Volunteer& PTM Coordinator

The Salvation Army Southern California•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Volunteer & PTM Coordinator recruits and manages volunteers for Silicon Valley Coordination (SVC) programs and events, including Back to School and Christmas Distribution. They also oversee The Salvation Army’s Protecting the Mission (PTM) program to ensure the safety of children and vulnerable adults, working closely with other SVC program managers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Valid driver’s license (required)
Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Self-starter; completes projects independently with minimal supervision
Follows oral and written instructions
Skilled in editing and media-level writing
Communicates clearly and efficiently
Creative, organized, flexible, articulate, and collaborative with leadership skills
Maintains confidentiality as required

Responsibilities

Support SVC operations under the direction of the Silicon Valley Administrator
Maintain digital volunteer job descriptions for all roles
Share volunteer opportunities via platforms like the website, VolunteerMatch, and social media
Ensure all volunteers complete PTM clearance, fingerprinting (if needed), training, orientation, and background checks
Organize volunteer appreciation events and acknowledgments
Track and report volunteer participation data
For seasonal events (e.g., Christmas Distribution, Back to School), recruit, train, and manage volunteers, and be present during activities
Stay in regular contact with program managers to understand current volunteer needs
Coordinate PTM training for staff and volunteers
Monitor PTM compliance across programs, staff, volunteers, and facilities
Prepare and submit required PTM reports
Provide PTM training as needed
Attend divisional PTM training sessions
Other related duties as required