Location: Portland,OR, USA
Description
Position: Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
Department: Resource Team
Reports to: Volunteer Engagement Manager
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt
Level: C
Compensation: $20.84 - $25.40 per hour; See Starting Salary Expectations section below.
About Us:
At Habitat for Humanity Portland Region, we believe that everyone deserves a stable and affordable place to call home. Founded in 1981, we have built and repaired homes in partnership with over 3,000 people across the Portland region. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, a global home-building movement and top private home builder in the country.
We are intentional about building a healthy and thriving organizational culture and envision a community of staff, partners, volunteers, and donors who are deeply committed to equitable and anti-racist practices in every facet of our organization. We engage in continual learning and seek ways to operationalize equitable practices. Our Equity Statement and Cultural Compact are living, breathing documents that we continually work toward.
Habitat for Humanity Portland Region operates out of two offices (Hillsboro and NE Portland), three brick and mortar stores (Beaverton, Gresham and Portland), one warehouse (NE Portland), and construction sites in east and west Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, King City, Gresham, and Lake Oswego. Please visit our website and social media pages to learn more.
Note to Candidates:
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We recognize that requirements for educational and experience minimums create unnecessary barriers for under-served populations in pursuing employment opportunities in which they may be successful. In considering this alongside our Equity practices, we removed educational and experience minimum requirements to focus on candidates' abilities to excel based on the position's responsibilities. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
Position Overview:
The Volunteer Engagement Coordinator works under the Volunteer Engagement Manager to recruit, coordinate, and schedule volunteer groups across multiple locations. This position will work closely with the Development Team to continue cultivating relationships with current and new corporate sponsors when they volunteer as a group on construction sites and/or at the ReStores. In addition to coordinating volunteer groups, this position will ensure a streamlined group volunteer experience at all locations with ongoing communication with team leaders before, during, and after their scheduled day.
The successful Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will be highly organized, strong with communication, flexible with working on weekends as needed, thrives on relationship building, and technologically savvy with computer program software.
Responsibilities:
* Act as the primary point for any group inquiry, including working closely with team leaders and communicating before, during, and after groups days to cultivate relationships
* Recruit new community groups for the ReStores and construction sites as needed through networking with businesses, faith communities, schools, universities, etc.
* Partner with the development team to coordinate sponsored volunteer groups on the build sites, at the ReStores, and at the warehouses. Organize lunches as needed to coincide with sponsored groups.
* Communicate closely with build site and ReStore staff about upcoming volunteer group details
* Visit build sites and ReStores to welcome sponsored volunteer groups, support any large volunteer groups (above 10 individuals), and ensure a consistent group experience across all locations
* Audit volunteer groups in the volunteer management software, Get Connected, to verify hours have been recorded
* Maintain metrics to support the progression of community groups and sponsored groups engaged at all locations
* Supervise the internship program, including creating meaningful tasks for professional development and coordinating volunteer days at the ReStores and on build sites
* Research opportunities for future growth within group volunteering capacity at Habitat, such as including AmeriCorps NCCC and Collegiate Challenge teams, in alignment with overall strategic goals
* Support the Volunteer Program Manager as needed in areas such as volunteer appreciation, event management, and recruitment
* Represent the organization at tabling and outreach events, especially during the summer season
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
* One year minimum experience working directly with volunteers in the nonprofit industry
* Demonstrated experience with coordinating activities across multiple locations
* Experience working with volunteer management software
* Excellent interpersonal skills with experience cultivating professional partnerships
* Ability to work independently and stay highly organized
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
* Experience with computer program software such as Get Connected, Sterling Volunteers, SmartSheets, and Microsoft365
* Any qualifying combination of education, certification, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
OFFICE/HYBRID
* Human-paced, open, team-oriented, business casual office
* This position may be eligible for hybrid work based on responsibilities, performance, and access to essential work-related resources.
* This job may operate at times in an open, warehouse retail environment and on construction sites
* The employee will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines
* This can be a sedentary role with computer and administrative work.
* This position includes local travel to Habitat sites and locations.
Schedule
OFFICE
* 40 hours a week, M-F 8:30am-4:30pm and weeknight/weekend work as necessary
Starting Wage Expectations:
Minimum $20.84 to wage range midpoint of $25.40. Placement will generally not exceed the midpoint based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full wage range is $20.84 to $30.22.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Health insurance (medical, vision, alternative care, prescription)
* Health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
* Dental insurance
* Generous paid time off
* 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan
* Flexible spending accounts
* Short-term & long-term disability insurance
* Life insurance
* Employee assistance program
* And more!
How to Apply:
Submit the following materials at:
* Cover letter addressing how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you for this position.
* Resume
* Three professional references
Employment is contingent on passing a background check.
Habitat for Humanity Portland Region hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Note: This job description is intended as a guideline only and does not limit in any way the duties or responsibilities of any employee. Nothing herein shall be construed as a contract of employment, expressed or implied. All employment is terminable at will, with or without cause.
Salary20.84 - 25.40 Hour
Listing Type
Jobs
Categories
Nonprofit
Position Type
Full Time
Employer Type
Direct Employer
Salary Min
20.84
Salary Max
25.40
Salary Type
/hr.