Volunteer Specialist - Dallas/Rockwall Counties (6355)

Job Details Job Location: Dallas, TX 75235 (North TX Area Command) Position Type: Full Time Regular Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Category: Public Relations Oversees the cultivation and management of volunteer groups for county or counties services projects with Corps locations within the identified counties. Identifies opportunities for connecting with area corporations, organizations and churches within the counties; manages corporate and community events, and volunteers related to service projects and special events, in concert with other members of the Community Relations team. Builds relationships with high-level volunteers within the counties, oversees volunteer efforts for corporate relations, events and Christmas projects. Plans necessary data collection systems and completes ongoing and end of season reports and analysis upon receipt of Corps reports; assists Director of County Community Relations and Fundraising and Corps Officers in other volunteer opportunities as assigned; maintains the data collection of volunteer information for the North Texas Area Command. Key Responsibilities Recruits and refers volunteers for designated county, including scheduling and placement for service projects needed by Corps Officers. Collaborates with the Corps to define needs and to recruit and place volunteers at their facility. Assists the Director of County Community Relations and Fundraising with other volunteer responsibilities as assigned. Assists with ongoing development and promotion of a wide range of volunteer opportunities with The Salvation Army Local Corps within counties; recruits, trains, interviews and screens all volunteers needed to support projects. Coordinates county volunteer activities and work assignments; reviews written reports and observes work activities of volunteers to evaluate performance; assists in identifying and recommending changes in assignment of county volunteer staff; informs county volunteers of policies, procedures, and standards of service. Updates a Volunteer Service Project database monthly which lists multiple volunteer services projects within the county for every Salvation Army program in the North Texas Area Command. Collaborates with the Corps officers within the county in planning and coordination of county volunteer information and data collection efforts to produce management reports for Corps Officers and Director of County Community Relations and Fundraising. Coordinates county Christmas volunteer projects to include Corps locations on‑site training and seasonal support staff. Makes initial contacts with malls within the county prior to the season; confirms participation and details with Christmas volunteer projects and any limitations or requirements imposed by mall management. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate English language effectively; Ability to work under pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle or personal vehicle for business needs. Ability and willingness to conduct duties in accordance with the ministry and Christian principles; conduct communication and duties with highest level of professionalism. Some duties performed seated, may involve brief or occasional standing or walking. Volunteer projects will occasionally require standing for at least 7 hours and working in a warehouse distributing toys and other needs; some events outdoors. Limited physical effort with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently. Work may be performed in office environment and other locations; some tasks performed in warehouse sorting and distributing toys with noise, dust, dirt, etc. Employee Benefits Health, Dental, Vision and Hearing Insurance plans. Group Life Insurance. Retirement Benefits. Paid Time Off. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, non‑profit management, social services or similar. Three years’ experience performing volunteer coordination with a non‑profit organization, or any equivalent combination of training and experience providing required knowledge, skills and abilities. Certifications Valid State Driver’s License. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans | Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Salvation Army