Jobs at The Salvation Army

Manages full-charge bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, payroll journals, sales tax filings, reconciliations, financial reporting, audit schedules, budgeting support, and month-end closing. Supervises accounting staff, approves vendor checks, maintains financial controls, and supports compliance with GAAP. The role requires accounting education, accounting work experience, software proficiency, strong analytical and organizational skills, confidentiality, and occasional weekend or evening availability.

Leads financial management for the Harbor Light Center, including annual budgeting, fiscal reporting, accounts payable, grant and FEMA fund oversight, variance analysis, revenue planning, and contractual compliance. The role supervises the Accounts Receivable Supervisor, ensures Medicaid, insurance, accreditation, and Salvation Army policy compliance, prepares financial reports, supports strategic business planning and fundraising, and presents financial information to leadership and advisory stakeholders.

The Human Resources Generalist manages recruitment, onboarding, employee records, background checks, training compliance, benefits coordination, workers’ compensation, leave tracking, audits, and employee relations. The role serves as the primary HR contact for staff, coordinates with divisional HR, maintains confidential documentation, supports investigations and performance counseling, and ensures compliance with employment regulations and organizational policies.

Leads fundraising and annual campaigns, including major gift solicitation, donor cultivation, foundation and corporate giving, direct mail, digital fundraising, media relations, advertising, and community engagement. Coordinates fundraising events, advisory board activities, donor database accuracy, program development, and reporting. Supervises a Special Events and Community Engagement Specialist and represents The Salvation Army in community settings. Requires occasional evening and weekend work and driving for business purposes.

Coordinates fundraising strategy, annual campaigns, major-gift solicitation, donor cultivation, stewardship, events, media relations, digital fundraising, direct mail, and community engagement. Oversees donor database accuracy, supports program development, prepares reports, leads development committees, and represents the organization publicly. Supervises a Special Events and Community Engagement Specialist and may work evenings or weekends. Driving is required.

Seasonal Christmas Support Staff assist with Salvation Army holiday programs, including Angel Tree, Coats for Kids, kettle campaigns, client applications, and toy donations. The role also performs office administration such as answering phones, filing, typing, database and computer work, and operating office equipment. The position requires strong organization, confidentiality, communication, and integrity. Occasional local driving, evening or weekend work, and lifting up to 20 pounds may be required.

Oversees City Fund accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, cash flow management, variance analysis, government contracts, and internal and external audits. Supervises accounting staff, maintains banking relationships, advises program leaders, ensures compliance with funding requirements and GAAP, and supports financial planning and operational decision-making.

Provides front-desk reception, answers calls, greets clients and donors, directs visitors to appropriate services, schedules appointments, performs clerical tasks, maintains program records, assesses preliminary eligibility, and supports office projects and seasonal activities.

Temporarily represent The Salvation Army by ringing a bell at an assigned kettle location to raise funds. Responsibilities include remaining at the site, greeting the public courteously, safeguarding the kettle and stand, working in all weather conditions, standing for extended periods, following policies, and maintaining professional conduct. Shifts range from four to eight hours, up to 40 hours weekly, from November 7 through December 24.

Provides administrative and business support for Norfolk and Columbus operations. Responsibilities include processing timecards, mail, petty cash, volunteer records, donations, deposits, invoices, personnel and vehicle files, and donation acknowledgements. The role maintains filing systems, answers phones, supports fundraising campaigns, supervises volunteers, and performs data entry and office tasks. Driving, confidentiality, accurate recordkeeping, Microsoft Office proficiency, and handling multiple priorities are required.

Leads fundraising and development for an assigned Salvation Army area, including donor cultivation, major gifts, capital and grant campaigns, direct mail, special events, media relations, and community engagement. Manages donor records in Salesforce, coordinates with divisional development teams, supports advisory boards, oversees local communications, and collaborates with Corps leadership to achieve annual fundraising goals.

Leads fundraising and development for an assigned Salvation Army Corps or County. Responsibilities include creating fundraising strategies, managing donor and corporate relationships, soliciting major gifts, coordinating grants and campaigns, organizing fundraising events, maintaining Salesforce records, recruiting volunteers, and overseeing local media, public relations, website, and social media efforts. The role also supports advisory board engagement and community outreach.

Recruits, interviews, screens, and processes bell ringers; coordinates staffing schedules and route sheets; handles hotline calls and payroll discrepancy resolution; and supports bell ringers with refreshments and administrative needs. Maintains communication with Corps Officers, the Business Administrator, and staff while following organizational policies and procedures. Requires accurate, timely work, conflict resolution, professional communication, moderate physical activity, and driving ability.

Provides front desk, reception, mailroom, office supply, communications, and administrative support for a Salvation Army command center. Greets visitors, answers calls, manages building access procedures, distributes mail and packages, maintains supplies and office equipment, coordinates repairs, updates directories, supports scheduling and special projects, and assists social services staff. The role requires professionalism, confidentiality, accurate multitasking, strong communication, and interaction with diverse community members.

Temporary seasonal bellringer representing The Salvation Army at an assigned outdoor kettle location. Responsibilities include ringing a bell, greeting and thanking the public, safeguarding the kettle and equipment, following policies, remaining at the post, and working in all weather conditions. The role requires standing for extended periods, appropriate dress and conduct, reliable attendance, and a friendly attitude. No supervisory duties or required credentials are listed.

Performs full-charge bookkeeping and accounting for multiple Salvation Army centers. Responsibilities include processing revenue, payables, contributions, journal entries, monthly and annual closings, bank reconciliations, financial analysis, management reporting, budget support, audit schedules, error correction, and external reporting. The role collaborates with Corps and divisional leadership while maintaining confidentiality and accurate financial records.

Directs fundraising and development activities for The Salvation Army’s Elkhart service area, including donor and foundation relations, grant writing, capital and endowment campaigns, mail appeals, media and public relations, special events, and advisory board coordination. Leads development staff, collaborates with Corps leadership, manages fundraising strategies, and supports seasonal initiatives. Requires community engagement, team supervision, communication, and occasional travel.

Leads community relations, fundraising, donor development, volunteer engagement, strategic partnerships, public outreach, special events, grant coordination, and advisory board support for The Salvation Army. Builds relationships with donors, businesses, churches, civic organizations, and community leaders; manages fundraising plans and donor records in Salesforce; recruits volunteers; and represents the organization through presentations, media engagement, and community events. Supervises a Volunteer Coordinator and Public Relations and Media Specialist.

The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, donors, volunteers, and staff. Responsibilities include greeting guests, answering and directing calls, providing referrals, receiving donations and mail, supporting food pantry operations, maintaining databases and calendars, coordinating volunteers, and assisting with administrative tasks. The role requires courteous communication, confidentiality, multitasking, and sensitivity when serving diverse communities.

Leads community engagement and development activities for The Salvation Army, focusing on fundraising, donor relations, grant support, special events, volunteer coordination, public relations, media outreach, and social media. Builds relationships with donors, businesses, foundations, community organizations, and advisory boards. Develops fundraising and community relations strategies, oversees volunteer recruitment and training, coordinates public events, maintains digital content, and represents the organization at community and speaking engagements.