Inventory & Volunteer Operations Associate (Temporary)

Position Summary

Reporting to the New York Manager of Inventory and Volunteer Operations (IVO) the Temporary Associate will join a team responsible for in-kind donation processing organizing and counting. The Temporary Associate will be aiding the entire team in ensuring in-kind donations are processed in a timely manner. The IVO team partners regularly with the national External Engagement Department which sources in-kind donations and volunteer support through both community and corporate partners. The Associate will be responsible for sorting and organizing incoming baby and toddler items and supporting volunteer groups and individuals through sorting projects to ensure in-kind donations are processed in a timely manner.

The right candidate has strong attention to detail and prides themselves on their organizational abilities.

This is a temporary part-time position anticipated to start in October and run through the end of January 2026 with up to 30 hours a week possible. It is a fully in-person position based out of the Family Center located in the South Bronx NY.

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• In-Kind Donations/Inventory: Execute the intake sorting tracking storage and delivery of infant and toddler items. Examples include:
  • Receive in-kind donations and ensure they are properly organized and stored
  • Sort and organize large donations; report on quality of items from collection drives and quality and quantity of items from corporate donations.
  • Work with the program team to regularly check inventory for priority items. Maintain regular contact about new or unusual donations as well as information on larger quantities of donations with the rest of the team.
  • Make sure that every item donated is counted using the In-Kind Donations Checklist.
  • Work with the team to assist with quarterly spot counts to confirm accuracy of all audits and EOY count to ensure data fidelity.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure that all items accepted for distribution meet stringent quality guidelines items that do not are properly discarded and engage with in-kind donors to help them better understand Room to Grows quality standards and guidelines as needed
• Space Maintenance: Along with the whole IVO team support in the upkeep and maintenance of Room to Grow Family Center. Examples include:
  • Maintain the organization systems in place ensuring available inventory is ready for weekly deliveries to the boutique
  • Manage overflow items prioritizing safety and keeping pathways clear and accessible
  • Oversee shared maintenance of common areas.
• Volunteer Program: Participate in the implementation of a robust volunteer program maintaining a positive environment where volunteers feel they are contributing to the organizations success.
  • Support ongoing volunteer projects working with both individual and group volunteers helping to prepare for and clean up after projects
• External Relations:
  Always act as a representative of Room to Grow flagging any opportunities to grow partnerships and bring in new supporters.

Qualifications and Experience

• A passion for the mission vision and core values of Room to Grow
• Able to lift and carry 40 pounds
• Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

• 1 years relevant experience in retail stockroom or other customer service-focused position

• Organized resourceful and solutions-oriented with the ability to multitask
• High level of professionalism integrity accountability and judgment
• Strong communication skills and comfort working with diverse populations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Compensation and Benefits

Salary and benefits will be competitive for our field and commensurate with experience. Room to Grow is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds. As a temporary team member you will be eligible for paid sick time and company holidays. Temporary team members are not eligible for additional benefits.

Reasonable Accommodations

We are committed to an inclusive interview experience including providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We encourage you to share any required accommodations with Elise Spector who will treat your requests as confidentially as possible.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

We view differences between individuals (e.g. race gender age cultural heritage physical ability education beliefs and lifestyle) as an asset. We celebrate what makes us unique and strive to create an inclusive environment for all. We are focused on fostering a culture of empowerment in an effort to better understand and serve the multifaceted cultures and identities of all of those within the Room to Grow community. At Room to Grow our DEI efforts focus on uplifting the experiences and perspectives of underrepresented groups and doing the work that draws out the best in all of us.

To Apply

Submit your application via Room to Grows career portal.

Required Experience:

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