Mobile Hope Market Coordinator

The Salvation Army Southern California•Kalispell, MT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Hope Market Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all Hope Market Programs associated with The Salvation Army in Kalispell, Montana. The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Must be up to date on all Salvation Army programs and able to promote them with members of the community.
Must have the ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds.
Be flexible and open to new ideas, concepts, and ways of doing things while keeping pace with multiple priorities.
Have the ability to work well independently and in a detailed, professional and courteous manner.
Ability to use basic office equipment such as phone systems, printer and copier machines and a computer.
A valid and current State of Montana drivers’ license.
Age 21 for driving responsibilities, and ability to pass a State of Montana motor vehicle check as well as complete The Salvation Army driving test.
Microsoft Office suite
Able to work with multiple social media platforms
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead
Ability to operate telephone
Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (usually file boxes)
Ability to access and produce information from a computer
Ability to understand written information

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service or social service work is beneficial
Previous Salvation Army work or volunteer experience is beneficial

Responsibilities

Coordinate, facilitate and oversee food distributions and any other program/event associated with the Hope Market.
Drive Mobile Hope Market to and from distribution sites.
Clean, maintain, and stock Mobile Hope Market in preparation for distributions.
Check temperatures and equipment to ensure they are working properly, maintaining logs as needed.
Pick up donations from local grocery stores and food banks in coordination with the Custodian/Driver.
Weigh and log donations as required by funding agreements with support of the Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
Coordinate and train volunteers for Hope Market programing.
Ensure the health and safety of program participants while maintaining a clean and safe work area and following applicable Salvation Army Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) policies and local, state and federal safety policies.
Prepare and set up communication with program participants, volunteers and co-workers.
Maintain all hope market records, tracking and paperwork (program registrations, distribution record, etc.) and work with the Social Service Coordinator to enter them into the digital database.
Ensure compliance with requirements for all funding sources is met with support of the Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
Report monthly and yearly stats to appropriate programs and agencies on time with support of Corps Officer and/or Social Service Coordinator as appropriate.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required, including but not limited to Protecting the Mission – child safety training, and The Salvation Army fleet safety training.
Maintain professional appearance and adhere to employee dress codes at all times when working.
Shop for supplies as needed.
Assist with seasonal efforts, which may include but are not limited to: Christmas Intake/Distribution, Kettle fund-raising program drop off/pick up, counting, and data entry.
Assist with feeding program coverage when necessary (help cook and serve breakfast and/or lunch).
Other duties as assigned by Corps Officer(s).