Angel Tree Coordinator

The Salvation Army service extension unit located in Marion, Illinois, is looking for an Angel Tree Coordinator! This individual will be responsible for working with Toy Town locations and other agencies to identify qualified families to participate in the Adopt a Family program.

This is a part-time temporary position, 15 hours per week, with starting pay of $15.00 per hour.

The Salvation Army 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.    

Essential Functions

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job description.)

• Work with Toy Town locations and other agencies to identify qualified families to participate in the Adopt a Family program.
• Collect needed information to register qualifying families.
• Gather donors to adopt needy families and individuals.
• Match donors to clients.
• Enter matched families into the database.
• Provide weekly reports on families and donor adoptions.

Full job description available upon interview. 

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list.  It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. 

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.  Good organization, phone, written communication, data entry, research, and interpersonal skills; emotionally mature.  Able to accept last minute changes and deadlines.  Must be flexible in attitude and nature.  Must maintain client confidentiality.  Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and pass TSA MVR check.  Must be available to work weekdays during office hours with some Saturdays and evenings as needed. 

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be capable of performing the above essential duties in an office environment to include using a computer, answering phones, etc.  Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.  Work requires frequent use of computer terminal and other office equipment.  Requires long periods of sitting, and close visual examination of computer products.  There may be some standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, and small packages.  Position may occasionally be expected to help set up rooms for meetings and special events.

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. 

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.