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Thea Bowman House

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

Thea Bowman House, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Internal Careers at SOME (So Others Might Eat)We are glad that you are interested in other career opportunities within SOME. We want you to grow with us. Please read each announcement carefully to ensure that you meet the qualifications. To be considered, you must upload a cover letter to include your interest in the position, most recent performance evaluation, the internal application, and resume and any applicable credentials. In addition, all employees must be in good standing (having no corrective actions or performance improvement plans within the past 12 months) in your current position before applying. You must notify your supervisor prior to applying for another position. Employees failing to submit the required documents will not be considered. We wish you luck in the process.SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families of our city. We strive to provide success paths toward mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training and employment with a living wage, affordable housing, and ultimately living independently and confidently.Compensation:

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $25.89 to $30.43 and may commensurate with experience.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

to join our Volunteer Services department on O Street in NW Washington, DC.Position Description:

The

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

is responsible for recruiting and coordinating volunteer efforts for specific programs. Identifies volunteer requirements and conducts orientations for new volunteers. The

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator

implements the overarching SOME Volunteer Strategy to ensure the fulfillment of program and department needs for designated programs.Schedule:

Monday - Friday. 6:00am - 2:30pm (40 hours per week)Required:

HS Diploma/GED; 1-3 yrs. experience working with volunteersPreferred:

Bachelor's Degree; 1-3 yrs. social services experience and working with volunteers; experience working with low income adults in residential settings; program coordination and training experience; experience with a volunteer database or other CRM; CPR and First AidRequired License/Certification:

CPR/First-AidKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of programming for low income populationsAbility to work independentlyOrganized with an attention to detailAction-orientedExcellent verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiencesFlexibility and last-minute adaptabilityProficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and OutlookRelationship building skillsGroup facilitation and training skillsAbility to collaborateExpected Contributions: Volunteer Recruitment & MobilizationRecruit, train and maintain a volunteer Corp for assigned SOME departmentsWork with individual programs to ensure staffing and work needs are met through volunteers, including helping to assess, coordinate, and design volunteer opportunities within the programsResponsible for the administrative tracking and reporting of metrics as required, including ensuring completion of the volunteer registration process, proof of volunteer hours documentation, and managing and monitoring email and phone communications regarding volunteer services for the assigned department(s)Work with Marketing and Communications and the SOME Volunteer Program to develop recruitment and marketing materials for volunteer opportunities for the assigned departmentCoordinate outreach to community organizations and individual volunteers to promote volunteer opportunities.Reports to:

VP, Volunteer ServicesTo Apply:

Go to our career page at

https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities

and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.

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