Seasonal Program Assistant

Overview Position Title: Seasonal Program Assistant Location/Department Torrington, CT Status: Seasonal, Part-time, Hours Per Week: 25 hours maximum Assist in the coordination of the Thanksgiving and Angel Tree programs and provide support and assistance to the Corps Officers with holiday programs. Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Assist in the coordination of the Thanksgiving program which includes obtaining family information from staff, interacting with donors, coordinating drop off/pick up of donations, assisting in the Thanksgiving distribution and tracking program data. Assist in coordination of holiday programs such as Angel Tree toy distribution which includes registering families, processing donations, tracking data, and other clerical duties. Serve as back up to reception desk, as needed. This includes answering phones and directing calls appropriately, taking detailed messages when needed. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent Experience working in an office setting, non-profit experience preferred Professional and courteous demeanor Works well under pressure and within deadlines Must have computer skills and be comfortable working with Microsoft Office and Excel Must be organized and able to prioritize tasks Ability to work independently and in a team setting Must have reliable transportation Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but he/she is required to promote and respect the mission of The Salvation Army.