Temporary Harm Reduction Ops & Volunteer Coordinator

New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Temporary Harm Reduction Associate for a 6‑month, full‑time, in‑person role. The position reports to the Associate Operations Director and offers a $27 per hour wage with occasional travel within New Jersey.

The role encompasses inventory, data management, administrative support, and flexible coverage across the organization, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm and one monthly evening shift for community meetings.

Qualifications

• Flexibility & Adaptability for shifting priorities.
• Reliability & Follow-Through.
• Organization & Attention to Detail.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Patience With Change.
• Independence & Initiative.
• Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence.
• Technology proficiency with Google Workspace and Excel; willingness to learn.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Commitment to Harm Reduction and health equity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory database and track supplies.
• Support change management by modeling new processes.
• Welcome and coordinate volunteers on-site.
• Keep files and schedules; provide admin support.
• Provide flexible coverage across teams during busy periods.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Organization

Communication

Patience with Change

Independence

Self-Awareness

Technology

Physical Ability

Commitment to Harm Reduction

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

New Jersey Harm Reduction Coalition in New Brunswick, NJ is seeking a Temporary Harm Reduction Associate for a 6‑month, full‑time, in‑person role. The position reports to the Associate Operations Director and offers a $27 per hour wage with occasional travel within New Jersey.

The role encompasses inventory, data management, administrative support, and flexible coverage across the organization, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm and one monthly evening shift for community meetings.