Program Outreach Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Pension plan

Health coverage

Supplemental insurance plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition program

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Mission-driven work

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory is seeking a Program Outreach Coordinator to support the State College Service Center and collaborate with the Regional Manager and Caseworker to manage annual programs and fundraising campaigns.

The role involves coordinating the Red Kettle campaign, engaging with local businesses, managing volunteers, and expanding community partnerships while maintaining the center's social media presence and supporting event logistics.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent with clerical experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, and creative.
• Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Suite and social media.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign, including sponsorship and volunteer management.
• Engage with local businesses and oversee bell ringing logistics.
• Foster community connections and partner with local organizations and businesses.
• Maintain a social media presence related to the service center and its activities.
• Assist with correspondence and mailings for the Red Kettle campaign and approved projects.
• Perform related duties as assigned under the guidance of the Regional Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Creativity

MS Office

Social media

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position: Program Outreach Coordinator
Department: Service Extension
Location: 3060 Enterprise Drive, Suite 142, State College, PA 16801
Availability of Position: Immediate
Schedule: Part Time + (20-29 hours/week)
Reporting Relationship: Regional Manager
Salary & Grade: $15.00 per hour; 73 Non-Exempt

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities

The Program/Outreach Coordinator will support the Salvation Army State College Service Center. In this role, you will assist / collaborate with the Regional Manager and Caseworker/Program Facilitator to support ongoing annual programs such as camp recruitment, Back‑To‑School assistance events, Coats for the Kids events. A significant aspect will involve coordinating the Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign, entailing sponsorship and volunteer management, engaging with businesses, and overseeing bell ringing logistics. You will foster community connections by partnering with local organizations and businesses to promote the State College Service Center. You will maintain a social media presence related to the service center and its activities. You will contribute to various fundraising and community events, assist with correspondence and mailings related to the Red Kettle campaign, and engage in approved projects under the guidance of the Regional Manager. Your comprehensive efforts will play a pivotal role in amplifying the center’s positive impact within the community and providing valuable assistance where needed. Additionally, this position performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent with clerical experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of office equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be self‑motivated, organized, and creative.
• Computer skills and knowledge of how to use various computer programs: MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and social media.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.
• Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Must possess an understanding of and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact

External candidates interested in this position should apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org. Internal candidates should apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com. No phone calls please.

Requisition No.2637