Seasonal Angel Tree Coordinator (Porter County)

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Valparaiso (IN)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 47,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible work options

Job summary

The Salvation Army Indiana Division is seeking an Angel Tree Coordinator to oversee the Angel Tree program, recruit volunteers, and manage communications with partner organizations. This role involves organizing application dates, data entry, and coordinating toy donations with Marines and local partners.

You will lead preparations, packing, and distribution efforts, ensuring smooth operations across multiple site locations and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
Background checks will be conducted and reviewed.
One to two years’ experience planning and organizing large social services events preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit volunteers for applications and events.
Organize application dates and data entry.
Enter applications into computer system and maintain spreadsheets.
Coordinate distribution of donated items with partners.
Assist with packing and preparation of items for families.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Decision making

Driver's license required

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet software

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: $15.00/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.

What You Will Do:

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 necessaryMust be able to drive a minivan and/or a 12-passenger van

Supervisory Responsibility: Recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

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.

Why Work with Us?

If you're ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army's brand promise is to Do the MostGood - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey...

91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
75% find their "Work Stress" manageable
80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as "Discretionary"
99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army...