Director of Southern Illinois Service Extension

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Service Extension Unit in Marion, Illinois seeks a qualified Southern Illinois Service Extension Director. This is a salaried, full-time role with a starting salary range of $60,000 to $65,000 per year and a generous benefits package.

The position focuses on fundraising, community relations, program development, and volunteer management to serve 23 counties in Southern Illinois. Primary responsibilities include strategic planning, donor engagement, budget collaboration, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with four years' related experience or equivalent combinations including supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work with others and support The Salvation Army mission.
• Team player and self-starter; capable of handling multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of donor/volunteer database software is a plus.
• Must have valid driver’s license and pass motor vehicle report check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic plan focusing on financial sustainability and missional alignment for Southern Illinois Service Extension.
• Meet fundraising goals through corporate/private donors, Red Kettle Campaign, and grant funding opportunities.
• Develop and engage Service Unit committee members, staff, and volunteers.
• Provide operational oversight and leadership for the Southern Illinois Service Extension; oversee records, policies, procedures, and procurements.
• Coordinate with the Divisional Director on annual budget preparation and fiscal responsibility for budgets.
• Monitor and assess program effectiveness; work with staff to develop new programming to meet community needs.
• Maintain relationships with Southern Illinois Service Extensions to advance The Salvation Army's mission in the region.
• Serve as staff contact for the advisory board, set agendas, and maintain minutes and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Project management

Judgment

Microsoft Office

Donor database

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Donor database software

Job description

The Salvation Army Service Extension Unit located in Marion, Illinois, is looking for a highly motivated, self-starter to join our team as the new Southern Illinois Service Extension Director. This is a salaried position that comes with a generous benefits package. Starting pay is $60,000 to $65,000 per year.

The objective of this position is to ensure The Salvation Army maintains a vibrant presence in Marion, IL through The Salvation Army Service Center. This objective will be achieved primarily through a focus on fundraising, community relations, program development, and volunteer management. It also provides a support role in the 23 counties in the Southern Illinois Area.

Essential Functions

1. Develop and implement a strategic plan that focuses on financial sustainability and missional alignment for Southern Illinois Service Extension
2. Responsible for meeting fundraising goals through corporate and private donor engagement, such as the Red Kettle Campaign, as well as grant funding opportunities
3. Develop, engage and support current and new Service Unit committee members, staff, and volunteers.
4. Provide operational oversight and leadership for the Southern Illinois Service Extension; ensuring business records are kept, policies, procedures, and best practices are adhered to, and manage the procurement and maintenance of products and services
5. Coordinate with Divisional Director of Service Extension on annual Southern Illinois budget preparation and review. Be fiscally responsible for the budgets.
6. Monitor and assess the effectiveness of current programming and work with committee members and staff in developing new programming to meet community needs.
7. Maintain relationships with Southern Illinois Service Extensions to further The Salvation Army's mission throughout the Southern Illinois region.
8. Serve as staff contact for the advisory board, working with the advisory board chair to set meeting agendas and advisory board goals, establish committees to the advisory board, maintain accurate minutes and advisory board records.

Minimum Qualifications

Related bachelor's degree with four (4) years' experience in related fields, or other combinations of education and experience with at least one year of supervisory experience. Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, like working with others and support The Salvation Army mission. Must become familiar with all Salvation Army functions and programs supported by service extension. Team player, a self-starter, able to handle several projects at the same time and perform well with minimum supervision. Must demonstrate ability to think independently and exercise sound judgment. Must be comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of donor and volunteer database software is a plus. Requires a valid drivers' license and pass The Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Report check.

Travel

Up to 15% travel in regional area.

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be capable of performing the above essential duties in an office environment including using a computer, answering phones, etc. Must be capable of regularly lifting 20 pounds and sometimes up to 40 pounds. Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. However, during a response to a disaster, the work environment will most likely reflect the affected area. Working outdoors will reflect seasonal weather, and the initial response could require intensive manual labor operations.