Volunteer Coordinator

Job description

The Volunteer Coordinator at the Modesto Gospel Mission is responsible for recruiting, training, and managing volunteers to support the mission's programs and services. This role also includes planning and coordinating special events, as well as assisting with donor development efforts to ensure the financial sustainability of the organization.

Responsibilities

1. Volunteer Coordination

• Recruit, screen, and onboard new volunteers.
• Develop and implement training programs for volunteers.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records, including hours worked and roles performed.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules to ensure coverage for various programs and services.
• Recognize and appreciate volunteer contributions through regular communication and special recognition events.
• Address any volunteer-related issues or conflicts, ensuring a positive and productive volunteer experience.

2. Special Events Management

• Plan, organize, and execute special events, including fundraisers, community outreach activities, and other mission-related events.
• Work closely with staff, volunteers, and external partners to ensure successful event outcomes.
• Develop event budgets, timelines, and promotional strategies.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, catering, entertainment, and volunteer assignments.
• Manage post-event evaluations and provide recommendations for future improvements.

3. Major Donor Development

• Assist in identifying, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with major donors.
• Collaborate with the Development team to create personalized engagement strategies for major donors.
• Help organize and attend donor appreciation events, tours, and meetings.
• Track donor interactions and update donor profiles in the organization's database .

4. Administrative Duties

• Prepare and present regular reports on volunteer activities, special events, and donor development efforts.
• Work with the Development and Program Teams to ensure alignment of volunteer efforts with the mission's strategic goals.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Development Director.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of effective private fundraising techniques and practices.
• Ability to provide effective and responsive service to donors, volunteers, and community contacts.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Manage time and multi-task efficiently.
• Organize and prioritize tasks.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Remain calm under pressure.
• Pay attention to detail.
• Operate with high professional standards.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Use a computer and cash register. Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Drive a vehicle with a valid Class C California driver’s license, including proof of vehicle insurance.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Minimum of two to four years of relevant fund development, volunteer management, and/or related business experience.

Training: High school diploma or equivalent.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

Office environment; works with computers and telephone extensively. Maintain a flexible schedule that may involve night and weekend work.

Physical Conditions and Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to:

• Sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Talk and hear.
• Stand and walk.
• Lift and/or move up to 30 pounds including items that are bulky or oddly shaped.
• Drive a vehicle for periods of time.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must also have the ability to:

• Pay attention and focus.
• Follow instructions
• Listen to and comprehend communication from the Executive Director, Director of Development, donors, volunteers, clients, vendors, and members of the community.
• Accept constructive feedback and be willing to make necessary adjustments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Modesto, CA 95354 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21