Hybrid STEM Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator

Playing At Learning; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Playing At Learning is seeking a relationship-driven Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator to oversee the volunteer program for Northern California FIRST Tech Challenge, including Youth Advisory Council and event support.

This part-time role (~15 hours/week) is hybrid, with in-person duties in San Jose as needed. You will recruit, coordinate, and recognize volunteers, ensure AB506 compliance, and collaborate with youth and coaches to grow our STEM programs.

Qualifications

• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of volunteer management and why people volunteer.
• Willingness to work with youth and adult volunteers, parents, coaches and teams.
• Interest in STEM education for children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee volunteer outreach and engagement.
• Ensure that AB506 requirements for regular volunteers are met with compliant processes.
• Maintain volunteer database and ensure FIRST volunteer requirements are met.
• Serve as contact for volunteers for the FIRST Tech Challenge program.
• Communicate with volunteers via email or phone.
• Plan and execute volunteer events and recognition.
• Assist with packing volunteer materials for tournaments.
• Attend events and tournaments as needed.
• Conduct postseason volunteer surveys and provide engagement improvements.
• Manage Youth Advisory Council to highlight outreach and programs.

Skills

Volunteer management

Communication

Event planning

Youth engagement

Time management

STEM education interest

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public outreach

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Preferred: college degree

Tools

Email & Google tools (incl. Sheets)

Job description

Playing At Learning is seeking a relationship-driven Volunteer & Community Engagement Coordinator to oversee the volunteer program for Northern California FIRST Tech Challenge, including Youth Advisory Council and event support.

This part-time role (~15 hours/week) is hybrid, with in-person duties in San Jose as needed. You will recruit, coordinate, and recognize volunteers, ensure AB506 compliance, and collaborate with youth and coaches to grow our STEM programs.