Employment Type : Full-Time
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Volunteer/Public Relations/Special Events Coordinator for the Kentucky - Tennessee Territory, located in Richmond, Kentucky.
Job Summary
Plans, develops, coordinates, manages, and monitors all public relations, volunteer, and special events activities related to the Area Coordinate; 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.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same. Knowledge of the principles and practices of working with volunteers and special event projects and internet marketing. Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns. Ability to administer a budget and monitors expenditures for compliance with the same. Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army. Ability to prepare and maintain reports in an accurate, complete, and timely manner. Ability to work independently and with limited supervision. Ability to plan and coordinate fund-raising events and activities.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university related in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field, and Four to five years progressively responsible experience overseeing special events and/or volunteer-related activities or Any equivalent combinations of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Certifications:
Valid Driver's License (Must meet The Salvation Army’s guidelines to be approved as a driver.)
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Ability to meet attendance requirements, Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language, Ability to cook, taste, and smell food, Work requires the ability to lift and carry and/or push/pull light (less than 25lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment. Light mobility: duties are usually performed by a combination of standing, walking, and primarily sitting.
Additional Comments:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
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Application Submittal Period: 03/14/2022 – 04/14/2022
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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