Title: Business and Development Director

Location: York, PA

Schedule: M-F, 8:30am-4:30pm

Availability of Position: Immediately

Reports to: Corps Officer

Salary and Grade: 15, Exempt              

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• 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
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Position Overview: The function of the Business and Development Director (BDD) is to manage the financial and property functions of the York Citadel Salvation Army, as well as the fund development function, including soliciting major gifts, corporate gifts, foundations, grants, planned giving, and in-kind contributions, and overseeing oversee special events, additional special fundraising initiatives, and marketing.

Description of Position: 

•  Responsible for the development of systematic promotion, cultivation, and solicitation of individuals within the defined programs and service area.
• Develop, consistent with United Way guidelines, the systematic promotion, cultivation, and solicitation of all corporations with the geographic area served by the office(s) for which he/she is employed.
• Develop, consistent with Salvation Army policy, proposals for local and area foundations, relating to program development, enhancement, and continuity.
• Ensure compliance with the terms of grants and contributions, as well as submit reports as required.
• Identify, with supervisory officer, various programs and services which should be perpetuated through the development of funds and actively cultivate gifts to establish and maintain the program(s).
• Promote The Salvation Army’s planned giving program, including engaging in the indemnification of prospects, cultivating donors, and referring viable prospects to the Divisional Planned Giving Director to cooperatively devise and execute agreements. Primary cultivation shall be in terms of gift annuities and endowments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, employee and public interest groups, as well as plan and direct development and communication of informational programs to maintain favorable public perceptions of the organization's accomplishments.
• Ensure any outside clubs, organizations, etc. complete all necessary paperwork as prescribed by the Salvation Army for property usage.
• Oversee all aspects of planning and implementation of special events and fundraising initiatives to include budget and review of effectiveness.
• Market the programs and services offered through social media, websites, local media, etc. while upholding the integrity of The Salvation Army’s brand and abiding by branding policies.
• Under the direction of the Corps Officer, serve as The Salvation Army's representative on community boards.
• Be available as a speaker for churches, community clubs and groups, and United Way.
• Assist with special events, such as the Education First Rally, Labor Day Parade, Cropwalk, National Night Out, Light Up Night and Kettle Kick off.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local and municipal government officials and media representatives, as well as confer with labor relations managers to develop internal communications that keep employees informed of company activities.
• Oversee budgets within The Salvation Army’s work in York, as well as work with Department Heads, the Finance Committee of Advisory Board, and the Advisory Board to ensure the budget is ready to send to DHQ after the June Board Meeting.
• Oversee the Finance Clerk and communicate with the Divisional Bookkeeper, making sure any and all financial reports are done in a timely manner.
• Complete and submit reports and correspondence, as needed, for United Way, SECA CFA other funding sources.
• Ensure proper statistics are kept for each associated program and that timely reports are available for the Advisory Board, DHQ, United Way and other funding agencies, as well as be involved in the development and planning for new programs and services
• Comply with guidelines relating to budget, expenditure, and accountability.
• Work with the Facilities Manager in keeping the Salvation Army properties in a good, clean, and productive usage.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Requirements:  

• BA degree from an accredited college or university in relevant fields such as Business, Public Relations, Marketing, or minimum of five years of relevant professional experience such as fundraising for a non-profit organization, particularly with corporate fund raising and events experience. Must provide a donor track record and writing sample if requested.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), able to relate and communicate effectively and professionally to executives and leaders in the community as well as internal stakeholders. Should be at ease in asking for money.
• Must be well-organized and computer literate (Microsoft Office, Donor Management System, Online Fundraising sites).
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and be willing to travel regionally as needed, as well as be able to be covered by Salvation Army insurance.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate corporate relationships, events, donor schedules, and other duties as assigned.
• Must have a strong grasp of and vision for successful strategies and tactics related to resource development and special events.
• Possess an understanding of the role of corporate fundraising events in furthering the mission of The Salvation Army.
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.
• Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Must possess an appreciation for and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org. 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.

No phone calls please.

Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department 6/5/25.

The Salvation Army’s 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.

Requisition No. 2413