The Salvation Army Southern California
Volunteer & PTM Coordinator
The Salvation Army Southern California, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
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Volunteer & PTM Coordinator
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The Salvation Army Southern California
Overview The Volunteer & PTM Coordinator recruits and manages volunteers for Silicon Valley Coordination (SVC) programs and events, including Back to School and Christmas Distribution. They also oversee The Salvation Army’s Protecting the Mission (PTM) program to ensure the safety of children and vulnerable adults, working closely with other SVC program managers.
Duties and Responsibilities Volunteer Coordinator
Support SVC operations under the direction of the Silicon Valley Administrator
Maintain digital volunteer job descriptions for all roles
Share volunteer opportunities via platforms like the website, VolunteerMatch, and social media
Ensure all volunteers complete PTM clearance, fingerprinting (if needed), training, orientation, and background checks
Organize volunteer appreciation events and acknowledgments
Track and report volunteer participation data
Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for seasonal events (e.g., Christmas Distribution, Back to School) and be present during activities
Stay in regular contact with program managers to understand current volunteer needs
Protecting the Mission (PTM) Coordinator
Coordinate PTM training for staff and volunteers
Monitor PTM compliance across programs, staff, volunteers, and facilities
Prepare and submit required PTM reports
Provide PTM training as needed
Attend divisional PTM training sessions
Perform other related duties as required
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Valid CA driver’s license (required)
Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Skills and Abilities
Self‑starter; completes projects independently with minimal supervision
Follows oral and written instructions
Skilled in editing and media‑level writing
Communicates clearly and efficiently
Creative, organized, flexible, articulate, and collaborative with leadership skills
Maintains confidentiality as required
Equipment Used
Modern office equipment and relevant software
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Labor‑intensive jobs may require additional physical capacity
ADA Statement Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and that their work‑related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At‑Will Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at‑will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at‑will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
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Volunteer & PTM Coordinator
role at
The Salvation Army Southern California
Overview The Volunteer & PTM Coordinator recruits and manages volunteers for Silicon Valley Coordination (SVC) programs and events, including Back to School and Christmas Distribution. They also oversee The Salvation Army’s Protecting the Mission (PTM) program to ensure the safety of children and vulnerable adults, working closely with other SVC program managers.
Duties and Responsibilities Volunteer Coordinator
Support SVC operations under the direction of the Silicon Valley Administrator
Maintain digital volunteer job descriptions for all roles
Share volunteer opportunities via platforms like the website, VolunteerMatch, and social media
Ensure all volunteers complete PTM clearance, fingerprinting (if needed), training, orientation, and background checks
Organize volunteer appreciation events and acknowledgments
Track and report volunteer participation data
Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for seasonal events (e.g., Christmas Distribution, Back to School) and be present during activities
Stay in regular contact with program managers to understand current volunteer needs
Protecting the Mission (PTM) Coordinator
Coordinate PTM training for staff and volunteers
Monitor PTM compliance across programs, staff, volunteers, and facilities
Prepare and submit required PTM reports
Provide PTM training as needed
Attend divisional PTM training sessions
Perform other related duties as required
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Valid CA driver’s license (required)
Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Skills and Abilities
Self‑starter; completes projects independently with minimal supervision
Follows oral and written instructions
Skilled in editing and media‑level writing
Communicates clearly and efficiently
Creative, organized, flexible, articulate, and collaborative with leadership skills
Maintains confidentiality as required
Equipment Used
Modern office equipment and relevant software
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Labor‑intensive jobs may require additional physical capacity
ADA Statement Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and that their work‑related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes.
At‑Will Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at‑will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at‑will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
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