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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 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.

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.

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.

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!

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