Philanthropy Specialist

Your Role: Philanthropy Specialist Your Manager: Philanthropy Manager Your Pay Structure (FLSA Status): Full-time, Salaried/Exempt Safety Sensitive: This is a safety-sensitive position.

Regardless of whether you are a medical marijuana licensee, you must receive a negative result on a 10-panel, pre-placement drug screening to include THC, prior to beginning work.

The Zoo Tulsa Zoo Management, Inc.

(TZMI) is a nonprofit organization driven by our mission of Connecting, Caring, Advocating for Wildlife, People, and Wild Places.

From trumpeting elephants to squawking parrots, each member of our team is integral to the success of the Zoo as Green Countrys largest paid daily attraction.

At Tulsa Zoo, the IDEA is a zoo for all.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Apply today for your opportunity to join our dynamic group of passionate individuals who bring the zoo to life each day, 365 days per year, caring for animals, interacting with guests, educating the public, and managing the Zoos grounds, operations, and facilities.

A Few of Your Many Benefits Free family-level Tulsa Zoo membershipMedical, dental, and vision benefits beginning your first day of employment401kUnlimited virtual visits with a mental health therapist at no cost to youFood, beverage, and retail discounts on zoo groundsGenerous paid time off plans Your Job The Philanthropy Specialist is responsible for driving growth of donated revenue for TZMI by leading the strategy, development, and execution of multiple donor engagement programs.

This role is also responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating strategies for success and effectiveness of all development programs and events.

This includes identification, cultivation, and solicitation of current donors and prospects with the purpose of securing new, renewed, and increased support.

In addition, this role drives strategic improvement and implementation of best practices in the supporting areas of gift processing, data management, and donor relations, utilizing the donor giving software program.

Your Essential Responsibilities If you disclose different abilities, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable you to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position Daily management and cultivation of potential zoo donors.Design, implement, and evaluate all components of designated annual giving programs including Art Untamed, ADOPT, ZooPAL, Mission ImPOPsicle, Gallery Show, and VET Partners.Design, implement, and evaluate additional special engagement fundraising opportunities including tribute giving, community collaboration, and other special needs for TZMI operations.Solicit and secure cash and vendor partnership needs for the Zoos major fundraisers and events.Develop and manage an ongoing in-kind giving program for goods and services, including prioritization and acceptance decisions.Collaborate with all zoo departments to determine needs tha...