Habitat for Humanity Portland Region revitalizes neighborhoods, builds affordable and sustainable homes, and empowers families through successful homeownership. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, and that starts with a stable and healthy place to call home. We recently expanded our geographic service area and are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of committed professionals to help take our organization to new heights.

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity in one of the largest volunteer programs in the city with over 6,000 volunteers annually. The Volunteer Program Coordinator will work under the direction of the Volunteer Program Manager to ensure a consistent top-notch volunteer experience across the organization. 

The Volunteer Program Coordinator will be a part of a multi-site volunteer program including four retail locations, several homebuilding construction sites, the volunteer-based business engagement program, and office volunteer needs. 

The ideal candidate has a passion for the volunteer spirit, a positive disposition, and thrives on building collaborative relationships with your co-workers and volunteers. 

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, reporting to the Volunteer Program Manager.

Compensation

• $17.00 - $21.29/hour, commensurate with experience
• Plus, a great benefits package with health insurance (medical, vision, alternative, prescription), dental insurance, a health reimbursement arrangement, generous paid time off, a matching retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, and more!

Responsibilities

• Respond to volunteer inquiries in a timely manner and lead the effort to improve volunteer retention and recruitment by maintaining a close connection to each build site and store location
• Implement volunteer onboarding and training processes
• Support on location staff in planning volunteer appreciation events, implementing the volunteer incentive/recognition program and using creative approaches to surprise and delight our volunteers
• Nurture relationships with community partners such as youth employment programs, senior employment programs, vocational rehab, court systems, schools, churches, businesses, etc.
• Manage/review volunteer background checks and determine eligibility
• Prepare reports:  Volunteer hours, individual hour achievements, summaries by program, initiative, etc. as directed by VPM
• Provide volunteer content to monthly affiliate Enews and ReStore Enews
• Prepare volunteer spotlights for social media
• Conduct volunteer evaluations including user experience surveys online and in person
• Assist VPM in training on location staff in utilizing Get Connected Platform and Sterling Volunteers
• Assist/support VPM in engaging staff in volunteer retention efforts

• High School diploma/GED
• 2+ years of experience working with volunteers in the non-profit industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills and problem-solving experience
• Experience working with volunteer management software and data management

Schedule

• 40 hours a week, will include evenings and weekends at times

How to Apply

• Submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references at the link below
• Only candidates who follow the specific application instructions will be considered

Employment is contingent on passing a background check.

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region hires a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization. We value diversity and support a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.

Habitat for Humanity Portland Region is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all our positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran/reserve national guard status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.