ReStore Volunteer Coordinator at GREEN MOUNTAIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Description

Do you have a passion and drive to apply your talents to make a difference? Are you looking for an employer that understands the importance of having a work-life balance? Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity (GMHFH) is growing, and we seek a motivated and hardworking individual to serve as our new ReStore Volunteer Coordinator. Come join our team as we help local families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership.

Department: Administrative Staff

FLSA Status: Full Time Hourly, non-exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8-hour shifts, weekends and evenings are required as needed for groups and events

Reports To: Volunteer Manager

Overview:

The ReStore Volunteer Coordinator’s role is to heighten awareness and volunteer participation in the mission of GMHFH. This position oversees our ReStore volunteers at each of our three ReStores (Williston, Milton, and Swanton), with duties including supervision and acknowledgment of volunteers, scheduling, communication, and assisting with various other organizational activities.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule, greet and assign tasks to community groups volunteering at the ReStores.
• Schedule at least one full day at each ReStore per week, to be coordinated with ReStore Managers.
• Supervises and coordinates tasks for volunteers at all three ReStores.
• Planning, development, and execution of outreach to recruit individuals and groups for the ReStore.
• Lead and guide current volunteers and groups in the ReStores in coordination with ReStore Managers.
• Expand engagement opportunities beyond normal volunteer retention conversations with ReStore Volunteers, i.e. greeting new volunteers, surveys, events and special programs.
• Expand recognition opportunities in the ReStores through appreciation events, volunteers of the month and through giveaways and Habitat branded items.
• Build relationships with current community partners, local organizations and volunteers to expand the overall volunteer base.
• Schedule and organize regular volunteer meetings for the Green Mountain ReStores.
• Assist with managing volunteer database, verify hours, and the clock in/out kiosks
• Assist in providing volunteer-related content for newsletters and other outreach channels.
• Answer and address ReStore volunteer questions or concerns in coordination with ReStore Managers.
• Assist the Volunteer Manager in refilling snacks and refreshments on all volunteer sites
• Attend occasional tabling events and volunteer fairs.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• 1+ years of relevant experience working with, coordinating, or managing volunteers, or equivalent education and experience. Willing to train candidates who demonstrate potential!
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse people and personalities.
• Willingness to interact and engage with volunteers, staff, and customers of all backgrounds on a daily basis.
• Computer literacy and fluency in the Microsoft Suite. Database experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs with help.
• Knowledge of and willingness to promote the mission of Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity.

Compensation & Benefits:

The initial pay rate for this position is $19-21 per hour. Initial compensation is determined based on the successful applicant’s qualifications and experience. Benefits include a health reimbursement plan (up to $6,350.00 annually), a combined 200 hours of vacation and sick time, ten paid holidays, a 5% retirement match beginning after one year of successful employment and a 20% discount at the Habitat Restores.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply! The position will be open until filled. No phone calls, please.

Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, place of birth, medical condition, physical or mental disability, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), marital status, citizenship status, past, present, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, crime victim status, a positive test result from an HIV-related blood test, or any other characteristic protected by law.