Volunteer Engagement Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Promote volunteerism, recruit volunteers, assist with the United Readers program, and develop committed United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN) supporters through the development of strategic partnerships. This will be accomplished by managing the coordination and placement of volunteers with a focus on the connection of corporate volunteers with appropriate opportunities at UWSN with member agencies, and in the community. Support administrative functions, volunteer outreach, community engagement tabling events, communication with nonprofit partners and other related responsibilities.

Provide direction for UWSN staff to accomplish volunteer goals and work plan objectives. Also, responsible for assisting and organizing UWSN volunteer and community appreciation events under the direction of the Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement.

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below:

These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum experience, usually considered essential to the satisfactory performance of this job. Individual abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines. To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent must have:

• Demonstrated ability to work and engage with volunteers, local/state government and community partners.
• Ability to build relationships and maintain ongoing contact with others at all levels both internally and externally to the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, including the ability to communicate well in an assortment of settings with a variety of stakeholders.
• Able to provide customer service and guidance to people with a wide range of cultural backgrounds, age ranges, emotions, training, and experience.
• Strong work ethic and a high level of integrity.
• Ability to be highly organized, detail oriented, and able to prioritize within a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be highly motivated, take initiative, and have excellent follow‑through skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality always.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and ability to do what it takes to meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Valid Nevada Driver's license, proof of auto insurance coverage, and daily access to a personal vehicle for site visits, meetings, and projects.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

These requirements are met by any combination of education that typically includes a Bachelor's Degree in Social or Human Services, Non‑Profit Management or related field and a…