Food Pantry Associate

Summary/Primary Purpose

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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Greet visitors/clients in a friendly manner.
• Secure the necessary client information and enter data into Service Point program.
• Inventory food order from Food Bank of the Heartland and orders food as needed.
• Ensure pantry shelves are stocked and that the area is neat.
• Sort and stock personal care items.
• Supervise pantry volunteers.
• Run reports for compliancy and statistical information, as directed.
• Turn in reports monthly for Food Bank of the Heartland, and stats.
• Attend meetings as directed.
• Drive as an essential function of this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Volunteers

Qualifications

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Administrative skills including utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, 10-key, attention to detail and filing.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.

Other Qualifications

• Must pass all applicable background checks.
• Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside.
• Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.
• Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit most of the time.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• May need to climb or balance or stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Need to be able to talk or hear.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work with moderate noise in a business office and occasional outdoor tasks in a variety of weather conditions.