Food Bank Coordinator

The Salvation Army Southern California•Hobbs, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
2 yrs experience in customer or client service
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
Excellent basic math skills (Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point)
Data entry skills essential
Proficient knowledge of internet and social media
Knowledge of Lea County social service resources
Valid NM Driver’s license and clean MVD record
Ability to pass The Salvation Army Fleet Safety e-training
Must pass a criminal background check
Must be able to keep strict confidentiality
Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills required

Nice To Haves

1-2 years of college preferred
Excellent interpersonal skills
Bi-lingual Spanish/English preferred
Must be able to work with people from varied backgrounds and cultures
Understanding of mental health/addiction issues and homeless issues

Responsibilities

Assist clients who come to Client Choice Pantry with selection of food items and tally up point totals when finished with selection
Be able to do intake for clients when needed
Provide referrals to other social services in the County
Help stock shelves and unload product from trucks
Routine office work (typing, filing, answering phones)
Help enter client information into Salvation Army data base
Assist Social Services Coordinator and Corps Officer as needed with coordinating outreach events
Deliver food to shut ins as requested w/driver as needed
Pick up smaller donations in mini van w/driver as needed
Pick up donations from stores in Box truck with driver as needed
Help keep warehouse and client areas clean (mopping, cleaning restrooms, trash control, etc.)
Rotation of all stock in warehouse / refrigeration and freezer units
Order/maintain communication with Road Runner Foodbank (Feeding America)
Operate forklift as needed
Mobile food distributions monthly (Jan.-Oct.)
Assist w/ Angel Tree/Holiday registration/Kettles (each year/seasonal)
Communication / supervision w/ all community service workers under 20 hrs.
Foodbank hours of operation will be extended to meet needs of clients
Assist w/ Hygiene Station
Other duties as assigned as it relates to the position of Food Bank Coordinator.