Donor Relations Officer

Position: Donor Relations Officer Classification: Full-time, Exempt Reports to: Director, Donor Relations Location: Houston, TX Benefits: Robust benefits package, Generous PTO, Matching Retirement Position Description: The Donor Relations Officer is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies related to the identification, qualification, engagement, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift level donors. The Donor Relations Officer will manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors and prospects, including individuals, foundations and corporations, with an emphasis on securing major gifts from individual donors. The Donor Relations Officer is also responsible for meeting annual revenue targets and will work directly with the Director, Donor Relations to execute and achieve comprehensive major gift strategies that meet established financial goals. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Three (3) years' experience in fundraising. Knowledge of general office equipment and software, including use of personal computers, smart phones, printers, and Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with constituent relationship management (CRM) database. Work Conditions: Environment: Hybrid - Office, Community Range of Schedule: Mon - Fri, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, Occasional nights or weekends. Travel: Frequent, Local (Must have reliable transportation, valid Texas Driver License and Auto Insurance) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: