Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.39 - $33.13
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
employer funded Pension Plan
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
AD&D benefits
AFLAC insurance
Purpose driven work environment
Job Description
The Salvation Army's Divisional Headquarters, located in Canton, Massachusetts, is currently hiring a Greater Boston Events Coordinator. The Salvation Army is a respected international evangelical organization that is part of the universal Christian Church. With a mission rooted in preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs without discrimination, The Salvation Army combines spiritual care with practical support, aiming to serve communities in need through various social ministries and outreach programs. The Divisional Headquarters serves as a central hub for regional operations and is committed to fostering community well-being through strategic events and partnerships.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field
- Minimum 2 years experience in event planning
- Experience supervising professionals or volunteers
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience training others including volunteers and staff
- Understanding of The Salvation Army mission
- Ability to exercise confidentiality, discretion, and good judgment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Cultural sensitivity and familiarity with community resources
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other event-related software
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Must be able to multitask effectively
- Availability to work weekends and evenings
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field such as hospitality or project management
- Minimum 2 years experience in event planning
- Experience supervising and working with professionals and volunteers
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience training volunteers, staff, or partners
- Understanding of The Salvation Army mission
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Cultural sensitivity and knowledge of community resources
- Proficient in Microsoft applications and relevant software
- Strong multi-faceted communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Capable of multitasking while maintaining high-quality detailed work
- Willingness to work weekends and evenings as needed
Job Duties
- Manage The Salvation Army's Greater Boston event management, recruitment materials, newsletters, and ensuring communications are accurate and reflect the organization's voice
- Coordinate the management of the Greater Boston Events database and volunteer database, maximizing efficiency
- Develop and revise volunteer web pages and social media for special events
- Lead event planning, production, meetings, and on-site event management
- Communicate event calendars, vision, goals with key stakeholders including Corps Officers, Social Ministries, and Advancement
- Prepare and submit budgets and funding proposals
- Process volunteer background checks with Human Resources
- Track and analyze event data to support client and business relationships
- Manage clerical and operational tasks for distribution events in collaboration with Social Ministries
- Coordinate drives and collections with Corps Officers and Service Extension Units
- Provide event reports and summaries to management
- Ensure compliance with KeepSAfe training for volunteers and staff
- Perform additional duties as needed within the scope of the position
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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