Special Events & Volunteer Coordinator
Categories Administrator
Expires Jul 27, 2026
Description
Plans, coordinates and supervises arrangements for selected special event functions in Northeast Florida to include assisting the other as needed. Researches and secures location, facilities, transportation, and equipment; recruits, assigns, and supervises volunteers; monitors event functions to ensure events run smoothly; serves as liaison to the Public Relations Coordinator in order to obtain media opportunities. Key responsibilities include planning and analyzing cost-effective events, setting revenue goals, forming relationships with volunteers and donors. Recruits, trains, coordinates, and monitors the work of volunteers ensuring ample staff to meet event or campaign needs; prepares records and reports regarding the same; supervises Red Kettle Assistant(s) during the Holiday season.
This position requires a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends. Requires an outgoing, detail-oriented, event-planning professional who can form/build vendor, community, and donor relationships with an awareness of the Development Department’s overall fundraising goals. Will be responsible for other special events fundraisers throughout the year to include the volunteer appreciation dinner, office celebrations, William Booth Society events, Kettle Kickoff, and other events as directed. Attends networking workshops, webinars, volunteer fairs, as directed by Director of Development.
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Essential duties and responsibilities
Schedule/Hours: 8 to 5 Monday – Friday 40 hours per week possible weekends Key Responsibilities: Creates, implements, and evaluates strategic plan for Red Kettle volunteer and Site Recruitment to maximize fundraising opportunities. Supervises Red Kettle assistant(s) during the Holiday season, assigns, trains, and monitors work duties and schedules of same. Research, registers, and attends community events related to visibility of The Salvation Army and recruitment of volunteers. Recruits and participates in the screening, selection, and recognition of volunteer staff ensuring adequate staff is maintained to meet event and campaign needs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a normal office environment and in the community.
Qualifications
Valid Driver License
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field And Three years progressively responsible experience performing grants management work, Or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Salary/Salary Range
$20.77
How to Apply
Log into: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/employment-opportunities/ Click the grey area on the Map, then click visit careers page Scroll down to click Florida Careers In the city, state block type: FLA-Jacksonville Area Command-Jacksonville, FL 32204 click search Scroll down until you see (Special Events & Volunteer Coordinator) job posting
Company/Organization
NEFL AC Salvation Army
https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/employment-opportunities/