Program Outreach Coordinator

Volunteer Centre County; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care coverage

Pension plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Student Loan Forgiveness program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Centre County Service Center invites applications for a part-time Program/Outreach Coordinator to support annual programs such as camp recruitment, Back-To-School events, and Coats for the Kids. You will coordinate the Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign, engage with local businesses, and foster community partnerships in State College.

Ideal candidates have high school education with clerical experience, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office and social media.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent.
• Clerical experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, creative.
• Computer skills with MS Office and social media proficiency.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must complete PA Act 153 training within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Salvation Army State College Service Center under guidance of the Regional Manager.
• Assist with camp recruitment, Back-To-School events and Coats for the Kids activities.
• Coordinate the Red Kettle Fundraising Campaign, sponsorships, and bell ringing logistics.
• Foster community connections with local organizations and businesses.
• Maintain social media presence related to the service center.
• Contribute to fundraising and community events, handle correspondence and mailings.

Skills

Communication

Clerical experience

MS Office

Social media

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Social media platforms

Office equipment basics

Job description

Job Function: Community Engagement, Outreach

Job Type: Part-time

Location: $15 per hour

More opportunities with The Salvation Army Centre County Service Center

Qualifications Needed

Requirements:

• High School education or equivalent with clerical experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of office equipment.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, organized, 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.

Education

High School education or equivalent

Experience Level

Clerical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Description of Position: 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 Salvation Army State College Service Center.
• You will maintain social Media presence that is 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.

Additional Information

Department: Service Extension

Availability of Position: Immediate

Schedule: Part Time + (20-29 hours/week)

Reporting Relationship: Regional Manager

Salary and Grade: $15.00 per hour; 73 Non-Exempt

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• 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
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.