Mobile Hope Market Coordinator

The Salvation Army Kalispell Corps is seeking a Mobile Hope Market Coordinator to oversee food distributions and related programs.

About the role

The Mobile Hope Market Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and implementation of all Hope Market Programs associated with The Salvation Army in Kalispell, Montana.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, facilitate, and oversee food distributions and any other program/event associated with the Hope Market.
• Drive the Mobile Hope Market to and from distribution sites.
• Clean, maintain, and stock the Mobile Hope Market in preparation for distributions.
• Check temperatures and equipment to ensure proper function, maintaining logs as needed.
• Pick up donations from local grocery stores and food banks in coordination with the Custodian/Driver.
• Weigh and log donations as required by funding agreements.
• Coordinate and train volunteers for Hope Market programming.
• Ensure the health and safety of program participants while maintaining a clean and safe work area, following applicable safety policies.
• Prepare and set up communication with program participants, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Maintain all Hope Market records, tracking, and paperwork, and enter them into the digital database.
• Ensure compliance with requirements for all funding sources.
• Report monthly and yearly statistics to appropriate programs and agencies on time.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings, including child safety and fleet safety training.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to employee dress codes.
• Shop for supplies as needed.
• Assist with seasonal efforts, such as Christmas intake/distribution, kettle fundraising, and data entry.
• Assist with feeding program coverage when necessary (help cook and serve meals).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Corps Officer(s).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous customer service or social service work is beneficial.
• Previous Salvation Army work or volunteer experience is beneficial.
• Must be up to date on all Salvation Army programs and able to promote them within the community.
• Ability to relate positively to people from diverse backgrounds.
• Flexibility and openness to new ideas and multiple priorities.
• Ability to work well independently and in a professional, courteous manner.
• Ability to use basic office equipment such as phones, printers, copiers, and computers.
• Valid and current State of Montana driver’s license.
• Age 21 or older for driving responsibilities; must pass a State of Montana motor vehicle check and complete The Salvation Army driving test.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with multiple social media platforms.
• Working knowledge of integrated database applications; ability to learn new software with basic training.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously.
• Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files and file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to operate a telephone and computer.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (usually file boxes).
• Ability to understand and produce written information.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Schedule

Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM. In-person at The Salvation Army Kalispell Corps in Kalispell, MT.