EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
WITH

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
OF THE ITHACA YOUTH BUREAU

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Big Brothers Big Sisters is a nationwide mentoring network devoted to matching youth in professionally

supported, one-to-one friendships with safe, positive, adult mentors. In Ithaca, Big Brothers Big Sisters is

part of the Ithaca Youth Bureau, a well-known, community resource for families that provides enriching

experiences for youth throughout Tompkins County. Big Brothers Big Sisters has been part of Ithaca’s

“My Brother’s Keeper” mentoring initiative, and is devoted to matching youth and mentors of color. The

Ithaca Youth Bureau is a workplace devoted to diversity and inclusion for all staff and participants.

Description of the Position:
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is hiring a part-time/temporary “Volunteer Mentor Recruiter”. This

position is responsible for the recruitment of volunteer mentors (Bigs) during our 2023 mentor

recruitment campaign. All mentors are needed, but we are especially seeking local residents, people of

color, male-identified Bigs, or Bigs who are willing to drive to mentor rural youth. Post-pandemic, fewer

potential volunteers are following through. We need a creative and motivated person who works

independently, and also as part of our dynamic team, to develop and implement effective strategies.

• Participation in recruitment planning, presentations, in-person meetings and events

• Detailed note taking/documentation of all recruitment efforts and their results

• Weekly meetings with a supervisor to assess progress and brainstorm future efforts

• An orientation to the missions of Big Brothers Big Sisters and The Ithaca Youth Bureau

• Building connections with community, civic and campus groups on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters

• Outgoing personality and willingness to call, meet, speak and present to groups and potential Bigs

• Ability to keep an organized schedule and take detailed notes regarding recruitment efforts

• Must be able to utilize personal phone/device for calls, texts, and emails with potential Bigs

• All applicants must agree to a background check and to provide references

Hours: 10-12 hours per week, schedule can be flexible Salary: $19/hr

How to apply: Email Joe Gibson at jgibson@cityofithaca.org no later than July 10th, 2023.
In your email, please provide a copy of your resume, a brief description of

why you are interested in the position, and any questions you may have.

We would love to have you on our team! We hope to hear from you soon!