Iride Volunteer Coordinator

About the role

The IRide Coordinator oversees the volunteer transportation program, IRide Give a Lift. IRide is a new volunteer driver program providing transportation services to residents of the Town of Irondequoit aged 60+. The goal is to increase the capacity of essential transportation throughout Irondequoit, utilizing volunteer service. An entrepreneurial spirit, experience collaborating with diverse constituents, familiarity with Irondequoit as a community, and comfort in the public realm are needed. Demonstrated experience working with volunteers is preferred.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position requiring 20-25 hours per week as needed, with an hourly rate of up to $22.00.

Responsibilities

• Volunteer Coordination
  • Screen, orient, and assign volunteers.
  • Maintain files, data, and time sheets.
  • Complete IRide’s reporting requirements.
  • Work with GAL Manager, AmeriCorps Senior Volunteer, and TRAC services.
  • Develop and implement a volunteer recruitment plan, including outreach presentations.
  • Participate in the agency volunteer management committee.
  • Maintain current knowledge of best practices in volunteer management.
• Development of new volunteer transportation program
  • Create affiliations with Town of Irondequoit’s leadership, social groups, faith communities, and broad-based reach within the town.
  • Establish the program serving the Town of Irondequoit.
  • Effectively implement “Assisted Rides” technology as a program management tool.
• Ride Coordination for Irondequoit Residents
  • Field requests from residents aged 60+ seeking transportation.
  • Provide volunteer matches for transportation requests.
  • Offer mobility management support, including help scheduling rides and other transportation services.
  • Document all actions accordingly.
• Inter-agency team participation
  • Participate in all staff meetings (departmental and agency) and training, including cultural competency and corporate compliance.
  • Accept and seek guidance and supervision from the Director for Regional Mobility Management.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Education: AS degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2 years’ experience working in volunteerism and/or recruitment, as well as experience working with age and culturally diverse populations.

Skills

• Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Computer skills and comfort with modern technology.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid NYS driver’s license required.
• Availability to attend evening and weekend events as needed.
• Embraces work in multi-cultural situations.

Benefits

If working 37.5 hours per week, the following benefits are available:

• Vacation: 21 days
• Sick leave: 10 days
• Personal time: 3 days
• Holidays: 11 days
• Medical insurance (3 options)
• Dental insurance (2 options)
• Vision insurance (2 options)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 403(b) Retirement Program
• Hybrid work schedule may be available after successfully completing the probationary period.

If working less than 37.5 hours, accrued time is pro-rated.