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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 :
- Marketing and Public Relations Responsibilities (30%) :
Writes and submits news and press releases to radio, television, and print media to promote Salvation Army events, meetings, and projects.
Recruits, screens, trains, and places volunteer staff ensuring adequate support is maintained.
Serves as lead coordinator of Christmas kettles and Angel Tree; contacts and secures locations for kettles.
Contacts the media to create awareness of special interest or events of The Salvation Army.
Other Responsibilities :
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 progressively responsible experience overseeing special events and / or volunteer-related activities, or any equivalent combinations of training and experience.
Certifications : Valid State Drivers License.
Physical Requirements : Ability to meet attendance requirements; communicate effectively; work under pressure; speak before large groups; travel to various locations.
Working Conditions : Work may be performed in an office environment with little or no physical discomforts.
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