Territorial Program and Operations Director

Location:  Territorial Headquarters, Atlanta, GA     

About this opportunity:

This position assists the Territorial Assistant Social Services Director in leading best practices in program development, operations & requirements, including office procedures, records & reporting, program research and evaluation, program initiation/change, program guidelines, seminars/training courses, local surveys/studies, inter-agency relationships, and building specifications; aids in resolving problem situations in a timely, fiscally responsible, and compliant manner.

Key responsibilities:

• Assists the Territorial Assistant Social Services Director in providing training and guidance for Shelter/Housing practices. Develops, reviews, and maintains program and housing resources for Divisional Social Service Directors, DHQ Officers, and field Social Service Directors. 
• Responsible for Social Service programs and operational standards and practices.
• Keeps up-to-date with government welfare, federal and state legislation, Christmas welfare services, and inter-agency relationships.

What we are looking for in you:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or technical/vocational school in Social Services, Social Work, Contract Management, or a related field, and a Master’s in social work is preferred, AND
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in social service program development and administration, contract management and administration, and/or service delivery preferably with Salvation Army programs. OR
• Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to sit and work at a computer for up to 75% of work time.  Ability to travel for extended overnight trips.  Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays with Pay
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan and more!

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees, and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period:  7/31/2024 – 8/14/2024

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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