Service County Field Manager – Service Extension

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Manhattan, KS

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role focuses on providing regular communication and visitation with regional volunteer leaders to equip, encourage, and empower them. The goal is to develop local support teams to enhance the ministry, visibility, resources, and service in the communities of volunteer-led counties. The position involves upholding the mission of The Salvation Army and sharing it with new recruits, as well as building relationships with donors, foundations, local business leaders, and other community stakeholders.

Requirements

Leadership in volunteer management
Goal planning/strategy
Team development
Ability to present to volunteers, clients, and teams in group settings
Strong communication skills
Experience with various programs and services within The Salvation Army is a plus
Must be able to work with and supervise a wide variety of personalities as well as clearly communicate information
Must be discerning and able to make sound decisions based on a variety of information and input
Computer knowledge and skills required, software experience should include but not be limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes (or Microsoft Outlook), and any competitive Donor Management Software.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Direct Supervisor of volunteers who comprise the Service Units and seasonal kettle coordinators.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities following The Salvation Army policies and applicable laws.
Sitting
Climbing and balancing
Stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching, and crawling
Standing
Walking
Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination
Use of vision
Driving a vehicle
Pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying 50 pounds
Traveling by airplane
Both outdoor and indoor navigation of settings
Standing and walking for extended periods.
Occasional travel throughout the division, average two weeks/month
Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside.
Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Organize and conduct communication and visitation with local volunteer leaders for special events, updates, training, or recruitment purposes.
Support local volunteer leaders, including budget information, media contacts, volunteer recruiting, and Christmas fundraising activities.
Work to fill vacancies on Service Unit rosters, emphasizing recruitment from churches, law enforcement, school personnel, professional businesses, and community/social service agencies.
Uphold the mission statement of The Salvation Army and share the mission with new recruitment.
Develop local committees to help facilitate the Christmas campaign community projects and promote the work of The Salvation Army.
Attend monthly Service Extension staff meetings.
Develop key community relationships to promote The Salvation Army's work and increase visibility and volunteerism.
Participate with the Service Extension team to plan and implement leadership retreats.
Work to organize back-to-school events and Angel Tree.
Build rapport with donors, foundations, local business leaders, and other community stakeholders.
Understand and be able to provide answers during United Way meetings within the region and encourage local volunteers to participate.
Provide monthly contact reports on activities to the Director of Service Extension.
Keep a file of regional success stories.
Attend conferences required by Service Extension or DFB.
Assist the Disaster Services Director in educating and preparing local volunteers in the event of a disaster and be available to assist with services within the region.
Work with the Service Extension team to plan and assist with summer camp.
Support Service Extension unit leaders as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Service Extension.