*Starting rate $25/hour*

The Volunteer Coordinator will work with area organizations to recruit, train and manage area volunteers and connect them to participants within the Advocates community. They will coordinate daily activities and volunteer project events.

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement.  We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions from our staff.

Are you ready to make a difference?

• Liaison with other agencies and organizations to identify potential volunteers in the community
• Liaison with Advocates staff to identify individuals who would benefit from the interaction with a volunteer.
• Train the volunteers and ensure that they have obtained the appropriate background checks.
• Coordinate project events to bring together potential volunteers.
• Maintain and provide reports and statistical record keeping for agency and program funding sources related to the Volunteer Initiative.
• Track and report time accounting sheets and expense reports as required by funder.
• Attend trainings, supervision and staff meetings as assigned.
• Ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with Advocates’ Human Rights Policy.
• Perform all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all principles related to the Advocates Way.

• BS/BA in related field with 1-2 years of experience. Can consider a High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience
• Must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and ability to use good judgment.
• Ability to flex time to work nights and weekends.
• Must have basic working computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Sensitivity to the needs of the population.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High energy level, superior interpersonal skills and ability to function in a team atmosphere.
• Must hold a valid drivers’ license. Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and cultivates diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and intersectional individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.