Community Development Coordinator (Evansville)

Kroc Center; Evansville (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Evansville, Indiana is seeking a Community Development Coordinator to recruit, train and place volunteers across Vanderburgh, Warrick and Posey Counties. You will build partner relationships, manage communications, and support community events and campaigns.

You will also oversee social media, digital content, and promotional activities to raise awareness of our mission and services in the Evansville area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate/bachelor’s preferred in communications, marketing, or PR.
• Experience with nonprofit volunteering, community engagement, or partner relations.
• Experience with social media, digital content, and graphic design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop qualified volunteers from the community.
• Maintain the volunteer database and provide reports as necessary.
• Provide in-depth training and continuing education for volunteers.
• Create and email monthly newsletters to volunteers highlighting opportunities.
• Coordinate volunteer groups for Christmas Red Kettle Campaign with approved sites.
• Support fundraising goals through stronger volunteer relationships.
• Develop promotional materials and cultivate community partnerships.
• Represent The Salvation Army at community meetings and events.

Skills

Volunteer Coordination

Community Engagement

Social Media

Event Planning

Communications

Digital Content

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree in Communications

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations

Tools

Volunteer Database (Golden)

Graphic Design

Website Content

Job description

Community Development Coordinator (Evansville)

#I120-29070

Position Type

Full-time

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.

Salary Range Starting At: $20.00/hour

Job Description:

As the Community Development Coordinator you will serve the Evansville Corps Service Area (Vanderburgh, Warrick and Posey Counties) as a part of the development team. This position will work toward the expansion of services in the Evansville Area through the recruitment, development, coordination, and placement of volunteers for Christmas fundraising, social services programs, corps programs and special community events. This position will develop and cultivate relationships with community partners and serve as a representative of The Salvation Army throughout the community. The position also focuses on increasing awareness of The Salvation Army’s ministry through social media, digital communications, promotional materials, and community engagement ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Recruit and develop qualified volunteers from within the community by collecting applications and screening volunteers to work in The Salvation Army programs.
• Maintain the volunteer database in Golden and provide reports as necessary.
• Provide in-depth training and continuing education for volunteers.
• Create and email monthly newsletters to volunteers highlighting opportunities for service.
• Work with each department to determine volunteer needs.
• Place volunteers to work with other departments in the various ministries.
• Update and maintain the volunteer manual.
• Coordinate volunteer groups and volunteers for the Christmas Red Kettle Campaign using the approved contracted sites.
• Support the fundraising goals of The Salvation Army through building stronger relationships with volunteers.
• Collect and manage monthly records of volunteer hours to produce reports (i.e. divisional statistics, advisory board, grants, etc.).
• Develop promotional materials to be used at volunteer recruitment events.
• Develop and cultivate relationships with community resources and partners (i.e. churches, service clubs, police/fire departments, individuals and families throughout the community).
• Participate in and provide volunteer, promotional, and logistical support for seasonal fundraising, development, corps, and community events as assigned.
• Represent The Salvation Army at community meetings, networking opportunities, volunteer recruitment activities, and outreach events as appropriate.

Community Service Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals completing court-ordered or other approved community service with The Salvation Army.
• Coordinate the intake, scheduling, placement, and tracking of community service participants in collaboration with appropriate departments.
• Maintain accurate records of community service participation and completed hours and communicate with referring organizations as appropriate.

Social Media & Communications:

• Create and maintain a strategy for all social media platforms in accordance with Salvation Army policies and branding standards.
• Maintain and update website content and stories using Salvation Army provide website tools.
• Research current trends and preferences for websites and social media outlets
• Monitor and analyze website and social media engagement to determine wheter communication objectives are being met.
• Generate, edit, publish and share engaging content from all departments to promote programs, services, volunteer opportunities, fundraising campaigns, events, and community impact.
• Suggest and implement new features and strategies to develop mission awareness and community engagement.
• Create and coordinate event graphics, flyers, promotional materials, signage, digital content, and other communication resources as needed.
• Coordinate appropriate photography and video content at programs, events, and community activities.
• 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. Associate or bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field preferred.

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

Experience: Prior experience with nonprofit organization or other vocational experience working with volunteers, community members, or community partners. Experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement, marketing, communications, event coordination, or related work preferred. Experience with social media, digital content, and graphic design platforms 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Ability to create professional written, visual, and digital content and represent The Salvation Army appropriately in community settings.

Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

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

Travel: Minimal travel for off-site conferences and training possible.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office environment; may require some weekend and evening work

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.

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.

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.

Additional Information

Why Work with Us?

If you’re ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army’s brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as “Discretionary”
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army…

• Helping People
• Faith Centered Organization