Volunteer Coordinator jobs in New York

Principal Responsibilities:

• Supports volunteer engagement at Met Council’s Brooklyn Hub (50%) and horizontally across all other programs (50%).
• Coordinates Met Council volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups.
• Conducts outreach to local community organizations in the neighborhoods of Boro Park and Bensonhurst, in addition to the surrounding areas.
• Engages new and existing volunteers and donors from the recruitment and onboarding stage.
• Manages Met Council’s Volunteer Management Software “Bloomerang.”
• Attends, facilitates, and executes volunteer and donor events both on and off-site.
• Assists with converting volunteers into Met Council donors through means such as event support, direct mailings and communications, administrative tasks, and special projects.
• Coordinates additional scheduling, projects, and support to the Senior Director and larger department, as needed.
• Handles communication and correspondence with volunteers and donors regarding logistics.
• Maintains and develops relationships with volunteers, donors, and community partners (JCC’s, Synagogues, Interfaith organizations, schools, corporations, etc.).
• Oversees data collection regarding volunteer participation and in-kind donations and ensures that volunteer and donor information is inputted accurately for reporting purposes.
• Maintains knowledge around anti-poverty measures, food insecurity, and access to governmental benefits, and additional offered by Met Council.
• Collaborates with different departments throughout the agency to meet needs of clients served.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Familiarity with Orthodox and Secular Jewish communities, Jewish holidays, and the yearly calendar, cultural and religious traditions, and dietary laws
• Ability to competently coordinate at dual locations, supporting staff and clients at Brooklyn Hub in Boro Park and main office related functions at One State Street Plaza
• Able to travel when required to multiple sites throughout New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and New Jersey
• Self-starter mentality required, including desire to take on new responsibilities over time
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to anticipate needs before they arise
• Ability to speak publicly in an appropriate and articulate manner depending on audience
• Capacity to be an enthusiastic, forward-facing representative of the agency
• Experience in event management and donor relations
• Interest in advancing the professionalism of the Volunteer Management/Development field

Skill and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferred 1-3 years’ experience in Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Social Services, and Donor Relations
• Fluent in Yiddish and English
• Comfortable working with volunteers, donors, and clients of all ages
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Office Suite, and Zoom required

Special Requirements:

• Frequent travel throughout the five boroughs with program supplies utilizing public transportation
• Consistent evening and Sunday work required
• Increased involvement based on seasonal agency needs (example: food distributions and increased programming in advance of significant holidays)

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 per year

Benefits: Major medical, dental, and vision insurance; pre-tax commuter benefits; FSA; 403(b); plus holidays