Recruiting Opportunity Closes: Annual Salary: $110,000

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Position: Divisional Director of Gift Planning

Supervisor: Director of Development

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The 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 Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume and cover letter.

To apply online go to: , or

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave., Happy Valley, OR 97086. Bring a resume and cover letter and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact David Swanson at or call (503) 794-3200. Mr. Swanson is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or , attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Overview:

An opportunity to impact your community by collaborating with a team of innovative Charitable Estate Planning professionals as the regional Director. This position includes identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors interested in impacting others through their giving. Work includes applying charitable gift planning to mutually benefit donors, their families, and The Salvation Army. Supervise Associate Director of Gift Planning and Assistant to the Gift Planning Team.

Benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package

Collaborative Team-Spirit Environment

Training in advanced Charitable Estate Planning techniques Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum five (5) plus years of proven success in charitable gift planning or in related fields of fundraising, financial planning, or technical sales

A preference for candidates with an advanced degree or certification such as: Certified Financial Planner (“CFP”), MBA, JD, CPA, CSPG, CAP, or FCEP Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for a portfolio of 100+ existing gift planning donors, 200+ prospects & professional advisors

Maintain annual stewardship for all bequest and life income donors within your area

40% of time traveling to achieve 12 in-person visits per month

Deliver 10+ proposals per month that will generate $ in new commitments the first year Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, sales, finance, or related field

Have a passion for and FULLY support the whole mission of The Salvation Army

Strong ability to identify and close gifts six and seven-figure gift plans

Active listener (70% listening 30% speaking) with experience in assisting people in making decisions

Attention to detail with effective communication skills making complex ideas simple

An understanding of bequests, charitable gift annuities, charitable unitrusts, and life estates

Proficient in the use of computers and a wide variety of software programs