Operations Manager - The Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Render ministerial, outreach and administrative services as the Operations Manager to the East Cleveland Community, recognizing their spiritual, emotional, physical, and social needs – making full use of the Corps and community resources under the direction of the Corps Officers as part of the East Cleveland Corps Ministry Team. Also, your function is to assist the Corps Officers with the day-to-day operations of the corps and to support and maintain the policies, procedures and overall well-being of the ministry, within the vision and goals of The Salvation Army, its Officers and the Corps.  This position pays $40,000/year.

SUPERVISION
• Serve as supervisor of daily operations of the entire Corps facility.
• Supervision, recruitment and training of corps administration staff
• Supervision, evaluation and professional development of all staff.
• Supervisor to all seasonal workers.
• Directly supervise the staff as indicated in the chain of command detailed in the organizational structure.

HUMAN RESOURCES
• Implement personnel policies and practices of the NEO division as related to the corps.
• Maintain all Human Resources records, forms and documents and keep all documents secure.
• Process, file, and transmit payroll data under the supervision of Corps Officers.
• Maintain attendance controller and log all employee absences, vacations sick time, etc.

OFFICE MANAGEMENT
• Be responsible for communication with all staff positions in the Pastors absence.
• Conduct consistent staff meetings alongside of the Corps Officer.
• Oversee the compilation of accurate, timely statistical reporting to DHQ and funders.
• Explore potential funding sources in cooperation with the Area Services. Assist in the preparation and review of funding requests.
• Prepare reports as requested for Area Services, DHQ, funders, community providers, etc.
• Manage main office of the Corps and all pertinent equipment: Copier, fax, etc.
• Be responsible for the inventory and purchasing of all office supplies and equipment.
• Have responsibility for all in-house printing and mailings.
• Establish and maintain all necessary filing systems, including, but not limited to the standard Salvation Army system.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with both public and private agencies in the community.
• Attends meetings in the community that relate to relevant community issues.
• Represents The Salvation Army at special events, as requested.
• Respond to request for public speaking opportunities within the community.
• Identify and assess the needs of the East Cleveland Community.
• Take minutes in all staff and Advisory Council Meetings.
• Participate in and support the implementation of special activities and events for the Corps as requested by the Corps Officer.
• Assist with administration of seasonal programs (Christmas, Kettles, Back-to-School, and Summer Youth).
• Assist with the registrations for all holiday activities, meals and toy programs.
• Attend conferences as recommended by the Corps Officers.
• Oversee volunteers, Court Community services, and clientele from various county Work Experience Programs rendering services to the East Cleveland Corps.

ADMINISTRATIVE
• Make weekly reports to the Corps Officer pertaining critical financial status.
• Keep all income and other official documents secure in the Corps safe.
• Complete deposit slips and make deposits to bank as needed.
• Manage and keep secure the Corps Petty Cash.
• Responsible for processing invoices for payment.
• Maintain records of all gift-in-kind donations.
• Maintain vehicle logs for all vehicles and make submissions to DHQ.

A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalency in experience. Human Resource and organizational skills are a must. Highly developed interpersonal leadership skills. Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications; has working knowledge of office procedures/equipment. Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing. Ability to drive 12 passenger van and pass required Salvation Army driving test.

Salvation Army Mission Statement

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.