Current Job Opportunity at TIS:
The Talbot Interfaith Shelter (TIS) in Easton, MD is seeking a competent and compassionate Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and manage volunteers for our Shelter Program. Candidates will be responsible for assigning responsibilities, recruiting new volunteers, and retaining the best people. It takes a leader with excellent communication skills to succeed in this position. Knowledge in how to distinguish talent and the ability to do everything possible to motivate and inspire is key. You must possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experience. The goal is to ensure that our organization is always staffed with the best and most reliable individuals, and that they are correctly utilized for the fulfillment of our mission, ensuring content volunteers who want to return.
Responsibilities
- Source and recruit volunteers through various techniques (databases, e-mail, social media, in-person meetings, etc.) for both the daily operations of TIS and for special events
- Collect information from volunteers on their availabilities and skills
- Greet and welcome volunteers to their shifts. Arrange for appropriate training as needed
- Produce schedules for everyday activities, ensuring that the 3 shifts each weekday are covered by volunteers
- Assign responsibilities to appropriate volunteers for special events
- Coordinate teams of volunteers for large-scale actions
- Communicate frequently with volunteers to ensure they are satisfied and well-placed
- Disseminate information for upcoming actions and events
- Keep detailed records of volunteers’ information and assignments
- Εnsure the purpose of the organization and its actions is clearly communicated
- Assist with inventory of in-kind donations
Requirements
- Proven experience in operations or similar position
- Experience in volunteering locally and/or internationally
- Experience in recruiting through various channels
- Working knowledge of databases and MS Office (especially Excel and Sign Up Genius)
- Able to communicate effectively with diverse populations
- Excellent organizational and team coordination abilities
- A pleasant, outgoing personality
- BS/BA in business administration, human resources, social studies or relevant field will be appreciated, but not required
- Confidentiality is paramount
This is a part-time position, roughly 16-20 hours per week. Schedule is flexible, as long as all work is being accomplished, and all volunteer shifts are covered.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 24 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Word, Excel: 3 years (Required)
- Volunteer management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Easton, MD 21601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Easton, MD 21601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Easton, MD 21601