Volunteer Coordinator

Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St Joseph • Kansas City, MO

53d • $45,000 - $52,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides coordination of volunteer services for Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph as a means of engaging the community, fulfilling client and agency needs, and supporting the agency’s efforts to generate financial, in-kind, and human resources for the benefit of Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph. This position is primarily 100% in-office but does require flexibility with scheduling to attend some evening and weekend community events, group service project events, and/or parish events. The position is not eligible for remote work.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Must be able to work independently, manage multiple tasks in high-energy, productive department.
• Ability to flex schedule in order to work evenings and/or some weekends for fundraising events, community, school, parish, corporate outreach, etc.
• Above average organizational, written, and verbal communication skills are required.
• Lift up to 10 pounds. Reaching laterally and/or above shoulders.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, and movement throughout office environment and Food Market/Warehouse.
• Extensive use of keyboard.
• Extensive face-to-face communication with others.
• Driving a vehicle to community events, parishes, etc.
• Sitting up to 2 or more hours at a time, with time spent in front of a computer or screen.
• Ability to see with average vision for computer work and driving requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or 3 years related non-profit or volunteer management experience preferred.
• Degree in human services, liberal arts, theology, pastoral ministry, and others may also be considered.
• The ideal candidate will possess experience/knowledge of utilizing volunteer management software, internet resources, and social media to attract, recruit and manage volunteers. Prior experience working with Volgistics, a volunteer management database, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with program and agency directors to identify needs/tasks for volunteers.
• Develop volunteer job descriptions.
• Recruit volunteers from partner parishes in support of programs and department needs.
• Recruit and oversee Lead Volunteers who coordinate activities with other volunteers.
• Conduct outreach to organizations/corporations to engage and recruit volunteers.
• Deepen parish connections via presentations on Catholic Charities and its work to parish organizations.
• Identify and support Parish Catholic Charities Advocates to serve as lead volunteers.
• Conduct background checks and orient volunteers to Catholic Charities agency policies/procedures.
• Provide hands-on training and support for volunteers as they perform their tasks.
• Partner with the Development team to determine volunteer staffing needs for special events, recruit a sufficient number to support these events, and direct volunteers during the events.
• Track Volunteer Services program outcomes and measures via volunteer management software. Ensure accuracy of data and generate reports as needed/requested.
• Manage issues/concerns with volunteers and staff.
• Assist program directors/managers in determining volunteer needs for their program.
• Work well with volunteer staff, ensuring inclusion, diversity and respect for individual talents and abilities.
• Implement Volunteer Appreciation events and activities annually.
• Attract and recruit volunteers via internet resources and effective use of social media and community involvement.
• Participate in Agency and Community Networking.
• Execute annual Christmas adopt a family program (Christmas Shining Star).
• The Volunteer Coordinator may be requested to occasionally represent the Agency at community and/or parish events. May be asked to do community/parish presentations for awareness of Catholic Charities’ programs and to raise funds, recruit volunteers, and encourage food/hygiene product food drives, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Human Resources & Volunteers, Chief Administrative Officer, and/or the CEO.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for a comprehensive employee benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match of employer contributions up to 5% of their annual pay, paid time off including vacation/sick leave accrual, 10 holidays each year, and much more!
• Our office hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm and our offices are closed on Friday - giving you a three-day weekend in most situations!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees