Angel Tree Coordinator (Columbus)

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division in Columbus, IN seeks an Angel Tree Coordinator to lead outreach, coordination with community leaders, churches, businesses and donors to support the Angel Tree program.

You will manage budgets, intake processes, and training for volunteers, while coordinating with corps officers and the division statistician for reporting and distribution follow-up.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.
• Experience: One to two years’ experience planning and organizing large social services events highly preferred.
• Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Angel Tree Committee in drafting the Angel Tree brief for the upcoming year including a budget, media needs, partnerships, calendar dates and fundraisers.
• Work with Community Relations to manage online adoptions.
• Collaborate with Community Relations and Development to build new relationships with churches, businesses, and donors in the community.
• Prepare the intake website and clearing house website for the current year.
• Work with corps officers to develop and present intake training.
• Resource and support the corps officers for intake and distribution.

Skills

English communication

Decision making

Time management

Driving ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement 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.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement 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.

Salary Range Starting at: $18.50/per hour

Job Overview

As the Angel Tree Coordinator, you will coordinate the Angel Tree program in (location) by working with community leaders, churches, businesses and donors.

What You Will Do

• Lead the Angel Tree Committee in drafting the Angel Tree brief for the upcoming year including, but not limited to a budget, all media needs, partnerships both corporate and individual, calendar dates and times, and fundraisers.
• Work with Community Relations to manage online adoptions
• Collaborate with Community Relations and Development to build new relationships with churches, businesses, and donors in the community.
• Prepare the intake website and clearing house website for the current year
• Work with corps officers to develop and present intake training
• Resource and support the corps officers for intake and distribution
• Maintain the inventory and organization of all Angel Tree supplies
• Coordinate the arrangement with 2 Men and A truck to help transport supplies and gifts to the corps for distribution, as well as back to the EDS facility after distribution.
• Organize and lead the debriefing meeting following distribution
• Review and amend all letters, documents, emails, etc for the following year so they are current with the upcoming year
• Facilitate meeting with the corps officer and divisional statistician to ensure accurate Angel Tree statistical reporting.
• Prepare a report to be shared with the Advisory Board and media following Angel Tree Distribution
• Prepare any presentations, special events and be willing to present and/or answer questions, and invite corps officer
• Manage the list of current partnering agencies
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: One to two years’ experience planning and organizing large social services events highly preferred

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems
• Able to work in very fast-paced conditions while meeting or exceeding deadlines
• Able to evaluation options and recommend or make independent decisions when necessary
• Must be able to drive a minivan and/or a 12-passenger van

Supervisory Responsibility

Recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers

Physical Requirements Include

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking
• May require standing for extended periods

Travel

Local travel required

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a varied setting, such as office, warehouse, medical facility, church and in a vehicle. May require some weekend and evening work

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.