• Development Corporate & Donor Relations Specialist

    The Salvation Army (Columbus, OH)


    Overview

     

    Classification:Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., weekends and evenings as needed

     

    Salary: $55, 000 - $60,000 Annually

     

    Job Focus: The Corporate and Donor Relations Specialist is responsible for developing new philanthropic relationships and strengthening existing partnerships with corporations, businesses, and individual donors to secure critical funding and volunteer support for The Salvation Army in Central Ohio. This role works collaboratively with the Development Department, Donor Relations Director, Corps Officers, and other key stakeholders to advance The Salvation Army’s mission. This position will implement a comprehensive engagement plan focused on cultivating donors, securing sponsorships, engaging volunteers, and fostering meaningful community connections through stewardship, events, and strategic partnerships.

    Benefits:

    + Changing the lives of the less fortunate

    + Generous paid time off every year that includes Holidays, Vacation Days, Personal days, and Sick time

    + Comprehensive health care coverage with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles

    + Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life

    + Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

    Qualifications

    + Strong commitment to and understanding of The Salvation Army’s mission, values, and faith-based approach.

    + Bachelor’s Degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute for formal education.

    + Preferred minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience working in corporate relations, fundraising, sales, or nonprofit development with proven success in relationship building and revenue generation.

    + Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

    + Strong relationship management and donor stewardship abilities.

    + Comfort and proficiency in solicitation, including direct donor and corporate asks.

    + Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects effectively.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and donor management systems (Salesforce preferred).

    + The ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with The Salvation Army’s insurance requirements.

    + Occasional morning, evening, and weekend work required for events and donor meetings.

     

    The Salvation Army’s Mission StatementThe Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christand to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

     

    Job LocationsUS-OH-Columbus

     

    Job ID 2025-13809

     

    Category Fundraising

     

    Compensation Min USD $55,000.00/Yr.

     

    Compensation Max USD $60,000.00/Yr.

     

    Type Regular Full-Time