Volunteer & Community Engagement Lead

JLive; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Senior Life (JSL) seeks a Volunteer & Community Engagement Manager to oversee volunteer programs across two campuses in West Bloomfield and Oak Park. You will recruit, screen, engage, and retain volunteers while coordinating community events and fundraising activities.

You will partner with Development, Life Enrichment, campus leadership, and partners to strengthen resident experiences and community involvement, supporting JSL’s mission.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in volunteer management, community engagement, or social work with a strong track record of leading successful programs.
• Excellent written communication skills for outreach materials, reports, and correspondence.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse communities and foster inclusive environments.
• Proficiency in Raiser's Edge or similar database management tools; MS Office skills required.

Responsibilities

• Leads volunteer programs across campuses: recruitment, interviews, background checks, placement, engagement, recognition, and retention.
• Collaborates with Life Enrichment and other departments to identify volunteer needs and develop programs.
• Maintains volunteer records, communications, and outreach strategies to attract and sustain engagement.
• Manages two onsite boutiques: purchasing, merchandising, inventory, and promotions to support fundraising.
• Coordinates volunteer and community committees and events, including community fundraising activities.

Skills

Volunteer management

Community engagement

Public speaking

Written communication

Bilingual abilities

Project management

Social media management

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jewish Senior Life (JSL) seeks a Volunteer & Community Engagement Manager to oversee volunteer programs across two campuses in West Bloomfield and Oak Park. You will recruit, screen, engage, and retain volunteers while coordinating community events and fundraising activities.

You will partner with Development, Life Enrichment, campus leadership, and partners to strengthen resident experiences and community involvement, supporting JSL’s mission.