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The Salvation Army

Special Events & Community Relations Specialist

The Salvation Army, Springfield, Ohio, United States, 45502

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The Salvation Army The Special Events & Community Relations Specialist develops an annual plan to organize, coordinate and promote special events which provide funding for critical programs undertaken by The Salvation Army in Springfield and Clark County including a robust annual Christmas distribution. REPORTS TO

Corps Officers, Divisional Development Director SUPERVISES

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Exempt SCHEDULE

Full Time. Hours Vary. This position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays. FUNCTION

The position works closely with the Corps officers to identify opportunities for marketing, community relations and recruiting local volunteers. The Special Events & Community Relations Specialist will work closely with the Divisional Development Director when major gift level and gift planning donors are identified for further cultivation. MAJOR DUTIES

Seeks to establish engaging special events for the Springfield Corps to promote current activities and programming to increase awareness and keep the public informed of current and future events. Manages social media accounts and updates the website for timely and accurate information about the activities at The Springfield Corps Community Worship and Service Center. Works closely with DHQ to move identified giving prospects to Donor Relations Directors and/or Gift Planning Director to grow individual donor relationships. Attend quarterly meetings with the Divisional Director of Development and Corps Officers to provide support and connection with DHQ CRD operations and standards for the Division and Territory. Hold The Salvation Army brand (insignia) in high regard and always represent it professionally as directed in the orders and regulations of The Salvation Army. Responsible for coordinating the Christmas fundraising overall effort. OTHER DUTIES

Adheres to all policies set forth in The Salvation Army Handbook for Employees. Works closely with DHQ to move identified giving prospects to Donor Relations Directors and/or Gift Planning Director to grow individual donor relationships. Attend quarterly meetings with the Divisional Director of Development and Corps Officers to provide support and connection with DHQ CRD operations and standards for the Division and Territory. Maintains the confidentiality of all information received in his/her position and shall not, at time of termination of employment, remove such records, documents, software or other programs which are and shall remain the property of The Salvation Army. Complies with guidelines relating to activity and productivity reporting including, but not limited to, periodic personnel and activity reviews with supervisory officer in addition to an annual review. BENEFITS

Benefits shall be consistent with the provisions of The Salvation Army Handbook for Employees. TERMINATION

Termination for other than by mutual consent of employee and The Salvation Army supervising headquarters shall be consistent with the provisions of The Salvation Army Handbook for Employees. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Must embrace, support and reflect well on The Salvation Army’s mission and values. Bachelor’s degree or 2-4 years’ experience, preferably in a non-profit setting. Demonstration of social media skills and engaging copy for outward-facing engagement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; especially strong proof-reading skills. Detail-oriented, adaptable, organized and demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects and tasks with grace and professionalism. Ability to problem solve, think strategically and creatively, is goal-oriented with good follow-through. Proficient in Word, Excel, Publisher, Mail Merge, PowerPoint and Internet searches, required. Previous experience with a donor software system and website management preferred. Must have a valid driver's license with the ability to obtain and maintain driving privileges per Salvation Army insurance standards. The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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