Angel Tree Program Lead & Volunteer Coordinator

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Munster (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking an Angel Tree Coordinator to serve as the primary contact for Angel Tree communications and oversee planning and implementation of the Angel Tree program.

Responsibilities include recruiting volunteers, managing applications and dates, data entry, and collaboration with partner organizations. The role requires a driver’s license and Safe From Harm training within 90 days; local travel is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required; results reviewed.
• One to two years’ experience planning and organizing large social services events.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and complete Safe From Harm training within 90 days.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English; proficient with Microsoft products and reporting systems.
• Must be able to drive a minivan or 12-passenger van.

Responsibilities

• Recruit volunteers to take applications.
• Organize and implement application dates.
• Enter applications into the computer program.
• Develop and utilize spreadsheets to detail applicants.
• Verify applications with other organizations to avoid duplicates.
• Create Angel Tree tags and coordinate contact with businesses for tags.
• Maintain trees at various locations.
• Accept and log donations; recruit volunteers for after-hours donations.
• Organize volunteer scheduling for preparation, packing, and distribution.
• Coordinate distribution of donated items and supervise related tasks.

Skills

English communication

Volunteer coordination

Event planning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking an Angel Tree Coordinator to serve as the primary contact for Angel Tree communications and oversee planning and implementation of the Angel Tree program.

Responsibilities include recruiting volunteers, managing applications and dates, data entry, and collaboration with partner organizations. The role requires a driver’s license and Safe From Harm training within 90 days; local travel is expected.