Athens Volunteer Coordinator

ESP•Watkinsville, GA

About The Position

ESP is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator for the Athens Programs Team. The Athens Volunteer Coordinator’s main role is to recruit, train, manage, and develop volunteers across all ESP Athens programs and events each year. The Athens Volunteer Coordinator has a vital role in coordinating 1,000 volunteers for ESP programs and events. ESP is seeking an individual who is passionate about changing communities for the better and being the driving force behind volunteer involvement. It is important for this role to be filled by someone who has the ability to multitask and has a team-mindset. About ESP: Founded in 1986 in Watkinsville, Georgia, esp exists to create transformative experiences for people with disabilities and their families and change communities for the better. esp now operates four locations across the state of Georgia to provide year-round programming, summer camp, and family support to nearly 1,000 families. To learn more, visit espyouandme.org Our Values Infused with Joyful Hospitality Innovating Possibilities Activating the Abilities of All Fascinated with Fun Compassion, Freely Given Connecting the Unconnected Persevering, Together

Requirements

Strong collaborator actively seeking input across the organization
Ability to engage with community members, build meaningful relationships, and advance the ESP mission with them
Both strategic and performance-oriented; meeting daily needs and project deadlines
Strong time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple volunteer needs across all ESP teams
Ability to lead the implementation of a successful volunteer training program
A keen sense of developing charismatic, concise, and influential presentations to impact the community everywhere you go
Experience successfully managing multiple projects and competing needs, always prioritizing what is in the best interest of ESP's mission
Exhibits attention to detail in executing a variety of volunteer opportunities
Helping tell the ESP story, your “why”, and encouraging others to join the ESP mission as well
Strong written and verbal communicator, with the ability to lead meetings, speak to community audiences, share ESP's mission, and communicate with diverse audiences
Ability to think strategically about how we can innovate new and ongoing volunteer opportunities
Proficient in Google Suite and comfortable with technology and multiple management platforms

Nice To Haves

Preferred history of working with volunteers in any capacity
Experience serving individuals with developmental disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies for year round coverage
Train, schedule and manage volunteers for all Athens programs
Manage all operations of volunteer systems and communication platforms
Leadership, Management, and Accountability of Volunteer Assistants and Interns
Provide assistance in the safe execution of Athens Programs
Responsible for leading ESP's year-round volunteers including youth, college students, adults, and families in the community
Identify, plan and execute all ESP volunteer opportunities
Cultivate and manage relationships with volunteers in our community
Create an annual volunteer calendar, ensuring a diverse portfolio of volunteers can be engaged in the mission of ESP year-round
Oversee the implementation of volunteer service opportunities and events
Plan and implement youth development and education programs for elementary, middle and high school students in our community
Identify target audiences to invite into the mission of ESP for volunteer involvement
Manage and coach volunteers during programs to ensure participants are properly cared for
Provide support to the Athens Development Team by fostering volunteer opportunities for special events, corporate partners, committees, and engaged adult donors
Lead fundraising efforts amongst volunteers and staff involved in year-round afternoon programs
Provide coaching to ESP Volunteer Assistants and Interns
Be a strong advocate for keeping the esp Athens Building and Assets in great condition, looking for ways to continually improve

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including health insurance, flexible schedule and annual PTO
A fun, energetic and passionate employee culture
The opportunity to be a part of an undeniable mission changing lives daily

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