Donation Coordinator

Donation Coordinator

Part Time | Day Shift - Flexible 8 hour shifts between 7am - 7pm

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking a Donation Coordinator for Faith Mission in Columbus, Ohio. Faith Mission is one of the largest homeless shelters in Columbus, Ohio, providing meals and shelter to men, women and Veterans with dignity and compassion.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as a Donation Coordinator with Lutheran Social Services?

• Works in collaboration with the Philanthropy and Volunteerism team to oversee and coordinate in-kind donations and in-kind donation center volunteers.
• Effectively communicates with program staff to identify and respond to the need for in-kind donations.
• Maintains the organization of storage areas and supply of needed items at each shelter location.
• Responds to email and phone inquiries from donors and potential donors.
• Coordinates receiving of large in-kind donations from corporate, church and community partners.
• Staffs the in-kind donation drop-off site; interfacing with donors to provide receipts and education regarding in-kind needs.
• Tracks & reports in-kind donations using spreadsheets.
• Ensures a positive experience for volunteers in the in-kind donation center and at special events.
• Assists Volunteer Managers in training, supervising, and recognizing in-kind donation center volunteers.
• Updates volunteer database and calendar as needed.
• Collaborates with the Dir. of Communications to support social media content and maintain updated information on in-kind donations page of website.
• Regularly updates Amazon and other online wish lists to reflect current needs.
• Transports needed items to multiple program locations using company or personal vehicle.
• Coordinates with partner organizations to receive, pick up or transfer donated items, as necessary.

Requirements for a Donation Coordinator with Lutheran Social Services:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED
• One year in customer service
• One year in social services preferred.
• One year working with volunteers or in-kind donations preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office.
• Flexibility in managing schedule including weekends and evening hours.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required.
• Ability to drive a passenger van or use own vehicle to transport donations, with mileage reimbursement.
• Ability to use/learn to use a pallet jack and freight elevator.

As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.

Benefits with Lutheran Social Services:
* Benefits may require full time employment

• Health insurance with 4-plan options!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings Account
• PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community.

About Lutheran Social Services:

We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing. LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.