Volunteer and Events Specialist

NeighborImpact; Bend, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

NeighborImpact in Bend, Oregon, seeks a Volunteer & Events Specialist to lead and grow our volunteer program agency-wide. You will recruit, train, supervise, and recognize volunteers for programs from weekly supporters to large events with 1,500+ volunteers.

This role offers 40 hours per week, a compensation of $25.86/hour plus $0.50/hour for Spanish bilingual ability, and comprehensive benefits including premiums paid for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year in volunteer recruitment/coordination or event planning.
• Experience in public speaking and representing org at external events.
• Must have valid driver's license, insurance, reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel across Central Oregon as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for volunteers agency-wide.
• Support volunteer program across Head Start, food programs, housing, and fund-raising events.
• Recruit, orient, supervise, recognize volunteers and report on activity.

Skills

Volunteer recruitment

Community outreach

Public speaking

Event planning

Sponsor support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Description

Are you looking to work somewhere where you can connect people to purpose? Big into giving back to your community? NeighborImpact wants YOU as our Volunteer & Events Specialist, the heart of our volunteer program agency-wide! You'll recruit, train, and celebrate volunteers ranging from weekly regulars to 1,500+ people at our biggest events.

Location: Bend

Compensation: $25.86/hour (Plus $0.50/hour for Spanish Bilingual ability)

Hours: 40 hours/week,

Benefits: 100% premium paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Agency paid Retirement plan (up to 6%), almost 2 weeks of vacation time accrued in your first year, plus 14 paid Holidays annually, and a separate sick leave accrual

Deadline: Position remains open until filled

NeighborImpact Overview

At NeighborImpact, we change lives by helping Central Oregon families access skills and services for success. Our values are respect, compassion, collaboration, accountability, integrity, excellence, responsiveness, and oriented towards positive change.

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Volunteer & Events Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for volunteers agency-wide and supports NeighborImpact's volunteer program across Head Start, food programs, housing stabilization, supportive services, and Development-led fundraising events. Volunteer activity ranges from ongoing weekly commitments to seasonal events involving 1,500+ volunteers, and responsibilities include recruitment, orientation, supervision, recognition, database administration, and reporting.

Requirements

Required

• High School diploma/GED required
• One year of experience with volunteer recruitment and coordination, nonprofit program work, or event planning including event logistics, vendor coordination, and sponsor support
• On year of experience with public speaking, community outreach, and representing an organization at external events
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 required
• Ability to travel throughout Central Oregon using personal vehicle for NeighborImpact business (mileage reimbursement for work travel available)
• Ability to work varied hours, including some evenings and weekends required
• Required prior to date of hire and throughout employment:

1. Valid driver's license
2. Proof of current auto insurance
3. Access to reliable transportation
4. Satisfactory Motor Vehicle record check
5. Satisfactory criminal background check
6. Enrollment in the CBR (Central Background Registry)

Preferred

• Associate's degree preferred
• Prior volunteer management experience preferred
• Experience with VolunteerHub or comparable volunteer management platform preferred
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practices preferred
• Experience in volunteer recruitment, screening, orientation, and supervision
• Experience with volunteer program metrics, engagement analytics, or impact reporting preferred