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Flexible Schedule
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Glendive, MT 59330
Special Olympics in the Glendive Area is searching for an Area Director! Do you enjoy planning? Managing events? Working closely with others? Then this position could be for you! PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Area Director leads the Area Management Team to ensure that quality Special Olympics sports training programs and athletic competition events are available to all eligible individuals in a specific geographic location. The Area Director oversees the general operations of the Area Management Team by providing management, leadership and support to all members, volunteers, partners or teammates and athletes in a designated area. This position is the primary contact for the Area and the primary liaison between the Area Management Team and the state office of Special Olympics Montana. PRIMARY DUTIES: General: Ensures the effective action of the Area Management Team (AMT) in governing and supporting the Area, and oversees all AMT affairs; Acts as the representative of the Area and Area Management Team as a whole, rather than an individual supervisor to other volunteers. Community: Speaks to the media and community on behalf of the organization; represents theArea in the community. Area Planning and Oversight: With the help of AMT members and SOMT staff, constructs the Area’s Annual Plan and provides quarterly updates on progress of assigned tasks; With Assistant AD,develops and distributes the Annual Calendar;With Finance Coordinator, reviews all Area and Team Funds requests prior to approval. Volunteer Management:Identifies volunteer needs and works with AMT and SOMT Outreach Coordinator to recruit and train new AMT volunteers. Meetings: Schedules monthly meeting times and locations; Develops meeting agendas in concert with Assistant Area Director and SOMT Outreach Coordinator; Presides at AMT meetings. Committees: Recommends to the AMT which committees are to be established annually and works with AMT members to recruit volunteers to each committee. Serves on the AMT’s Administrative Committee. Special Olympics Montana Connection: Participates in monthly Area Director calls with SOMT staff; Completes annual evaluation with SOMT Outreach Director/Coordinator; Serves a 3-5 year term. 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-specific 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. Find out what volunteer opportunities interest you. If you would like more general volunteer information please contact Nancy Undercofler, Outreach Director, by email nundercofler@somt.org or call 406- 564-0522. Check out www.somt.org for further information too.
Date Posted: Jun 21, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Glasgow, MT 59230
Primary Purpose: This Volunteer supports the work of the Area Management Team (AMT) and the progress of athletes by working closely with the Area Director to determine what the Area's needs are. This volunteer shares their strengths and passions with the Area Director to determine best suited position available or join our team as one of the following positions (if available): Appreciation Coordinator, Training Coordinator, Athlete Leadership Coordinator, Sports and Competition Coordinator, Games Data Coordinator, Communication Coordinator, Public Relations Coordinator, Health Coordinator, Raffle Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Head Coach, Special Events Coordinator, etc. Primary Duties Attend monthly AMT meetings as well as all Area Games committee meetings as needed. Further responsibilities will be determined as the position is created further. 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-specific 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 2,000 athletes. To give these individuals the opportunities they enjoy, we need your help. Every volunteer is a potential spokesperson for Special Olympics Montana. Our success is driven by the dedication of our volunteer Management Teams, Area and Local Coordinators, Coaches and thousands of event volunteers. Find out what volunteer opportunities interest you. If you would like more general volunteer information please contact Nancy Undercofler, Outreach Director, by email nundercofler@somt.org or call 406-564-0522. Check out www.somt.org for further information too.
Date Posted: Jun 23, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Great Falls, MT 59401
Special Olympics in the Great Falls Area is looking for an Athlete Leadership Program Coordinator! We are restarting the program at the state level and are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team. PRIMARY PURPOSE: ATH L E TE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM COORDINATOR (ALPS) advocates for athlete leaders by facilitating the Special Olympics’ Athlete Leadership programs to athletes in their local area. The Athlete Leadership Coordinator will act as a liaison between athlete leaders, their families, community groups, their designated AMT and the state office. They also provide leadership to volunteers assisting with various aspects of organizing Athlete Leadership such as, but not limited to: PRIMARY DUTIES: AL Training Coordinator- Organize training dates, facilities and help co-facilitate Athlete Leadership trainings. AL Scheduling Coordinator- Maintain Global Messenger contact list, recruit and schedule athletes for speaking engagements, and provide quarterly report to SOMT staff. The Athlete Representative is elected by the local AMT members based on nominations from the local teams, coaches, athletes and volunteers. The Athlete Representative supports local athletes by acting as the liaison and voice for the Area athlete population to the AMT. 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 2,000 athletes. To give these individuals the opportunities they enjoy, we need your help. Every volunteer is a potential spokesperson for Special Olympics Montana. Our success is driven by the dedication of our volunteer Management Teams, Area and Local Coordinators, Coaches and thousands of event volunteers. Find out what volunteer opportunities interest you. If you would like more general volunteer information please contact Nancy Undercofler, Outreach Director, by email nundercofler@somt.org or call 406-564-0522. Check out www.somt.org for further information too.
