Office Manager

The Salvation Army of Kenosha desires to serve people in Kenosha through the various programs meant to help them overcome challenges in life. We desire to help equip people in time of need, in disaster or facing challenges in life. Whatever the case may be, people know that the Salvation Army provides a beacon of hope in their darkest hour. The Kenosha Salvation Army provides a number of services to equip people in their time of need. We desire to serve the Kenosha community. Apply now!

The Office Manager supports the day-to-day operations of The Salvation Army of Kenosha. The duties of this administrative position include fiscal management, property upkeep, and coordinating administrative volunteers. This position works closely with the Corps Officers and other department leaders.

About the role:

• Serves as the point person for all accounting-related issues, facility maintenance, mailing, supplies, equipment, and errands.
• Organizes efficient office operations and procedures.
• Serves as the financial assistant to the Corps Officer and ensures the integrity of financial accounting and reporting.
• Handle all Corps income deposits, including tithes, donations, kettle income, and petty cash, coding by department.
• Maintain financial confidentiality of all donors, congregation members, and families.
• Maintain financial logs of scanned donations, invoices, and gift cards including verification that deposits and invoices are received and paid.
• Prepare and submit Gifts in Kind report to DHQ.
• Ensures that all services and purchases are correctly invoiced and submitted to DHQ for payment by centralized bookkeeping with proper coding by department.
• Works with the divisional property department to ensure the building is maintained to comply with city codes and regulations.
• Ensures all office and building equipment works and schedules necessary maintenance or repairs.
• Maintain and monitor information on all TSA Fleet vehicles, including routine maintenance, emissions reports, and DHQ-approved driver lists.
• Maintains insurance incident files and reports. Reports workplace injuries immediately and files appropriate incident reports for worker's compensation claims.
• Oversees other front desk staff and may delegate duties.
• Answers all telephone calls courteously and professionally. Transfers all calls to the appropriate person.
• Responds to walk-in requests and phone calls by providing proper and complete information regarding services offered at the corps.
• Processes all outgoing and incoming mail; routes incoming mail to proper recipients.
• Performs clerical duties such as photocopying, assembling materials, filing, stuffing envelopes, preparing thank-you letters, typing documents, and general clerical assistance.
• Assist other departments in the corps as requested by the Corps Officer or in cases of absence.

Education/Experience: A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required, as well as one to two years of experience in accounting or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications: Valid Wisconsin driver's license with approval to drive from TSA's insurance carrier. CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain)

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.

Who we are:

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.

Why work for us?

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.  

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.

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families.  Because of this, we offer :

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life

Part-time employees with a regular work schedule of 20-29 hours per week are eligible for voluntary life benefits, prorated holiday pay and prorated paid time off.

Compensation:

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.

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.

Compensation: $21.47-$26.84/hour, based on experience.