the principles and practices of Capital Campaign management. Knowledge of the principles and practices of fundraising. Knowledge of effective and efficient record-keeping and bookkeeping practices and procedures. Skill in researching, compiling, and summarizing a variety of informational, technical and financial data and materials. Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials. Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following-up assignments with a minimum of direction. Ability to apply logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures, and protocols. Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with employees in the field, outside vendors, and members of Capital Campaign, Community Relations, and Property departments. Ability to maintain an efficient and organized filing system to ensure that items can be retrieved in a timely manner. Ability to maintain the confidential nature of the department. Ability to follow instructions, plan and organize work, and work under limited supervision. Strong written and verbal skills, ability to create and deliver written and oral presentations. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or other CRM software. Ability to maintain the security and accountability of donated funds and/or assets. Ability to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism and donor care. Ability to apply discretion and independent judgement and exercise confidentiality. Ability to represent The Salvation Army in a positive and professional manner. Ability to build effective relationships with donors, Advisory Board members and Council members. Ability to prepare and maintain up-to-date donor records, reports, and databases. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, highlighting efficiency in Excel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration or a related field, And at least three years experience in Capital Campaign services management, and knowledge of and experience in fundraising, Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License Physical Requirements:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Ability to travel to various locations in order to develop personal relationships with volunteers and other stakeholders. 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. All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. 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. Job Family TX-EXEMPT 8585 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75247, USA

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