Food Pantry Coordinator

At The Salvation Army our employees are the heartbeat of our mission. We foster a community of passionate people dedicated to changing lives and bringing hope to those who need it most.

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
• Assist in the food acquisition process, handling, and stocking.
• Accommodate the scheduling needs of all participants as available and appropriate.
• Coordinate 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.
• Coordinate and oversee food pantry volunteers.
• Coordinate seasonal programs as assigned, including the application process
• Organizes seasonal in-kind drives and distributions.
• Fulfills ad hoc and periodic survey requests, and provides information needed for reports to administration.
• Perform 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.

Qualifications:

Education/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)

Qualifications:

Full Time

The Salvation Army offers the following 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 your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
• Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• 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 following 30 days of employment and you may begin to use accrued sick days once available. 
• Up to (6) 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 per year based on date of hire.
• Birthday off with pay.  
• Paid holidays are effective immediately.

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.

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.