Sr Corporate Giving Specialist

Department: Communications & Culture Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: The Senior Corporate Giving Specialist supports the Employee & Corporate Giving Team by leading initiatives for the CoHeart Relief Fund that provide critical assistance to Employees during times of need. They'll manage the end-to-end grant application process, including case management, documentation, grant decisions, and communication with Employees throughout the application lifecycle. They'll also coordinate the internal grant review committee and support Employee communications and annual fundraising efforts. The Senior Corporate Giving Specialist leverages strong communication, empathy, organization, and decision‑making skills to deliver meaningful support to Employees and help strengthen Southwest's impact in the communities it serves. Additional Details: The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face‑to‑face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Manage Southwest Airlines program activities and associated events Create impactful and inspirational stories to communicate internally and externally Lead and execute large‑scale programs and events Analyze measurable reports and data that support community outreach programs and initiatives Coordinate with external agencies and partners to meet goals and objectives Ensure Employee & Corporate Giving programs are relevant and meet evolving trends/best practices Help identify strategic opportunities to align & integrate Employee & Corporate Giving activities with internal Southwest departments Identify opportunities to achieve Department and Company goals as directed by Executive Leadership, and provide solutions through analysis, strategic thinking, resource planning, and coordination with Leaders Identify strategic opportunities, assessing and demonstrating the viability of partnerships and/or activity to determine appropriate action; and overseeing the launch of associated events May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods, including alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media Skilled in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making Ability to listen to, understand, and communicate ideas presented in writing and/or in speaking with others Ability to propose creative ideas about a topic or program Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among unrelated events) Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Intermediate level experience, fully functioning broad knowledge in:Community Relations, Communications, or Marketing Licensing/Certification N/A Physical Abilities Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job Other Qualifications Must maintain a well‑groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Must be able to travel and work weekends and nights as expected for this position Pay & Benefits Competitive market salary from $73,600 per year to $81,800 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. 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