Donation Assistant/ Driver

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

Summary/Primary Purpose: Under the supervision of the Service Center Coordinator, employee will perform duties related to our Food Pantry and/or Doing the Most Good Market. Includes driving agency vehicle to pick up donations from area partners, making food deliveries, and assist with other programs as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pick up donations from designated businesses, load in agency van, and unload at Service Center.
• Weigh items and accurately record totals by category for each partner business.
• Sort, stock, rotate, and restock items in designated locations ensuring oldest items are distributed first.
• Routinely inspect perishable items and dispose of items as needed.
• Complete daily paperwork and place in file prior to end of shift.
• Assist with Food Bank deliveries including ordering, receiving, and storing items.
• Coordinate and make deliveries to other pantries, as requested.
• Manage maintenance of the agency van including filling with gas, cleaning the interior, keeping the windows free of snow or other debris, and coordinating routine maintenance.
• Keep all distribution areas cleaned, disinfected, and organized. Empty trash as needed.
• Assist with Food Pantry and Doing The Most Good Market orders including prepping, packaging, and delivering as needed.
• Assist and train Food Pantry volunteers.
• Assist with Christmas programs as requested.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.