Volunteer Center Coordinator

Volunteer Center Coordinator

Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Headquarters - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Salary Range $19.50 Hourly Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Travel Percentage None

At the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, our mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone--of every race, gender, sexuality, age and income--deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to food security which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to remain on the front lines, along with our community-based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you thrive on building connections and bringing people together for a common cause? Join us as a Volunteer Center Coordinator and become the driving energy behind our volunteer engagement initiatives!

As a Volunteer Center Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our mission to create positive change through the power of volunteerism. You'll be accountable for training and mobilizing volunteers to support a wide range of programs and projects. From coordinating volunteer orientations to recognizing and celebrating our volunteers' contributions, you'll ensure that every volunteer has a meaningful and rewarding experience.

But that's not all – you'll also be building relationships with community partners, schools, businesses and other organizations to expand our volunteer network and amplify our impact. Your creativity, enthusiasm and dedication will inspire others to join us in making a difference and leave a lasting legacy in our community.

If you're ready to unleash your passion for volunteerism and drive a movement of change-makers, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a brighter future, one volunteer at a time.

Representing the Regional Food Bank:

• Represent the Regional Food Bank professionally and courteously to volunteers.
• Foster relationships with volunteers to help the mission.

Creating a Safe Environment:

• Ensure cleanliness in volunteer work areas (break rooms and repack rooms).
• Prepare and stock necessary supplies for volunteer activities.

Coordinating Volunteer

Activities:

• Set up daily volunteer activities with all required materials ready.
• Train and supervise volunteer groups during their work.

Maintaining Records and Feedback:

• Keep accurate records and activity reports on product worked and volunteer participation.
• Provide feedback from volunteer activities to Volunteer Center leadership.

Demonstrating Enthusiasm and Communication:

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the Regional Food Bank's mission.
• Inform volunteers about other opportunities to help the Regional Food Bank (volunteering at program sites, advocating for policies that help alleviate poverty, donating food and funds).

Facilitating Volunteer

Experience:

• Greet volunteer groups.
• Clean and prepare workstations and break rooms for the next volunteer group.

Promoting Innovation and Partnership:

• Maintain positive working relationships with all Regional Food Bank departments.
• Assist in designing specific tasks for volunteers to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Participate in process improvement teams and recommend innovative solutions.

Food Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to food safety standards, including AIB best practices.

Synergy and Flexibility:

• Must be able to work in a team-based environment.

Learning and Proficiency:

• Willingness to learn and assist volunteers with Give Pulse.
• Mastery of Volunteer Center talking points.
• Proficiency in software and technology used by the Volunteer Center.

Training and Public Speaking:

• Proficiency in setting up and training for all volunteer projects.
• Willingness to take part in public speaking training related to discussing the Regional Food Bank's mission with volunteers.
• Train in one of three core competencies:
  Inventory, Food Safety, Protein Packaging Center or Internal Special Events.

How you have spent your time:

• Obtaining a high school diploma or GED.

Other

Qualifications:

• Clearance of background investigation and drug screen.
• Pass physical examination.
• A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

How you have spent your time:

• Volunteering or…