Volunteer Coordinator Assistant

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Volunteer Coordinator Assistant

Due to our the increased demand and popularity as a result of the support we are receiving from the community to build affordable Tiny Houses, the gap we are looking to fill with an Ally is in the area of Volunteer Coordination.

General Description:

This position is responsible for administering the volunteer program for Build us H.O.P.E. The Volunteer Coordinator’s Asst primary responsibilities is to help in the recruitment, scheduling, and coordination of groups and individual volunteers for construction worksites, office administration, and other volunteer opportunities.

This individual will work under the direction of Director of Volunteer Service, helping to develop new ways to engage both construction and non-construction volunteers from the communities which we serve. They will also maintain the affiliate’s volunteer tracking system, Donorperfect, online calendar and site work.

Core Responsibilities:

Volunteer Coordinator (65%)

• Help respond personally to all individual volunteer inquiries in a timely fashion
• Help schedule groups and individuals interested in volunteering in construction and non-construction roles using internal and external scheduling calendars
• Assist Director of Volunteer Services with recruitment of volunteers through volunteer fairs, faith relations, military, schools and universities, service organizations, and businesses
• Aid Volunteer Department in volunteer on-boarding process, evaluation of volunteer programs, and regular appreciation events
• Document and track volunteer service hours

Other (5%)

• Work closely with Build us H.O.P.E , sponsors, and other organizations on special projects and builds
• Assist with Build us H.O.P.E 's website, social media, communications and public relations

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Enthusiasm, teamwork focused, and strong customer service orientation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Competency on office computer applications (word processing, publications and presentations, spreadsheet and database management). Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Publisher preferred, but not required.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision * Possess tact, diplomacy and flexibility
• Supervisory skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to multi-task