Job DescriptionDescription
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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Community Services Community Specialist and Warehouse Lead works within a team to provide services and assist in daily operations of the Community Services Office, including the Food pantry, Emergency Services, Life Skill Classes, and Seasonal Events. Incumbent follows the policies and procedures for the Community Services Department under the direction of the Community Services Program Manager.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent; AA degree or higher with work experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Knowledge of/willing to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Client Management systems
Knowledge of social services and local resources preferred
Proficiency in typing, data entry, and organization
Empathize with and advocate for a vulnerable population, maintain confidential personal information
Willing to cross-train and fill-in as needed in other TSA programs
Self-motivated and work with minimal supervision
Possess a valid driver's license
Pass Criminal and Driver Background Check
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Warehouse:
Responsible for overseeing/accepting all deliveries to the food pantry
Responsible for donation pickups
Accept community donations and log them properly
Ensure we follow the first in first out rule rotating food in the warehouse and the freezer/cooler
Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and shopping area
Responsible for tasking volunteers in accordance to warehouse needs
Check temperature logs for the freezer and cooler every day
Check the rodent traps each day and record on log
Communicate with program manager about warehouse/food pantry operations, needs, and requests
Food Pantry:
Maintain ordering, accepting, and sourcing food, stocking shelves, and organizing areas
Breakdown and restock product from pallets
Restock shelves and walk-ins throughout the day
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in the food pantry and the warehouse
Client Management:
Interview applicants to determine eligibility for programs and agency resources
Responsible for monitoring and recording food distributions to clients
Administration:
Follow all TSA and Program specific policies and procedures
Assist with seasonal/special events
Attend meetings and events as required by the Community Services Program Manager and TSA
Regularly gather and distribute resources for the Community Services Office and other programs
Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
Grasp, push, pull, objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, doors, and reach overhead
Operate a telephone
Operate a desktop computer
Access and produce information from a computer
Understand written and verbal information
Lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis
Sweep, clean, shovel snow, and perform other janitorial tasks as needed
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 to 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.
BENEFITS:
A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.
Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.
Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.
Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.
Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.
Paid Vacation:
Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.
Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
Driver's License (required)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.