Our Mission Statement: The Rescue Mission of Utica, Inc.
is a Christian Ministry, established to proclaim, in word and deed, the life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ, by unconditionally endeavoring to assess and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those individuals seeking assistance.
Job Title: Volunteer & Events Coordinator in our Development & Communications Department.
JOB SUMMARY
Supports the success of Mission fundraising events.
Works with staff and volunteers to assist with planning, coordinating, and implementing events to raise funds for and promote community awareness of Mission services and programs.
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, and scheduling, volunteers, community service workers, and interns in collaboration with department managers and supervisors.
Responsible for assisting with securing and processing of donations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Recruits & Coordinates volunteers/interns in conjunction with the needs of Rescue Mission Programs this includes but not limited to:
Ensures proper background checks are completed based on program requirements
Organizes & directs large scale volunteer days e.
g.
spring cleaning, clothes sorting, gift wrapping
Directs Volunteers in the preparation of bulk mail projects, birthday bags & gifts
Maintains the volunteer and internship resource manual
Maintains the spreadsheet of current volunteers/interns contact information & schedule and communicated schedule to program staff on a weekly basis with the volunteer/intern schedule
Coordinates the recruitment of all new volunteers through social media & other platforms
Represents the Mission at area Volunteer Fairs
Assists with planning, implementation, and production of fundraising events & projects, this includes but is not limited to maintaining vendor relationships, event logistics, and volunteer coordination, including.
preparation, set up, event execution and tear down.
Coordinating the Canister Project, Holiday Meals, “Wish List” Christmas Gift Giving and managing Amazon Wish List for program needs.
Recruits volunteers for and maintains working knowledge of Thread of Life Thrift Store operations including but not limited to cash register and cash procedure; and participates/assists in coverage rotation at store when volunteers are not available.
When needed and in the absence of Donor Analyst will process checks and in-kind donations.
When needed in the absence of volunteers will greet and direct visitors, answer incoming calls, retrieve and forward calls left on the general voicemail and complete other administrative duties.
Completes a monthly activity report for Director of Development.
Other Duties
Abide by all Mission, program and safety policies, procedures and guidelines.
Attend and participate in regular meetings and trainings as requested by your supervisor.
Complete annual mandated trainings.
All other duties as requested by your supervisor.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Associates degree in marketing, communications preferred
Availability to work holidays and evenings required
Two (2) years relevant experience preferred
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Demonstrates effective verbal, written, listening and presentation communication skills
Confidentiality is of the utmost importance
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Valid NYS Driver’s License required
Enthusiastic support of our Mission Statement
Status/Hours: Full Time Monday - Friday– 40 hours per week, occasional Saturdays may be required
Pay Rate; $17.
00-20.
00 per hour
Benefits: We offer a competitive comprehensive benefit package for eligible employees to include medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), voluntary benefits, paid time off, holidays and paid training.
The Rescue Mission of Utica is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
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