360 Life Center Director

About the role

The 360 Life Center Director will leverage The Salvation Army's full potential in Leavenworth, Kansas, and Leavenworth County to positively impact residents. This involves ministering both practically and spiritually, especially to those impacted by poverty.

Responsibilities

• Engage actively in the community to understand ongoing needs.
• Develop new programs and enhance existing ones in response to community needs.
• Prepare and give presentations representing the community and The Salvation Army's needs, communicating the organization's story in Leavenworth County.
• Analyze the effectiveness of all programs, ensuring they comply with the mission and client needs.
• Develop and manage program policies and performance accountability measures, including United Way outcomes and social service standards.
• Network and collaborate with other community partners and agencies.
• Coordinate and supervise assigned seasonal programs.
• Manage all grants and contracts: research, process, and monitor compliance.
• Manage area development and fundraising activities, including Christmas fundraising, bell ringing, and PR/Marketing activities.
• Partner with Service Extension leadership and Divisional Headquarters Development staff on development and fundraising activities.
• Provide direct services to clients when necessary, including Pathway of Hope casework, emergency services, seasonal assistance, pastoral care, and outreach.
• Deepen and refine all aspects of communications – from digital presence to external relations – to create a stronger brand.
• Expand the 360 Life Center vision and impact of The Salvation Army throughout the region.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
• Maintain compliance with The Salvation Army’s Safe from Harm program.
• Plan, coordinate, instruct, supervise, and evaluate the work performance of staff.
• Conduct regular Advisory Council, staff meetings, and in-service training.
• Uphold a spiritual expression of The Salvation Army through Bible Studies, Live Stream services, and Disaster Service Emotional and Spiritual Care Teams, constantly sharing the gospel and ministry of The Salvation Army.
• Develop, submit to Service Extension leadership for approval, and manage the annual budget.
• Work with Divisional Headquarters Property Specialist to maintain the building and property at acceptable standards of safety and health.
• Publicly represent The Salvation Army to current and potential partners, translating the big-picture impact of The Salvation Army.
• Perform administrative duties including, but not limited to, processing bills, payments, and payroll.
• Perform other duties as assigned related to this position.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred; relevant experience may be considered instead of education requirement.
• Experience: Proven experience in social services, marketing, and development; minimum of three years' experience supervising, developing, training staff, and building teams; experience managing grants and budgets.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong team building
• Proven leadership, coaching, and relationship management skills
• Spiritual Ministry
• Communication (Written, verbal, digital, and social media)
• Ability to operate essential office equipment, including telephone, personal computer, copier, fax machine, and scanning equipment
• Supervisory Responsibility: Unit staff and volunteers

Physical Requirements

• Speaking, hearing, vision
• Bending, squatting, and walking
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 25 pounds

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a typical office setting
• Some evening and weekend work may be required

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. The Salvation Army Mission: 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.