Job Description

Overview/Position Summary

The part-time Volunteer Coordinator supports the Corporate and Volunteer Manager in the solicitation, onboarding, and general oversight of individual and group volunteers at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell, including ongoing UML volunteers. Because of the strong relationship the Club has with its volunteers, the ideal candidate will display close attention to detail, professional communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once. This role will require work on-site at the Club, as well as off-site at tabling or other community-centered events.

The Volunteer Coordinator also supports the coordination and engagement of the organization’s volunteer community. This role assists with volunteer engagement initiatives, including planning and supporting volunteer socials, recognition events, and awards programs to promote appreciation and retention. The Volunteer Coordinator also helps organize and may occasionally lead volunteer trainings, ensuring all volunteers are well-prepared and supported in their roles.

Responsibilities/Skills and experience relevant to this position:

• Recruit, screen, onboard and evaluate individual volunteers to assist program staff throughout the Club.
• Serve as a liaison between volunteers and Corporate & Volunteer Manager and program managers, to ensure a pleasant and productive service experience.
• Be an onsite coordinator for volunteers at corporate volunteer events and Club events.
• Assist with organizing and overseeing the Annual Holiday Gift Drive in December.
• Provide and track volunteer orientation and training.
• Assist relationships with UMass Lowell, Middlesex Community College, Community Teamwork, AmeriCorps and other community partners that provide regular volunteer support such as student workers, interns and work-study students.
• Assist with ongoing communication with volunteers through a monthly e-newsletter and email/phone communication as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Must understand and support Club values: Commitment, Excellence, Fun, Integrity and Teamwork.
• Ability to work in an environment with loud noises.
• All staff are required to undergo training, which includes but is not limited to topics related to safety, emergency response and child abuse prevention.
• Age requirement: 21+
• MA or NH driver’s license and good standing driving record.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills along with the ability to learn and utilize multiple platforms, including a Volunteer database (currently Volgistics).
• Bilingual/Bicultural preferred.
• Attention to detail, willingness to learn and strong organizational skills.
• Interest in working with multicultural teams with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems with limited supervision.

Benefits :

• Paid time off, Professional Development - for a full list of benefits, please see our website (lbgc.org).
• Flexible work schedule.
• Values and mission-driven organization.
• Interaction with a positive, community-minded team, along with amazing young people.

Our Hiring Process and Timeline

Please submit your resume to Justien Martin at justien.martin@lbgc.org.

We will review the applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Equity Statement

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace, with staff and volunteers who can help us achieve our vision of ending generational poverty. We continue to prioritize candidates who possess the skills and experience necessary to serve our youth effectively. Candidates should reflect our organizational values of commitment, excellence, fun, integrity and teamwork.

The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell will provide reasonable accommodations in the hiring process.

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Pay: $20.50 - $21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 28.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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