<p>For 130 years, The Salvation Army of Dane County has offered spiritual ministry, social services, and youth programs to thousands of Dane County residents, without discrimination. We currently serve the most vulnerable members of our community through a wide range of programs, as well as extensive case management services. While we strive to provide compassionate care and a primary goal of all of our programs and services is to improve the life skills and circumstances of those we serve. If you want to help make a difference by serving your community and helping those in need, apply now!</p> <p>The Director of Community Outreach leads the public relations and marketing efforts for The Salvation Army in Dane County. Recruits and manages volunteers. Also leads in special event planning and engages community support for special events and the Red Kettle Campaign.</p> <p>Community Engagement Leadership</p> <ul> <li>Develop and lead a comprehensive community engagement strategy that grows awareness and support for The Salvation Army's mission. </li><li>Build and manage partnerships with corporations, civic groups, schools, faith communities, and service organizations. </li><li>Serve as a primary public representative of the organization at community meetings, fairs, speaking engagements, and partnership events. </li><li>Coordinate community-driven initiatives such as drives, campaigns, and grassroots collaborations. </li></ul> <p>Volunteer Program Management</p> <ul> <li>Manage the volunteer program: recruitment, training, placement, supervision, recognition, and retention. </li><li>Design new volunteer roles and programs that support agency operations and program staff needs. </li><li>Ensure volunteer policies, risk management procedures, and compliance with The Salvation Army standards. </li><li>Maintain the volunteer database and provide reporting on volunteer hours, engagement metrics, and program outcomes. </li></ul> <p>Communications & Brand Management</p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute a comprehensive communications and marketing plan for the organization. </li><li>Manage all digital content platforms including social media, website, newsletters, email campaigns, and digital ads. </li><li>Develop and maintain brand-consistent messaging in alignment with national Salvation Army guidelines. </li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries. </li><li>Write and distribute press releases; coordinate interviews and media opportunities. </li><li>Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets. </li><li>Oversee production of video content showcasing programs, donor impact, and community stories. </li><li>Coordinate photo/video shoots and manage digital asset libraries. </li><li>Work with program staff to gather client stories and impact data for communications use </li></ul> <p>Events Management</p> <ul> <li>Lead the planning, budgeting, execution, and evaluation of all organizational events including fundraising events, community engagement activities, volunteer appreciation events, and awareness campaigns. </li><li>Develop sponsorship strategies for events in collaboration with development staff. </li><li>Oversee logistics, vendor management, event promotion, and post-event reporting. </li><li>Ensure events support larger organizational goals and community engagement strategies. </li></ul> <p>Red Kettle Engagement</p> <ul> <li>Recruit and coordinate volunteer bell ringers, including individuals and groups. </li><li>Build partnerships with churches, service clubs, and community organizations for volunteer participation. </li><li>Support volunteer appreciation and retention efforts related to the Kettle seasons. </li><li>Develop all public-facing marketing materials, digital content, press releases, social media campaigns, and video content for kettles. </li><li>Support Director of Strategic giving in special kettle-related events such as the Red Kettle Kickoff, media days, and volunteer appreciation activities. </li></ul> <p>Education: Bachelor's degree in one of the following or a related field: Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration</p> <p>Experience: 5 years of progressively responsible experience in community engagement, volunteer management, public relations and event planning, with leadership experience.</p> <p>Certifications: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with clearance to drive from TSA insurance.</p> <p>The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>Who we are:</p> <p>Our Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our message is based on the Bible. Our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination.</p> <p>Why work for us?</p> <p>The Salvation Army's brand promises to Do the Most Good - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.</p> <p>We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.</p> <p>The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families. Because of this, we offer :</p> <ul> <li>Competitive Salary </li><li>Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment </li><li>Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays) </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life </li><li>Insurance benefits: excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability </li><li>Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance </li></ul> <p>Full-time employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week will be eligible for full benefits, including health, dental, vision and hearing benefits, basic and voluntary life benefits, holiday pay and paid time off, which is pro-rated based on their regularly scheduled work week.</p> <p>Exempt Employees: Health, dental, vision, and hearing benefits, as well as basic and voluntary life benefits, will begin on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.</p> <p>Compensation:</p> <p>At The Salvation Army - We honor the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We are dedicated to fair pay practices, ensuring equal compensation for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other factors.</p> <p>Be part of something meaningful. Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like finance or fundraising, each role offers a chance to make a lasting impact. If you're looking to align your career with your values, explore opportunities at The Salvation Army and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.</p> <p>Compensation: $49,589-$61,987/year, based on experience.</p>