Part - Time Seasonal Angel Tree Coordinator (Hammond)

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 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: $12.50/per hour

Job Objective

As the Angel Tree Coordinator, you will be the primary contact for all Angel Tree related communications and will oversee the planning and implementation of the Angel Tree program.

• Recruit volunteers to take applications
• Organize and implement the application dates
• Enter applications into the computer program
• Develop and utilize spreadsheets to detail applicants
• Verify applications with other organizations to avoid duplicates
  

Angel Tree Tags and Trees

• Create an Angel Tree tag for each child
• Contact businesses and organizations to determine interest in taking tags
• Maintain trees at various business and organizations
  

Donations

• Accept, receipt, and log all donations
• Recruit and schedule volunteers to accept donations after office hours
  

Preparations

• Recruit and schedule volunteers to help with preparation and packing
• Implement the packing and organization of all donated items for families
• Work with Marine Corps Toys for Tots representative to secure necessary toys
  

Distribution

• Recruit and schedule volunteers to help with distribution
• Implement the distribution of donated items and coordinate the distribution
  

Other

• Organize clean-up of distribution
• Pack, label, and store remaining items for future use
• 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

Background Checks

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

Experience

One to two years’ experience planning and organizing large social services events highly 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
• Able to work in very fast-paced conditions while meeting or exceeding deadlines
• Able to evaluation options and recommend or make independent decisions when necessary
• Must be able to drive a minivan and/or a 12-passenger van
  

Supervisory Responsibility

Recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers

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 periods
  

Travel

Local travel required

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a varied setting, such as office, warehouse, medical facility, church and in a vehicle. May require some weekend and evening work

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

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.

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.