What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Volunteer Room Coordinator position at The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri?
POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Volunteer Room Coordinator requires someone who can create a fun and engaging atmosphere for our volunteers to work in and acknowledge their efforts by helping them understand how their work connects to The Food Bank’s mission at large.
Job Qualifications
Job Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or three years of applicable experience (in areas such as event
- be courteous, patient, and personable
- be flexible and available to work varied hours
- lift 50 pounds repetitively
- be organized and detail-oriented
- be able to work both independently and as part of a team
- be proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
- possess solid oral and written communication skills
- be comfortable speaking to and instructing large groups
- take initiative and be able to problem-solve
- have the ability to delegate duties
- have the ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks at once
- be sensitive to the needs of low income people
- be able to work with volunteers with varying levels of capacity
- Plan ahead to coordinate and execute day-to-day volunteer projects on a timely basis
- Set up and break down for each specific project
- Instruct and train volunteers on proper repacking procedures while observing safe food handling guidelines
- Monitor volunteers to ensure that proper procedures are being followed
- Follow inventory and tracking procedures
- Maintain a clean and organized volunteer room
- Track and maintain safe food temperatures
- Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the volunteer break room
- Operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks in a safe manner
- Communicate the impact at the end of each volunteer shift