Job Title: Volunteer Services Specialist Area of Interest: Volunteer Services
Job Description:
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The American Red Cross is the foremost volunteer emergency service organization in the United States with more than 590 chapters nationwide.
We are currently seeking a Volunteer Services Specialist for our Michigan Region. This position will be based in our Lansing, MI Chapter.
Job Summary
Implements and participates in the development of initiatives to increase Red Cross visibility through program and service delivery with the Chapter's jurisdiction. Aids in advancing assigned program and services to meet Chapter's goals and objectives. Represents the Red Cross within the assigned jurisdiction for the purpose of volunteer engagement.
Responsibilities:
1. Relationship Management and Community Outreach: Participates in communication/civic activities and events to promote volunteer opportunities. Develops and cultivates professional relationships with key internal and external partners/organizations. Attends community meetings and events and facilitate exchange of information and resources within jurisdiction. Develops and conducts training/ presentations to promote Red Cross services and programs to community. Networks with college/universities to develop campus-based Red Cross volunteer opportunities.
2. Fiscal Responsibility: Monitors budgets and targets for Chapter programs and services. Monitors program outcomes and results to make sure it reinforces organizational accountability.
3. Staff and Volunteer Management: Assigns and coordinates staff members and volunteers on specific project based assignments. May assist in supervising full time and/or part time employees and volunteers. May assist in hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating performance of staff and volunteers.
4. Project Management and Reporting: Monitors program outcomes and results to reinforce organizational accountability. May help coordinate the day-to-day functions that support the assigned program or service. Provides analysis, advice and consultation on Chapter programs and services. May evaluate and report effectiveness of program or service and prepares recommendations for continuous improvement.
Competencies:
Customer Focused
Strong Interpersonal Communication
Strong Written and Oral Communications
Dealing with Ambiguity/learning on the Fly
Motivating Others/Influencing
Priority Setting
Problem Solving
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements:
Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential including sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
Work Conditions:
Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout Chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster.
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The American Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that offers employees growth and development, team spirit, competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in implementing and advancing social service programs. Demonstrated experience with coordinating staff and volunteer activities. Ability to interpret program trends, results, related data, and budget information to formulate recommendations. Demonstrated experience with managing multiple priorities.
Management Experience: Prefer minimum 6 months supervisory experience
Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills. Develops project plans & participates in budget preparation. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of community pro... For full info follow application link.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, well-qualified women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.