Spread the joy of Special Olympics in Yellowstone Valley Area. Join us as a Volunteer Coordinator!

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Special Olympics Montana in the Billings and surrounding areas is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to invite others in their community to participate in the joy-inspiring experience of volunteering with Special Olympics.

The Volunteer Coordinator supports the work of the Area Management Team (AMT) and the progress of athletes by recruiting and managing volunteers for competition opportunities and special events at the local area level. The Volunteer Coordinator promotes volunteerism with SOMT and the local area through effective communication to/from volunteers and dedication to the mission of Special Olympics Montana.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Assessment & Training: Identify volunteer needs, create targeted recruitment messages, then connect volunteers with appropriate opportunities and resources.

• Staff Liaison: Guide potential Class A volunteers through the SOMT application process

• Management & Oversight: Assign and schedule volunteers for various positions for ongoing and seasonal events. Manage and maintain volunteer contact lists.

• Meetings: Attend ongoing and seasonal meetings as needed.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE: Prior experience with a nonprofit organization or sports organization
preferred. Ability to supervise and effectively delegate to other volunteers. The ability to communicate
openly and in a timely manner. Must complete Class A volunteer application and screening process through
Special Olympics Montana.

TRAINING PROVIDED: New coordinator orientation and position-specifc training provided by Special Olympics Montana staff. Ongoing training provided annually.

COMPENSATION: Smiles, hugs, and lifelong friendship! This is a volunteer, non-paid position. Allowable expense reimbursements are available.

BENEFITS: Be part of something great and help individuals with intellectual disabilities train for life through sports. Make friends, open hearts, change lives and be part of the Special Olympics movement.

Volunteers are the Heartbeat of Special Olympics Montana where we serve over 3,000 athletes annually. For quality sports programs to continue, we need your help. If you would like more general volunteer information please contact Sherry Rudolph, Outreach Director, by email srudolph@somt.org or 406-868-9368. Check out www.somt.org for further information too.