Part-Time Volunteer Room Coordinator

About the role

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.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or three years of applicable experience (in areas such as event coordinator, service work, education, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively
• Flexible and available to work varied hours
• Organized and detail‑oriented
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Sensitive to the needs of low‑income people
• Able to work with volunteers with varying levels of capacity

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Comfortable speaking to and instructing large groups
• Take initiative and able to problem‑solve
• Ability to delegate duties
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks at once

Responsibilities

• 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