Christmas Angel Tree Assistant

POSITION TITLE: Angel Tree Assistant

REPORTS TO: Corps Officer

STATUS: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time/Non-Exempt

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

SCOPE OF POSITION: This temporary seasonal position is responsible for coordinating the Angel Tree Christmas program. The role requires working closely with donors, businesses, staff, and volunteers to ensure the program runs smoothly throughout the county.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Enter and process Angel Tree applications

• Complete and process all Angel Tree tags

• Prepare and distribute Angel Tree gift materials

• Assist with holiday correspondence and follow-up

• Maintain and update contact and volunteer information

• Generate reports as required

• Receive and organize community donations

• Maintain gifts and volunteer lists for the Angel Tree program

• Assist during Christmas distribution days

• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• One year/season experience with holiday assistance programs, preferably Angel Tree and Adopt-a-Family programs.

• Current post-secondary students or recent graduates are welcome.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Detail-oriented with strong attention to detail

• Self-starter with initiative

• Team player with strong collaboration skills

• Knowledge of and experience in general office procedures.

• Trustworthy and capable of working independently.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Professional telephone etiquette

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure

• Customer service mindset

• General knowledge of business protocols

• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality

• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel

• Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to quickly learn new software programs with basic training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously

• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files or file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead

• Ability to operate a telephone and computer to access and produce information

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

• Ability to understand written and oral instructions

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 meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomfort associated without noise, dust, dirt and similar.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to reassign, review the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed based on the organization’s need or when circumstances change.

Work Schedule / Location:

Work schedule varies based on need, but will typically follow business hours on Tues to Sat.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities