The starting salary for this position is $50,000

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

Summary/Primary Purpose: Develop, implement, and provide oversight and coordination of seasonal and on-going special events and programs; implement strategies for volunteer recruitment, retention, training and coordination of volunteers for the local area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create a sustainability plan to retain current volunteers and recruit new groups and individuals to meet all aspects of volunteering needs.
• Recruit volunteers for The Salvation Army local area on-going programs and seasonal events including but not limited to: Christmas Toy Shop, bell ringing, food distributions, Back to School...etc.
• Recruit community partner sites for seasonal efforts such as Toy Distribution for Toys for Tots.
• Complete data entry and maintain Volunteer Impact database.
• Responsible to maintain data for Safe From Harm and EDS volunteers.
• Administrative duties to include internal and external written correspondence with store managers, businesses owners, community partners and volunteers.
• Coordinate with management on events to recognize significant volunteer contributions by individuals and groups.
• Evaluate and recommend changes in volunteer policies which may impact program operations.
• Supervise volunteer recruitment opportunities and check-in and register volunteers assisting in those activities, e.g., corporate forums, public speaking, etc.
• Maintain communication with volunteers and community partners, notifying them regularly of volunteer and sponsorship opportunities, regularly scheduled and special upcoming events.
• Attend various community events, as required, to speak and promote The Salvation Army programs, events and volunteer opportunities.
• Maintain liaison with agencies active in volunteer services.
• Contact high schools and collaborate with student council, advisors, and heads of organizations to promote volunteer opportunities for The Salvation Army.
• Identify special event needs and recruit and supervise volunteers to make these events successful.
• Identify companies/individuals who are interested in furthering the success of The Salvation Army by sharing their time and talents through volunteering or community event partnership.
• This position will be required to attend events, conferences and meetings that may take place outside of normal working hours, to include weekends and evenings.
• Driving is an essential function of the position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise volunteers.

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of 1-year experience in customer service, administrative or similar role.