Director Donor Advisor - Rathgeber Village Campus

Position Overview

Director Donor Advisor – Rathgeber Village Campus at SAFE Alliance.

SAFE Alliance seeks a Director Donor Advisor for the Administrative & Executive Program in the Development Department. The Director partners closely with executive leadership, the SAFE Foundation, and the stewardship team to deliver a values‑aligned donor experience rooted in trust, transparency, and impact. This role ensures the success of major donor engagement through strategic pipeline development, data‑driven intelligence, and relationship management.

Full‑time, exempt. Annual salary $80,000–$95,000, depending on experience.

Work location:

Rathgeber Village Campus in the Muller area. Some travel within the community or between campuses; hybrid/remote work allowed.

• Employee Only:
  Health insurance, short‑term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
• Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
• 8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
• Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
• A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
• SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
• Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full‑time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.

• Bachelor's degree in Philanthropy, Business, Communications, or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive nonprofit development experience required.
• Proven track record in major gift fundraising with portfolio success.
• Experience managing or developing a planned giving program strongly preferred.
• Previous experience with moves management, pipeline oversight, and donor CRM systems required.
• Proven ability to cultivate and close six‑ and seven‑figure gifts.
• Demonstrated expertise in major donor pipeline and moves management systems.
• Strong analytical abilities using CRM data for forecasting and portfolio optimization.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including donor‑facing messaging.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and navigate sensitive donor conversations.
• Work in a well‑lit office environment with extended periods at a desk.
• Regular communication using email, phone, and in‑person meetings.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds (event materials).
• Evening and weekend hours required for donor events and stewardship.
• Hybrid schedule available based on operational needs and donor engagement activities.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre‑employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
• All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID‑19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.

• We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, Linked In or any other social media messaging service.
• Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
• All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
• All employees will be required to attend a three‑day new employee orientation that is held both in‑person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
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