Mission-Driven Events & Volunteer Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; East Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off (holidays, vac,

Employer funded Pension Plan

Supplemental insurance plans including

Job with a good purpose

Job summary

The Salvation Army in East Stroudsburg is seeking an Events & Resources Coordinator to plan and execute fundraising events and lead volunteer initiatives. You will recruit, train, and manage volunteers, oversee event logistics, and coordinate with staff for successful campaigns.

Responsibilities include developing volunteer engagement strategies, maintaining records, and preparing reports for funders. A strong emphasis is placed on confidentiality and mission alignment with The Salvation Army.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; some college or professional fund-raising experience required.
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, utilizing Word for correspondence and policy documents, Excel for budget tracking and reporting, and Outlook for scheduling and communication coordination.
• Good administrative and organizational skills along with good oral and written communication skills.
• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires clearances and training prior to employment.
• Must understand and support the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising events and volunteer-driven initiatives.
• Lead volunteer recruitment, scheduling, training, and retention efforts, including oversight of court-mandated programs and large-scale seasonal campaigns.
• Oversee all aspects of fundraising events from planning through post-event evaluation, including venues, timelines, staffing, sponsorships, and post-event reporting.
• Develop and manage event committees, rosters, calendars, and follow-up communications.
• Coordinate development of graphics, printed materials, and online platforms for fundraising campaigns.
• Track and report fundraising progress and prepare summaries for funders and boards.
• Coordinate with staff to oversee the Red Kettle Campaign and volunteer scheduling.
• Maintain volunteer database and ensure confidentiality; manage reports for audits.

Skills

Administrative and organizational

Oral and written communication

Volunteer management

Education

High school graduate

Some college or fundraising experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Salvation Army in East Stroudsburg is seeking an Events & Resources Coordinator to plan and execute fundraising events and lead volunteer initiatives. You will recruit, train, and manage volunteers, oversee event logistics, and coordinate with staff for successful campaigns.

Responsibilities include developing volunteer engagement strategies, maintaining records, and preparing reports for funders. A strong emphasis is placed on confidentiality and mission alignment with The Salvation Army.