Director of Development (6089)

The Salvation Army is seeking an experienced Development Director for the Central Oklahoma Area Command to implement, administer, and sustain a development plan.

The Salvation Army operates in communities across the United States. We are committed to meeting human needs wherever we can by providing food distribution, disaster relief, rehabilitation centers, anti-human trafficking efforts, housing for homeless, children's programs and many other programs.

Employee Benefits

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to our employees and their families. Because of this, we offer a competitive salary, full health coverage, retirement, professional development, and paid time off!
About this opportunity

Plans, develops, implements, administers, and monitors fundraising programs for Central Oklahoma Area Command. Develops and secures funds to achieve/surpass fundraising goals through a variety of financial development vehicles including: (1) individual major gifts and individual donor upgrading; (2) corporate gifts and sponsorships; (3) foundation support for specific programs and projects; (4) capital campaigns; (5) special events; (6) United Way Funding; and (7) City, County, State, and Federal Government grants.

You are an ideal match for the role if you have:

• • • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with specialized training in fundraising management highly desirable AND three to five years' experience of progressively responsible experience in fundraising and fundraising management OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, including Area Command and Divisional staff, donors, Advisory Board members, corporations, and community philanthropists.
    • Significant prior experience planning, developing, implementing fundraising strategies and determining their effectiveness in achieving short- and long-term goals.
    • Considerable experience with a donor/contact management system (CRM)
    • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
    • Experience or ability to work with boards, councils, and committees with successful outcomes.
    • Strong desire to work for the mission and cause of The Salvation Army.
    • CFRE Certification preferred.
    • This position will be in the office at the Central Oklahoma Area Command, with local travel in the area.
    • Valid Driver's License required

For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io.


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


Candidates should 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.


Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans Disabled


Bona-fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ):


This position requires an active Christian faith in harmony with Salvation Army doctrine and practice.