Special Events & Volunteer Coordinator

Salvation Army Southern TerritorySan Antonio, TX, US

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Public Relations Position

Schedule / Hours : M-F 8 : 30 AM 5 : 30 PM

This position is responsible for :

Maintains and strengthens The Salvation Army image in the community and raises awareness of the Area Command or Corps activities through various functions; focuses on special use of the facility, including but not limited to, meetings, birthday parties and other special events; plans, schedules and coordinates projects, activities, and events related to volunteers for the Area Command or Corps; recruits, trains, and coordinates the work of volunteers to ensure ample coverage to meet the needs of all areas of the Area Command or Corps; develops, promotes and maintains a wide range of volunteer opportunities; leads all planning and execution of special events occurring within the Area Command or Corps

Oversees the recruiting, training, interviewing and screening of all volunteers; oversees and coordinates all volunteer training and instructs volunteers in proper methods and procedures; checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness; creates and updates volunteer training manuals and resources as needed.
Prepares and maintains up-to-date database records on all volunteers; confers with supervisor regarding the status and performance of the volunteer program and reports monthly on the status of the volunteer program.
Provides direction and support to volunteer groups and seasonal staff under his / her supervision; evaluates volunteer group projects; provides analysis of in-kind value of volunteer projects.
Serves as agency contact to Individuals, Community Businesses and Corporations seeking to complete volunteer projects at the Center; serves as supervisor to such individuals and groups during volunteer projects.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to perform public speaking.

Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5 10% of work time.

Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Employee Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical and Life Insurance

Supplement Insurance Available

Voluntary Life Insurance

What We Are Looking For In You

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university related in Business Administration, Non-Profit Administration, Marketing, or related field, and

Two to three years progressively responsible experience overseeing special events and / or volunteer-related activities, or

Any equivalent combinations of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications :

Valid State Drivers License

Equal Opportunity Employer : Veterans | Disabled

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Volunteer Coordinator • San Antonio, TX, US