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Position Summary The Food Pantry Coordinator is responsible for serving clients and coordinating the daily functions of the food pantry operation. In addition to client services, this role oversees food pantry volunteers and participates in community collaborations.
Essential Responsibilities
Meets with food pantry applicants; assists with application processes; assesses needs for food
Assists in the food acquisition process, handling, and stocking.
Accommodates the scheduling needs of all participants as available and appropriate.
Coordinated product ordering and spending.
Maintains working relationships with community agencies.
Uses electronic database to enter, retrieve, and maintain accurate client records per protocols, monitors fund balances, and requests funding as appropriate.
Serves as liaison; represents The Salvation Army at community meetings.
Coordinated and oversaw food pantry volunteers.
Coordinated seasonal programs as assigned, including the application process.
Organized seasonal in‑kind drives and distributions.
Fulfilled ad hoc and periodic survey requests, and provided information needed for reports to administration.
Performed other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Assist with Angel Tree Campaign, to include:
Sign‑ups
Approving applications
Assigning distribution times
Maintain the database
Oversee online registries and emailing thank‑you notes.
Assist in managing gift donations.
Education and Experience
Associate degree in a related field required (minimum), or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
1 or more years in direct service field.
Experience working with low‑income populations, preferred.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics.
Understand and adhere to professional boundaries within and outside of the organization.
Maintain strict client confidentiality.
Demonstrate a continued effort to increase self‑awareness and to better understand other cultures and issues of social justice and promote racial understanding and reconciliation.
Complete Caseworker Certification Program within 120 days of hire.
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
Benefits
Health Care Benefits which include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Flexible spending accounts, AFLAC, Voluntary life insurance benefits, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability options, Pet Insurance, Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years.
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes: Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment. Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays are effective immediately.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
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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Position Summary The Food Pantry Coordinator is responsible for serving clients and coordinating the daily functions of the food pantry operation. In addition to client services, this role oversees food pantry volunteers and participates in community collaborations.
Essential Responsibilities
Meets with food pantry applicants; assists with application processes; assesses needs for food
Assists in the food acquisition process, handling, and stocking.
Accommodates the scheduling needs of all participants as available and appropriate.
Coordinated product ordering and spending.
Maintains working relationships with community agencies.
Uses electronic database to enter, retrieve, and maintain accurate client records per protocols, monitors fund balances, and requests funding as appropriate.
Serves as liaison; represents The Salvation Army at community meetings.
Coordinated and oversaw food pantry volunteers.
Coordinated seasonal programs as assigned, including the application process.
Organized seasonal in‑kind drives and distributions.
Fulfilled ad hoc and periodic survey requests, and provided information needed for reports to administration.
Performed other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Assist with Angel Tree Campaign, to include:
Sign‑ups
Approving applications
Assigning distribution times
Maintain the database
Oversee online registries and emailing thank‑you notes.
Assist in managing gift donations.
Education and Experience
Associate degree in a related field required (minimum), or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
1 or more years in direct service field.
Experience working with low‑income populations, preferred.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Adhere to The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Ethics.
Understand and adhere to professional boundaries within and outside of the organization.
Maintain strict client confidentiality.
Demonstrate a continued effort to increase self‑awareness and to better understand other cultures and issues of social justice and promote racial understanding and reconciliation.
Complete Caseworker Certification Program within 120 days of hire.
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
Working knowledge of TEAMS and SharePoint
Willingness to learn new software as needed
Certificates and Licenses
Complete Safe From Harm training, and keep current as needed
Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and pass the Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
Benefits
Health Care Benefits which include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Flexible spending accounts, AFLAC, Voluntary life insurance benefits, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability options, Pet Insurance, Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years.
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
Employee Discounts
Paid Time Off which includes: Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment. Up to (4) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
You will receive up to 2 personal days and 2 floating holidays per year based on date of hire.
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays are effective immediately.
Equal Opportunity Statement The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back‑to‑work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
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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