Date Posted: Jun 23, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Great Falls, MT 59401
Special Olympics Montana is looking for a volunteer to organize and lead the raffle fundraiser in the Charles Russell Area (Great Falls and surrounding areas). PRIMARY PURPOSE : The Raffle Coordinator plays an instrumental role in raising funds for Special Olympics athletes and area programs by coordinating fundraising efforts specific to the MTN/Chevy Raffle. The Raffle Coordinator is the primary contact for all raffle activities for the Area Management Team and will oversees all raffle fundraising efforts and committee related work. PRIMARY DUTIES : Fundraising Plan: Work with the Area Director to develop annual goals related to the MTN/Chevy Raffle. Raffle Coordinator Recruitment & Oversight: develop raffle best practices; coordinate selling dates and locations for local teams; help recognize local businesses who support team raffle ticket selling dates. Reconciliation: work with Area Director to collect funds and raffle tickets and ensure that the funds match raffle tickets sold; submit to SOMT staff who oversee raffle fundraiser. Committees: Serve on Special Events committees as needed and offer assistance to ensure success. Meetings: Provide progress reports on Team Raffle Fundraising progress vs. Annual Fundraising Plan at monthly AMT meeting. EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE: Good organization and record-keeping skills. The capacity to engage others in the planning and process of coordinating raffle sales. 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 volunteer orientation and sport-specifc training provided by Special Olympics Montana staff. Ongoing training provided annually. Volunteers are the Heartbeat of Special Olympics Montana where we serve over 2,000 athletes. To give these individuals the opportunities they enjoy, we need your help. Every volunteer is a potential spokesperson for Special Olympics Montana. Our success is driven by the dedication of our volunteer Management Teams, Area and Local Coordinators, Coaches and thousands of event volunteers. Find out what volunteer opportunities interest you. If you would like more general volunteer information please contact Nancy Undercofler, Outreach Director, by email nundercofler@somt.org or call 406-564-0522. Check out www.somt.org for further information too.
Date Posted: Jun 23, 2021
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Flexible Schedule
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Kalispell, MT 59903
Primary Purpose: oversees all work and committees dedicated to facilitating local Area competitions. Works with SOMT’s Sports Department to ensure Area events are in-line with both state and international regulations. Assist the Sports Department in organizing first-rate sports training opportunities for Special Olympics athletes and coaches in their local Area. This position is the primary liaison between SOMT’s Sports Department and the local AMT and is responsible for ensuring that all coaches and athletes have the most up-to-date information regarding competition rules and regulations. Primary Duties: General Area Competition Oversight: Together with the AMT, Area Games Committees, SOMT’s Sports Department, and GMS Coordinator organize, facilitate and conduct annual Area Games events. Committee Management & Recruitment: Work to recruit and manage volunteers and volunteer groups to facilitate Area Games events. Coaches Training Facilitation: Work with Local Program Coordinators and SOMT’s Sports Department to identity and offer at least 3 needed coaches training annually in the Area. Competition Registration: Design and distribute all Area Games competition registration materials to teams in the Area. Communication: Oversee all communication with the AMT, LPCs and coaches regarding training and competition opportunities in the Area. Meetings: Attend monthly AMT meetings as well as all Area Games committee meetings. 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-specific training provided by Special Olympics Montana staff. Ongoing training provided annually.
Date Posted: Jun 1, 2021
