Donor Relations Director- 13-130-SD-San Diego Regional Office
Main Salvation ArmySan Diego, California, United States
Posted April 8, 2026
110000 - 120000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Salvation Army is the United States’ largest direct provider of social services, operating nearly 7,000 centers nationwide to serve communities with food, shelter, and emergency relief. Its mission blends faith‑based compassion with practical assistance, offering programs that address poverty, addiction, family support, and youth development while maintaining a commitment to nondiscrimination. The organization’s expansive reach and integrated approach—combining rehabilitation, after‑school initiatives, and disaster response—enable it to deliver comprehensive care across every zip code. As a global evangelical movement, it leverages a strong community network and a values‑driven culture to empower volunteers and staff to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The Donor Relations Director (DRD) plays a key and integral role in the success of the Southern California Division fund development efforts, specifically through ongoing and proactive relationship management, strategic communications plans, gifts cultivation and solicitation activity with an assigned caseload of qualified major donors and a smaller group (10%) of assigned, qualified major gift prospects.
Requirements
- Establish, manage, and fulfill a caseload communications plan
- Manage a caseload of 150 assigned and qualified major donors
- Meet territorially-approved annual activity metrics and income production goals
- Develop team solicitation strategies and facilitate the team planning process
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
