Volunteer Coordinator

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge is an ecumenical, nonprofit housing ministry that builds and renovates houses in partnership with the Greater Baton Rouge community. Through helping hands and giving hearts, we are on a mission to eliminate poverty housing. With the help of our community, we strive to open doors to new possibilities for families in need, starting with the front door to a new or renovated home.

SUMMARY:

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for the recruitment, retention and recognition of all HFHGBR volunteers. The employee is responsible for all documentation and recordkeeping within the construction department. This may include invoices, volunteer hours, and vendor contracts. The employee will work closely with all affiliate departments to support that department’s volunteer needs and the affiliate’s overall mission.

ESSENTIAL RESPONIBILITIES:

• Recruit and schedule volunteers each week to support the construction schedule
• Supervise, schedule, coordinate, instruct, and manage affiliate volunteers
• Develop and implement a successful build-site hospitality plan to encourage volunteer participation
• Develop and implement a volunteer handbook that will outline specific volunteer policies, tasks, and requirements
• Develop and implement an effective volunteer evaluation plan; distribute satisfaction results after each build; and act on volunteer suggestions to rectify problems as needed
• Prepare and submit monthly board reports
• Responsible for all aspects of third-party contractors and their contracts with Habitat. This includes but is not limited to: Meeting with and monitoring each project the contractor works on
• Responsible for keeping track of and communicating with all utility companies
• Record keeper of all volunteer information, invoices, contractors, etc.
• Keep the vendor, build and volunteer information updated
• Be at construction sites during volunteer build days to assist volunteers & staff
• Work closely with Development and other departments to ensure that relationships are developed and encourage long-term support of the Habitat vision and mission
• Responsible for the inventory maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree in related field (Communication, Non-profit management, etc.) or five years’ experience.
• Three to five years’ experience coordinating volunteers within a non-profit organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking
• Knowledge of Microsoft office software required
• Use of Habitat’s database software to record and obtain information
• Must have dependable transportation and provide a valid drivers’ license with proof of insurance
• Individual must have a clean driving record to operate company vehicles

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person