Volunteer Coordinator - Repacking Room

TITLE: Volunteer Coordinator – Repacking Room CLASSIFICATION: Full-time/Non-Exempt/Non-Benefit Eligible SUPERVISOR: Volunteer Room Supervisor SCHEDULE: Rotating Hours – Open Monday/Friday 8 – 5; Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 8 – 7:30; Saturday 8 – 3. POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Volunteer 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:

• be courteous, patient, and personable
• be flexible and available to work varied hours
• have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively
• be organized and detail oriented
• be able to work both independently or 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
• wear steel-toe shoes
• Associate's degree or 3 years of applicable experience (in areas such as event coordination, service work, education, etc.)
  
  

DUTIES:

• Adequately plan ahead to coordinate and execute day-to-day volunteer projects on a timely basis
• Setup and break down for each specific project
• Instructing and training volunteers on proper repacking procedures while observing safe food handling guidelines
• Diligent monitoring of 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
• Monitor Volunteers for appropriate community service hours
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the volunteer break room
• A willingness to learn to operate forklifts and pallet jacks in a safe manner
• Work with the Volunteer Program Coordinator to ensure appropriate staffing for volunteer activities on evenings/Saturdays
• Work at all times to maintain the image of The Food Bank as a positive one in the public view, most specifically as it pertains to the critical nature of volunteer relations
  
  

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY: The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri is a regional disaster and hunger-relief network that brings together community resources to share tens of millions of pounds of food with neighbors each year. Our highly-collaborative team believes that empowerment, education and partnerships are key to getting food into the hands of those who need it most. With the help of 145 partner agencies, more than 185 school partners and thousands of volunteers, our day-to-day efforts help feed nearly 100,000 neighbors each month across our 32-county area. We encourage you to apply to see if improving food security is a mission that speaks to you. Pay Range: $14 - $15.50 per hour