Mobile Hope Market Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 20,664,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Kalispell Corps is seeking a Mobile Hope Market Coordinator to oversee food distributions and related programs in Kalispell, Montana. This is a regular part-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Corps Officer and Social Service Coordinator.

Responsibilities include coordinating distributions, driving the Mobile Hope Market, managing inventory and safety logs, and training volunteers to support Hope Market activities in the Kalispell area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous customer service or social service work is beneficial.
• Previous Salvation Army work or volunteer experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, facilitate and oversee Hope Market distributions.
• Drive Mobile Hope Market to distribution sites.
• Maintain and stock the Mobile Hope Market for distributions.
• Check temperatures and equipment; maintain logs as needed.
• Weigh and log donations in coordination with staff.
• Train and coordinate volunteers for Hope Market programs.

Skills

Customer service

Social Services experience

Driving

Communication

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media platforms

Database applications

Job description

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Salvation Army

Kalispell Corps

POSITION TITLE: Mobile Hope Market Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Social Services

STATUS: REGULAR - PART TIME, NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR: CORPS OFFICER - LT. SEAN PEASE

GENERAL STATEMENT

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Mobile Hope Market Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all Hope Market Programs associated with The Salvation Army in Kalispell, Montana.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate, facilitate and oversee food distributions and any other program/event associated with the Hope Market.
• Drive Mobile Hope Market to and from distribution sites.
• Clean, maintain, and stock Mobile Hope Market in preparation for distributions.
• Check temperatures and equipment to ensure they are working properly, maintaining logs as needed.
• Pick up donations from local grocery stores and food banks in coordination with the Custodian/Driver.
• Weigh and log donations as required by funding agreements with support of the Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
• Coordinate and train volunteers for Hope Market programing.
• Ensure the health and safety of program participants while maintaining a clean and safe work area and following applicable Salvation Army Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) policies and local, state and federal safety policies.
• Prepare and set up communication with program participants, volunteers and co-workers.
• Maintain all hope market records, tracking and paperwork (program registrations, distribution record, etc.) and work with the Social Service Coordinator to enter them into the digital database.
• Ensure compliance with requirements for all funding sources is met with support of the Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
• Report monthly and yearly stats to appropriate programs and agencies on time with support of Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required, including but not limited to Protecting the Mission - child safety training, and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to employee dress codes at all times when working.
• Shop for supplies as needed.
• Assist with seasonal efforts, which may include but are not limited to: Christmas Intake/Distribution, Kettle fund-raising program drop off/pick up, counting, and data entry.
• Assist with feeding program coverage when necessary (help cook and serve breakfast and/or lunch)
• Other duties as assigned by Corps Officer(s).

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Previous customer service or social service work is beneficial
• Previous Salvation Army work or volunteer experience is beneficial

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must be up to date on all Salvation Army programs and able to promote them with members of the community.
• Must have the ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways of doing things while keeping pace with multiple priorities.
• Have the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to use basic office equipment such as phone systems, printer and copier machines and a computer.
• A valid and current State of Montana drivers’ license.
• Age 21 for driving responsibilities, and ability to pass a State of Montana motor vehicle check as well as complete The Salvation Army driving test.

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS

• Microsoft Office suite
• Able to work with multiple social media platforms
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (usually file boxes)
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer
• Ability to understand written information

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a normal office environment and in community locations, both indoor and outdoor.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to reassign, review the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization’s need or when circumstances change.

Work Schedule / Location

Tuesday through Thursday (7:00AM - 3:30PM)

In-person at The Salvation Army Kalispell Corps in Kalispell, MT.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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