Social Services Coordinator

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Clive, IA

1d • $50,000 - $53,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

Summary/Primary Purpose: This role is responsible for annual campaign management, securing major gifts, including individual and corporate foundation gifts with assistance from Western Division (WST) grants team and other donor relations staff.

Requirements

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Creates a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters good relationships with community partners, clients, co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to represent The Salvation Army with the highest level of professionalism.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. The ability to access payroll, timekeeping, and personal data via a web-based system.
• Administrative skills to include utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, attention to detail and filing.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.
• Must pass all applicable background checks.
• 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.
• Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Nice To Haves

• Comprehensive experience in nonprofit fund raising, including prospect research, donor relations, and solicitation is preferred.
• CFRE credentials or similar are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Works directly with the Area Commander for Strategic Development, and in cooperation Command officers and key staff, as well as with WST Director of Philanthropy to develop, coordinate and Implement a fundraising plan to meet budgeted goals for current and expanded operations and setting specific goals for all fundraising
• Participates in administrative planning and evaluation of fundraising
• Develops and implements events that will increase fundraising and local awareness to reach established goal.
• In partnership with WST Communication Department manages media relations strategy with local media to include preparation and distribution of media releases, public service announcements, Also identifies and secures speaking opportunities for the Capital Area Commanders and other staff as designated.
• In partnership with WST Communications Department, manages efforts to raise funds digitally and via social media, and to create promotional materials that make a case for support programs and services throughout the Area Command.
• Actively participates in Advisory Board and committee meetings, steers the development committee.
• In partnership with WST Development Department, is responsible for securing individual, foundation and corporate gifts, as well as pledges from prospects donors, developing their interest, cultivating relationships and stewardship.
• Creates advertising campaigns as requested/needed in cooperation with WST Communications
• Partners with Capital Area Commanders and Social Service Coordinator in completing and submitting Consulting Corps Officers and key staff as necessary.
• Coordinates direct mail campaign and tracks progress of appeals, in cooperation with WST planned giving and direct mail leadership to coordinate the development
• Oversee SalesForce database entries, working directly with WST Data Department, to assure accuracy of donor records and
• Support program development including creating policies, procedures, and evaluation of programs in conjunction with Area Coordinators, Advisory Board, Officers, and key staff.
• Prepares and submits reports as
• Represents The Salvation Army In community service club meetings as
• This role may be required to work hours outside of normal work hours to include evenings, weekends and
• Driving is an essential function of the position.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation Range: $50,000-$53,000 Annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level