Volunteer Center Coordinator

Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is seeking a Volunteer Center Coordinator to mobilize volunteers, coordinate orientations, recognize contributions, and build partnerships to expand our volunteer network.

You will train volunteers, supervise groups, and maintain records while promoting enthusiasm for the mission and opportunities to help beyond the core program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Clear background investigation and drug screen.
• Pass physical examination.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Regional Food Bank professionally and courteously to volunteers.
• Foster relationships with volunteers to help the mission.

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Headquarters, Oklahoma City, OK 73179
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $19.50 per hour
• Shift: Day

Who We Are

At the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, our mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self‑sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone – of every race, gender, sexuality, age, and income – deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to remaining on the front lines, along with our community‑based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description

As a Volunteer Center Coordinator, you will be at the heart of our mission to create positive change through volunteerism. You will train and mobilize volunteers, coordinate volunteer orientations, recognize their contributions, and build relationships with community partners to expand our volunteer network.

A Day in the Life

• Representing the Regional Food Bank:
  • Represent the Regional Food Bank professionally and courteously to volunteers.
  • Foster relationships with volunteers to help the mission.
• Creating a Safe Environment:
  • Ensure cleanliness in volunteer work areas (break rooms and repack rooms).
  • Prepare and stock necessary supplies for volunteer activities.
• Coordinating Volunteer Activities:
  • Set up daily volunteer activities with all required materials ready.
  • Train and supervise volunteer groups during their work.
• Maintaining Records and Feedback:
  • Keep accurate records and activity reports on product worked and volunteer participation.
  • Provide feedback from volunteer activities to Volunteer Center leadership.
• Demonstrating Enthusiasm and Communication:
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the mission.
  • Inform volunteers about other opportunities to help, such as volunteering at program sites, advocating for policies, donating food and funds.
• Facilitating Volunteer Experience:
  • Greet volunteer groups.
  • Clean and prepare workstations and break rooms for the next volunteer group.
• Promoting Innovation and Partnership:
  • Maintain positive working relationships with all departments.
  • Assist in designing specific tasks for volunteers to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Participate in process improvement teams and recommend innovative solutions.
• Food Safety and Compliance:
  • Adhere to food safety standards, including AIB best practices.
• Synergy and Flexibility:
  • Must be able to work in a team‑based environment.
• Learning and Proficiency:
  • Willingness to learn and assist volunteers with GivePulse.
  • Mastery of Volunteer Center talking points.
  • Proficiency in software and technology used by the Volunteer Center.
• Training and Public Speaking:
  • Proficiency in setting up and training for all volunteer projects.
  • Willingness to take part in public speaking training related to discussing the mission with volunteers.
  • Train in one of three core competencies: Inventory, Food Safety, Protein Packaging Center or Internal Special Events.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Clear background investigation and drug screen.
  • Pass physical examination.
  • Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Volunteering or working with volunteers.

Environmental Requirements

Exposure to extreme weather, chemicals, dust, noise, and other hazards in indoor or outdoor settings may occur. Travel for assignments, meetings, and training may be required. Availability for rotating on‑call schedule, occasional unscheduled callouts, and extended workdays or workweeks is needed.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations will be provided. Tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, frequent light lifting, and reaching, kneeling, crawling, and standing. PPE must be used as required.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and basic life insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• 401(K) retirement plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Holiday savings program.
• Paid time off based on years of service and 11 paid holidays plus three floating holidays.
• Wellness events.

Benefits may vary by position and are subject to change at the discretion of the Regional Food Bank.

EEO Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is an Equal Employment Opportunity/affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.