Development Director III

Location:          Charlottesville Corps – Charlottesville, VA        

Position Type:    Regular, Full-Time

Pay Range:        $66,962.61 - $83,702.36

About this opportunity:

Under the direct supervision of the Commanding Officer and the indirect supervision of the Divisional Development Director, the Director of Development creates and oversees the implementation of a strategic approach to increase fundraising results through major gifts, corporate donations, grant solicitation, direct mail, special events, community relations and in-kind resources. 

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure strategic plans and critical fund raising processes are carried out in a timely manner. Develop procedures for the development department which reflect ethical fundraising practices. Prepare and submit grant applications as outlined in the development plan.
• Lead the implementation of the approved development plan, in accordance with ethical fundraising principles.
• Monitor trends in the community or region and adapt fundraising strategies as necessary. Understand and follow Salvation Army fundraising policies.
• Engage volunteers for special fund development projects using established volunteer management practices and assist the Corps Officer in staffing the Advisory Organizations.

What we are looking for in you:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university AND Seven (7) years of experience in a comprehensive development program with progressively responsible experience and demonstrated success; OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Valid Driver’s License is required.

Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is preferred.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work may be performed in a normal office environment within a climate-controlled structure. There are little, or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, and dirt.  Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.).  Duties are usually performed seated.  Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal and Holiday Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance and more!

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Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Five values at the heart of everything we do…We are…

• Passionate
• Compassionate
• Uplifting
• Brave
• Trustworthy

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period:  04/19/2025 – 05/03/2025

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.

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