What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator, Volunteers position at Spartan?
Description
ABOUT US
Welcome to Spartan Race! We redefine working hard, playing harder, and being part of the most exhilarating team in endurance sports. Our events, including Spartan®, Tough Mudder®, and DEKA, push individuals and teams beyond their limits. We also offer fitness, health, and nutrition services to transform lives. Join us in breaking boundaries and making the impossible possible.
About The Gig
Location: Remote
Department: Race Operations
Volunteer Coordinator
As a Volunteer Coordinator, you'll be the driving force behind building a strong and engaged volunteer network within your assigned region. You'll play a crucial role in recruiting dedicated volunteers to support Spartan at our entire portfolio of events through proactive outreach and ensuring a positive and impactful volunteer experience. Your efforts will directly contribute to the success and smooth operation of our events and initiatives. This role requires travel to 12 events annually.
Duties/Responsibilities
Recruiting Outreach:
ABOUT US
Welcome to Spartan Race! We redefine working hard, playing harder, and being part of the most exhilarating team in endurance sports. Our events, including Spartan®, Tough Mudder®, and DEKA, push individuals and teams beyond their limits. We also offer fitness, health, and nutrition services to transform lives. Join us in breaking boundaries and making the impossible possible.
About The Gig
Location: Remote
Department: Race Operations
Volunteer Coordinator
As a Volunteer Coordinator, you'll be the driving force behind building a strong and engaged volunteer network within your assigned region. You'll play a crucial role in recruiting dedicated volunteers to support Spartan at our entire portfolio of events through proactive outreach and ensuring a positive and impactful volunteer experience. Your efforts will directly contribute to the success and smooth operation of our events and initiatives. This role requires travel to 12 events annually.
Duties/Responsibilities
Recruiting Outreach:
- Proactively recruit volunteers for your assigned region utilizing phone, email, and social media outreach strategies.
- Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, and other potential volunteer sources.
- Coordinate and manage group volunteer opportunities and logistics.
- Utilize and maintain volunteer recruitment and registration platforms.
- Respond to group volunteer inquiries and provide excellent customer service in a timely and professional manner.
- Create engaging outreach content to foster volunteer participation and appreciation.
- Travel to and manage the on-site volunteer experience for 12 events annually.
- Coordinate volunteer logistics for events and activities within your assigned region.
- Monitor volunteer staffing levels and ensure adequate coverage.
- Proactively communicate with the leadership team on established KPIs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Recruiting experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently on projects with minimal supervision.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple events, tasks and deadlines effectively.
- Significant travel (12 events per year) is required with this role.
- Proficiency with remote work tools (Gsuite, Slack, etc.)
- Valid Driver’s license is required.
