Volunteer Coordinator

Maryland Nonprofits; Maryland; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridges to Housing Stability, une organisation à but non lucratif, recherche un Coordinateur Volontaire pour renforcer l'engagement communautaire à travers le recrutement et la gestion des bénévoles. Ce rôle offre l'opportunité de contribuer directement à la lutte contre l'itinérance en Howard County, Maryland.

Qualifications

• Engagement envers la vision de Bridges d'augmenter le logement abordable.
• Expérience en bénévolat et recrutement.
• Capacité à travailler de manière fiable et indépendante.

Responsibilities

• Développer et mettre en œuvre des programmes de recrutement et de formation de bénévoles.
• Superviser les bénévoles et maintenir des relations communautaires.
• Évaluer les progrès du programme et faire des rapports nécessaires.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Team Building

Education

Associate’s degree in human services/administration, business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Volunteer Coordinator (VC)

Bridges to Housing Stability, Inc. (“Bridges”) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Howard County, MD. Bridges’ mission is to provide a path to self-sufficiency to prevent and end homelessness through affordable housing solutions and advocacy in Howard County. Our vision is to champion the eradication of homelessness. To that end, Bridges provides affordable housing options and/or case management to households who are precariously housed and overburdened with rent, facing eviction and at risk of homelessness, or already homeless. For more information, please see www.bridges2hs.org.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Volunteer Coordinator’s (VC) primary responsibility is to enhance and expand volunteer involvement by working with the Office Manager and Program Assistant to build a dedicated team of passionate, committed and energetic volunteers who care about the important work Bridges does in Howard County, Maryland. The volunteers will provide direct service to our clients, offer expertise in financial training, career advice, unit turnover and home repair, support our fundraisers, serve on committees and the board and much more. The VC will support all aspects of the volunteer program from recruiting new volunteers and promoting volunteer opportunities to arranging all the details of volunteer projects and keeping all parties informed. This position requires a strong leader with organizational skills, and the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General

· Maintain Bridges’ standards of confidentiality and professionalism

· Represent Bridges’ mission and standards effectively with the public

· Convey Bridges’ mission and vision to the public

· Adhere to all processes and procedures

· Develop and implements programs for recruitment, interviewing, training, retention, and orientation of volunteers

· Supervise volunteers

· Other duties as assigned

Volunteer Coordination

· Help update and maintain program materials such as a policy and procedure manual, volunteer position descriptions, promotional fliers or brochures, and screening, training, and evaluation tools

· Recruit volunteers. Outreach methods may include: presentations to faith, business, and/or community groups; staffing information booths at community events; posting to VolunteerMatch.org, and utilizing the media

· Screen volunteers as necessary; procedures might include interviews, reference checks, and criminal background check

· Develop and facilitate orientation and training for volunteers along with staff

· Supervise volunteers when needed; develop and implement recognition activities for volunteers such as special events, awards, gifts, etc.

· Maintain accurate records of volunteer participation

· Evaluate progress made in achieving the program’s goals; report on progress in statistical and narrative reports as needed for grants, audits and IRS 990

· Develop community partnerships to support the volunteer program

QUALIFICATIONS:

· A commitment to Bridges’ vision to increase affordable housing in the County to prevent and end homelessness

· Associate’s degree either in a human services/administration, business or related field; (Note that 2+ years of relevant experience may be considered in substitution for education)

· Experience in volunteering and recruitment

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong strategic thinking, planning and organizational skills

· Excellent team building skills

· Reliable, flexible and able to work independently

· Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, initiative, and independence

· Must be proficient with Microsoft Office

· Experience conducting training sessions preferred

· Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply

Intentionality in organizational practices is a core value of Bridges to Housing Stability, Inc. resulting in culturally competent services, materials, resources, and programs. Our hiring and business practices appreciate the strengths offered through different backgrounds. Bridges is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

HOURS: This is a part-time (15-20 hours a week), hourly position. This position is in person in our office in Columbia, Maryland.

SUPERVISOR: HR-Office Manager

The HR-Office Manager will conduct a 90-day review of the VC’s performance, as well as annual reviews thereafter. All annual reviews are conducted at the end of Bridges’ fiscal year, which runs from July 1- June 30.

SALARY: $20 - $21 per hour. Commensurate with experience.