Position: Philanthropy Specialist, Grants and Sponsors

Location: Richland, WA, with the ability to travel in Benton and Franklin Counties

Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Anticipated Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am – 4:30 PM, occasional evenings and weekends for events.

Application Requirement: Candidates must submit a cover letter and a professional writing sample. Writing samples may be uploaded with the application or emailed to HR@tccbestlife.org. 

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 Specialist, Grants and Sponsors, is responsible for maintaining long-term philanthropic relationships with charitably inspired organizations and other grant-making agencies. This role may interface with other departments within the organization to facilitate prospect meetings, proposals, and reports. The Philanthropy Specialist, Grants and Sponsors will work under the direction of the Philanthropy Supervisor to plan, develop and implement strategies designed to realize the engagement potential of prospects. This role is primarily responsible for facilitating productive communication and access between organizations and Tri-Cities Chaplaincy. 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Nonprofit Management, Business, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
2. Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a nonprofit fundraising, development, or grant coordination setting, or equivalent experience. 
3. Minimum one (1) year of experience assisting with or submitting grant applications, sponsorship proposals, or funding requests. 
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, proposals, reports, and donor communications. 
5. Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), spreadsheets, and database systems.
6. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, maintain accurate records, and track deadlines. 
7. Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments and external partners, while demonstrating initiative and independent work capability. 
8. Self-motivated with the ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail. 
9. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, as driving is an essential function of this role. Must meet insurance eligibility requirements.
10.  This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes cannabis testing in Washington State.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of nonprofit financial practices, including grant budgeting, donor-restricted funds, and basic financial reporting requirements for grants and sponsorships.
2. Experience working with donor management databases or fundraising CRM systems. 
3. Knowledge of grant reporting, donor stewardship, and nonprofit fundraising practices. 
4. Experience working with foundation, corporate sponsors, or grant-making organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Fundraising Strategic Planning

• Gathers data, assesses leads, and develops strategies designed to realize the engagement potential of organization prospects. 
• Maintains consistent and appropriate contact with identified organizations.
• Facilitates or develops proposals and ensures effective stewardship of grant awards.
• Designs and implements an effective recognition strategy for all corporate giving partners.

2.   Prospects and Gifts

• Develop and implement engagement strategies for each prospect.
• Independently design and coordinate solicitations, both written and presented. 
• Plan and execute donor recognition strategies in a timely fashion. 

3.   Collaboration

• Regularly support and cooperate with other members of the Philanthropy Team.
• Moderate to high level of collaboration with both internal department partners and community partners of the Agency to develop and submit proposals and to arrange site visits for organization representatives.

4.  Other Duties

• Perform other duties as requested.

Join Our Team:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we’re committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during life’s most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.

Why Join Us? 

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ and families' lives. 

• Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere. 

• Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and career development.

Bring your passion for care to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, where every moment matters. Apply today and start a career that’s as rewarding as it is impactful.

Compensation

Hiring Range: $29.88/hour - $36.42/hour

Note regarding the listed pay range:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, 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 (this is for full-time position – edit for part time, per diem, contractor etc.)

• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions.
• 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, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Protection plans, 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. 

AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

1. Mission, Vision, and Values: Demonstrate support and adherence to the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values. 
2. Community Outreach: Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs, including hospice care, advanced planning, and bereavement services. 
3. Policy Compliance: Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies, procedures, and practices. 
4. Confidentiality: Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.
5. Transportation: Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance per state requirements. 
6. Health Requirements: Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization, declinations, or approved accommodations as applicable.
7. Screenings: Pass criminal background and drug screenings. 
8. Physical Demands: Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.(see attached physical requirements)
9. Training and Orientation: Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs. 
10.  Continuing Education: Complete ongoing education, policy reviews, and training be designated deadlines.
11. Licensure and Certification: Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role. 
12. Language Proficiency: Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
13. Work Availability: Be available to work as assigned or scheduled. 

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.