Corporate Engagement Volunteer Manager SC​/DHQ - Development & Communication

Job Category
:
Community Relations & Development

Requisition Number
: CORPO
025838

• Posted :
  October 7, 2026
• Full-Time

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Southern California DHQ
Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters
Carson, CA 90746, USA

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.

Position Summary

The Corporate Engagement Volunteer Manager leads efforts to deepen donor engagement and strengthen corporate partnerships and volunteer programs through strategic communication and stewardship. This role develops and oversees a robust volunteer program across Southern California, aligning initiatives with The Salvation Army’s mission. Collaborating with senior leadership, the Manager drives key efforts to support fundraising, enhance corporate participation, and expand community impact.

Salary Rate

$75k - $85k

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement a volunteer program that aligns with divisional goals.
• Assess and support volunteer needs across Corps and programs by creating detailed job descriptions for short-term and ongoing projects.
• Establish a centralized process for volunteer recruitment, registration, background checks, placement, and evaluation.
• Corporate Engagement, Echelon & Partnerships:
  • Collaborate with corporate partners to create meaningful volunteer opportunities that align with their corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals.
  • Provide corporate partners with customized volunteer project support, including proposals, planning, and impact reporting.
  • Work alongside the Marketing and Communication team to promote volunteer opportunities and events, ensuring visibility through outreach materials and digital platforms.
  • Discuss any challenges related to volunteers with the LA Metro Coordinator and provide solutions to ensure a smooth experience.
  • Establish, develop, and facilitate an LA Metro Echelon Chapter, engaging young professionals in volunteerism and philanthropy.
  • Collaborate and partner with Orange County and San Diego regional office volunteer coordinators to ensure a cohesive volunteer strategy across regions.
• Provide ongoing training and orientation programs to ensure volunteers are prepared for their roles.
• Serve as a resource to Corps and Programs, offering best practices for volunteer engagement and recruitment.
• Develop a recognition program to celebrate milestones and enhance volunteer retention.
• Implement feedback systems to regularly evaluate the volunteer experience and make improvements.
• Data Management & Reporting:
  • Maintain an organized volunteer database to track engagement metrics, including contact information, volunteer hours, and project involvement.
  • Generate quarterly reports to provide insights on volunteer engagement, impact, and key performance indicators.
• Event Coordination:
  • Support major Salvation Army events, including Thanksgiving and Christmas programs such as Toy and Joy, food drives, and community dinners.
  • Work with Corps and Programs to organize volunteers for high-impact events throughout the year as well as raise funds to support these efforts.
  • Identify 1 to 2 Corps to take the lead in management.
• Participate in and/or lead position-related meetings, providing input on strategic initiatives.
• Attend and participate in staff and committee meetings as requested.
• Represent The Salvation Army at appropriate public meetings with organizations, corporate representatives, and other community members as requested.
• Give presentations and facility tours to corporate executives, service clubs, and other key stakeholders…