Job Details
Overview:
Seeking a Part Time Volunteer Programs Coordinator on our Troy Corps Team
Our Part Time opportunities offer:
Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
Christmas Bonus
Wireless discount for Sprint or Verizon customers
Free parking
SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Volunteer Programs Coordinator serves as a support person to the Corps Officers at The Salvation Army in Troy and is responsible for managing volunteers and the programs in which they support, including the food pantry and soup kitchen. They are responsible for scheduling volunteers, maintaining accurate records for volunteers/community service workers and statistics, ordering for the food pantry and soup kitchen, and assisting in serving in the food pantry and soup kitchen. This position is responsible to provide a welcoming, compassionate, and well-organized atmosphere to the food service programs and the volunteers at The Salvation Army.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Coordination, oversight and organization of all volunteers
Manage and maintains all volunteer files
Coordinate Soup Kitchen program
Coordinate Food Pantry Program
Coordinate A4TD Program
Ordering of Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Supplies
Maintain a welcoming lobby area and organized food storage areas
Assist with seasonal applications and Christmas distribution
Maintains the confidentiality of clients, shelter/programs, agency, and/or The Salvation Army
Record accurate statistics
Any other duties deemed necessary by their Corps Officers
Qualifications:
SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Willingness to uphold and support The Salvation Army's mission and ministry
High school diploma and at least two years experience in relative work preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel,PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills; Applies tact in diplomacy in dealing with internal and external constituents
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Superb written in verbal communication skills
Comfortable in high profile situations as well as with sleeves rolled up
Ability to operate independently - self-motivated, self-management
Highly organized
Able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to routinely lift and carry grocery bags and boxes weighing 25 pounds or more
Training in food safety and food handling through Health Department, as needed
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.