Volunteer Coordinator (7651)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Sanford, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for recruiting, enrolling, and training volunteers for service projects within the Corps. The role involves supervising volunteers, preparing and distributing letters to volunteers, collecting and maintaining volunteer information, and assisting in the preparation of volunteer activity reports. The Volunteer Coordinator works with department heads and the Service Center Director and Social Services Manager to determine program needs, discuss volunteer qualifications, and plan special events. This role also assists staff with seasonal programs like Angel Tree and the Red Kettle Campaign to meet fundraising goals, and orients volunteers to The Salvation Army's services and positions. Additionally, the coordinator maintains a calendar of volunteer activities and projects, including website and social media updates.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience recruiting people to perform work on a volunteer basis preferred, or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Recruits, enrolls, and trains volunteers for service projects within the Corps.
Helps supervise volunteers.
Prepares and distributes letters to volunteers.
Collects, organizes, and maintains volunteer information.
Assists in the preparation of volunteer activity reports.
Plans, schedules, and assigns work of volunteers.
Instructs volunteers in proper methods and procedures.
Checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness as well as compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Works with department heads to determine the program’s volunteer needs and to discuss qualifications of specific volunteer applicants.
Works with Service Center Director and Social Services Manager to plan and coordinate special events.
Helps staff seasonal programs, such as Angel Tree and Red Kettle Campaign with Volunteers to meet annual campaign fundraising goals.
Orients volunteers to The Salvation Army services and positions.
Assists volunteers in completing applications, any required background checks, confidentiality commitments, and photo releases.
Maintains a calendar of upcoming volunteer activities and projects, including website updates and social media posts.