FACILITATOR SPECIAL PROJECTS

To support the oversight, design, implementation, and maintenance of Special Projects including the APS Community Clothing Bank. To assist in facilitating partnerships, programs, resources and services that contribute to a coordinated school health approach. Facilitate the recruitment, management, training and support of volunteers.

• Assists in the development and implementation of all aspects of the APS Community Clothing Bank.
• Assists in the identification of available community resources to aid the Clothing Bank and other department initiatives.
• Serves as liaison with district and community resources.
• Arrange and manage events related to the distribution of clothing through the clothing bank and other department initiatives.
• Maintain a continuous track of volunteer assignments and assist volunteers when necessary.
• Assists in the management and procurement of all resources of the Clothing Bank and other department initiatives.
• Assists in the training, supervision, management and evaluation of volunteers including special needs students participating in
• a worksite training program.
• Provides technical assistance, partnership development and training in support of volunteer programs
• Ability to perform tasks related specifically to work assignment.
• Coordinates delivery/donations logistics. Picks up donations and delivers Clothing Bank referrals to schools/locations across
• the city using an APS van or other vehicle. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Lifts and moves items up to 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques and utilizes light equipment including a pallet jack.

• Experience in supporting program coordination.
• Knowledge of volunteerism and volunteer management best practices
• Public speaking skills
• Public Relations/Marketing skills
• Knowledge of resource development
• Experience working with partners.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Four (4) years of experience working in a retail, warehouse or non-profit setting or in related fields
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility and effective organizational, decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and follow through.
• Knowledge of word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to and experience with conducting effective training sessions.

Please apply at www.aps.edu and submit a District Support application. A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for your application to be considered complete. The cover letter and resume are considered valid for one year from the submission date.