Volunteer, Public Relations, and Special events Coordinator_NE-TX_101-Administra

Volunteer, Public Relations, and Special Events Coordinator

Location: Tyler, TX

Job Code: 22427

Job Family: Development

Direct Reports: None

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Summary:

Plans, develops, coordinates, manages, and monitors all public relations, volunteer, and special events activities related to the Area Coordinator; recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors the work of volunteers to ensure ample staff support to meet program needs; plans and monitors all Salvation Army special events; writes and submits news and press releases and other marketing functions.

Essential Functions:

1. Marketing and Public Relations Responsibilities (30%):
   • Writes and submits news and press releases to media to promote Salvation Army events, meetings, and projects.
   • Designs, develops, and prepares a quarterly newsletter to keep donors and media informed.
   • Supervises and participates in creating promotional materials.
   • Writes articles to promote the services of The Salvation Army.
   • Prepares presentations for meetings.
   • Attends events and writes articles for publications.
   • Designs and generates promotional materials as needed.
2. Volunteer Coordination Responsibilities (30%):
   • Recruits, screens, trains, and places volunteer staff.
   • Maintains records on all volunteers and coordinates volunteer recognition events.
   • Plans, schedules, and assigns work for volunteers.
   • Ensures background checks and conducts performance evaluations.
   • Maintains contact with volunteers throughout their service.
   • Provides direction and resources to volunteers.
   • Prepares annual reports on the volunteer program.
3. Special Events Coordination Responsibilities (30%):
   • Coordinates Christmas kettles and Angel Tree programs.
   • Attends community networking opportunities.
   • Plans and executes special events and fundraising activities.
   • Establishes goals for fundraising events.
   • Ensures appropriate promotion and monitors event logistics.
4. Liaison Responsibilities (10%):
   • Contacts media to create awareness of events.
   • Represents The Salvation Army in a professional manner.
   • Speaks to groups to promote Salvation Army programs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assists in preparing the departmental budget.
• Travels as needed for training and oversight.
• Works weekend and evening hours as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field and four to five years of experience overseeing special events and/or volunteer activities.

Certifications: Valid State Driver's License.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel for public meetings and events.

Working Conditions:

Work may be performed in an office environment with minimal physical discomforts.

Statement of Purpose:

This document provides information about the position. Duties may vary, and this document serves as a guideline for qualifications. The Salvation Army reserves the right to make changes as necessary.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to uphold its religious mission.

Application Instructions:

Please fully complete the application, upload your resume, and contact HR for accommodations during the application process.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!