Donor Relations Officer

Location: Colorado Springs, CO Department: Philanthropy Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday; occasional evenings and weekends Workplace: Hybrid schedule considered after initial training period and 90 days of employment Help Transform Generosity into Lifesaving ImpactWhat if your next donor conversation could help save a life? At the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR), philanthropy directly fuels lifesaving work. From compassionate sheltering and veterinary care to community programs and emergency response, generous donors make it possible for us to care for animals and support the people and communities who love them. We're looking for a Donor Relations Officer who knows that major gifts are about more than dollars-they're about relationships, trust, shared values, and meaningful impact. As a key member of HSPPR's Philanthropy team, you'll build lasting relationships with individuals who are passionate about animals and our community. You'll identify and cultivate prospective donors, develop thoughtful solicitation strategies, secure major and planned gifts, and provide exceptional stewardship that inspires continued investment in HSPPR's mission. If you're energized by connecting people with causes they care about, comfortable asking for transformational gifts, and excited by the opportunity to turn philanthropic vision into real-world impact, we'd love to meet you. What You'll DoBuild Meaningful Donor Relationships Manage and grow a portfolio of 150+ major donors and prospects, with an emphasis on gifts of $10,000 and higher. Develop authentic, long-term relationships through personal meetings, mission experiences, tours, events, educational opportunities, and thoughtful communication. Listen carefully to donors' interests and motivations and connect their philanthropic goals with HSPPR's strategic priorities. Provide exceptional stewardship through personalized outreach, recognition, timely follow-up, and responsive donor service.

Inspire Major Gifts: Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospects. Develop customized cultivation and solicitation strategies in partnership with the Director of Development, Individual Giving Manager, Vice President of Philanthropy, CEO, and other organizational leaders. Develop compelling proposals, appeals, and renewal requests for major donors. Help secure philanthropic support for special initiatives, including capital projects, capital reserve funding, comprehensive campaigns, and emerging organizational priorities.

What We're Looking For: You're a relationship-builder, strategic thinker, and confident fundraiser who understands that successful philanthropy starts with genuine connection. You bring: Bachelor's degree required; CFRE, CSPG, CAWA, or fundraising certification preferred.3–5 years of progressive experience in major gift fundraising or a related fundraising role. A demonstrated track record of developing proposals, soliciting gifts, and securing major philanthropic support. Experience soliciting gifts of $10,000 or more. Comprehensive or capital campaign experience strongly preferred. Strong relationship-building, communication, listening, and interpersonal skills. Experience with Raiser's Edge or similar donor databases and prospect/wealth research tools. Familiarity with planned giving and smart-giving strategies. Strong organizational and analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail. Confidence communicating with donors, community leaders, professional advisors, organizational leadership, and board members. Strong Microsoft Office and Teams skills, with the ability to quickly learn new technology. A collaborative spirit and the ambition to pursue meaningful fundraising goals. The ability to remain composed, professional, and solution-focused in a fast-paced environment. A genuine commitment to treating animals and people with respect and kindness. A valid Colorado driver's license and insurable driving record.

Benefits include: Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/.The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community. Core Values Statements-Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people