Position: Philanthropy Supervisor

Office Location: 1480 Fowler St, Richland, WA 99352

Status: Exempt

Anticipated Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM. This role primarily maintains standard business hours, with occasional evening or weekend commitments for meetings, donor engagement, or special events (typically 1-4 hours, as needed)

Application Instructions: Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role. If you need to email your cover letter or any additional documents, please send them to HR@TCCBestLife.ORG. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

MISSION, VISION, VALUES

MISSION: Guiding our community members to live their best lives, even and especially through the end of life.

VISION: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis, at and through life's end, and following a loss.

VALUES: Accessibility, Integrity, Achievement, Supportive Environment

Position Overview:

The Philanthropy Supervisor provides strategic oversight of fundraising initiatives, major gifts, grants, planned giving, donor stewardship, and signature events. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, this role ensures that philanthropy strategies align with organizational priorities and revenue goals. The supervisor will lead, mentor, and develop the philanthropy team to drive high performance, innovation, and donor engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Donor Relations

Develop, execute, and evaluate a comprehensive annual development plan.
Cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
Lead the planning and execution of major fundraising events and campaigns.
Oversee grant writing, third-party events, and planned giving programs.
Ensure ethical fundraising practices and stewardship aligned with the Donor Bill of Rights.
Maintain accurate reporting of fundraising activities, progress, and outcomes.

Leadership & Department Oversight

Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and performance management for philanthropy staff.
Create a mission-aligned, high-performing team culture focused on donor engagement and continuous improvement.
Oversee workflow, project assignments, and strategic priorities.
Serve as the escalation point for donor-related concerns or operational challenges.
Collaborate with internal departments, including Finance, Communications, and Executive Leadership.

Reporting & Data Management

Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistent use of the CRM database for donor records and reporting.
Generate reports, projections, and analytics to support decision-making.
Monitor and manage departmental revenue and expense budgets.
Maintain confidentiality and uphold all compliance expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Philanthropy, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, or a related field.
Three years of progressively responsible fundraising, development, or philanthropy experience.
Demonstrated success in securing major gifts ($5,000+) and cultivating donor relationships.
Supervisory or leadership experience with proven ability to motivate and develop staff.
Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience raising $1M+ annually.
Seven or more years of fundraising experience; at least three in a management role, ideally in healthcare or nonprofit sectors.
Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Work Environment

This position is fully onsite and involves local travel for donor and community engagement activities. Event participation may involve moderate physical activity and periodic outdoor work.

Why Join Tri-Cities Chaplaincy?

Meaningful mission-driven work impacting thousands of lives each year.
Supportive and collaborative leadership environment.
Opportunities to innovate and shape the future of community-based philanthropy.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Requirements

Compensation

Hiring Range: $80,289.15 annually - $107,445 annually

Note regarding the listed pay range:

Hiring Range: The starting pay range offered to new hires, depending on experience and qualifications.

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.

Benefits

· Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.

· Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period, eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.

· Annual "Yay Day": Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.

· Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member, household pet, or service animal.

· Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis.

· Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.

· Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits, Vision, and Dental starting the first month following your start date.

· Health Benefit Options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Life Flight.

· Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance, Globe Life, and Life Flight.

· Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability.

· 401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.

· Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.

· Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment, eligible employees can receive up to $5,250 annually in higher education assistance.

· Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.

· Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Please contact human resources at hr@tccbestlife.org for questions regarding the physical and environmental conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service, and veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Key Words

Philanthropy
Fund Development
Fundraising Strategy
Donor Engagement
Donor Stewardship
Major Gifts
Annual Giving
Planned Giving
Individual Giving
Relationship-Based Fundraising
Supervisor / Supervisory Experience
Team Leadership
Staff Development
Performance Management
Coaching and Mentorship
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Strategic Leadership
Project Oversight
Nonprofit Organization
Mission-Driven
Values-Based Organization
Community Impact
Healthcare or Hospice Philanthropy
Donor Relations
Community Partnerships
Stakeholder Engagement
Relationship Management
External Relations
Volunteer Engagement
Event-Based Fundraising

Salary Description

$80,289.15/annually - $107,445.00/annually

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