Volunteer Specialist

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters hunger and nutrition services and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind body heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veterans efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes it combines relationship-building volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbors efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

** The Volunteer Specialist is responsible for recruiting orienting and engaging individual volunteers and volunteer groups in Volunteers of America (VOA) Colorados Southwest Colorado programs. This position will also be responsible for the intake organization and record keeping of the Volunteer Services Program volunteers including youth family adults and groups. and reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruit select orient and place individual and group volunteers in VOA Colorado programs throughout Southwest Colorado.

Coordinate application processes background checks safety/confidentiality training and Safehouse orientation for all volunteers.

Lead and supervise volunteer-led activities for shelter guests including maintenance meal prep and donation sorting.

Maintain accurate volunteer data including hours served in compliance with legal and regulatory standards using Salesforce.

Develop relationships with local businesses civic groups faith communities and schools to build a pipeline of engaged volunteers.

Coordinate house and yard maintenance projects and manage the service calendar involving providers vendors groups and volunteers.

Assist with grant reporting related to volunteer contributions and impact.

Represent VOA Colorado in regional volunteer networks and community events to amplify program awareness and engagement.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises individual and group volunteers ensuring clarity of roles safety and meaningful engagement.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Requires lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds. Driving short distances is required.

Bending Climbing Stooping Kneeling Reaching Crouching Squatting Lifting (30 to 50 pounds) Balancing Standing Sitting Hand/Foot motions Walking Seeing (Close and distant vision Detect Determine Perceive Identify Recognize Judge Observe Inspect Assess Estimate) Depth Perception Hearing/Listening Speaking/Shouting (Communicate Discern Convey Express Exchange) Use of Hands/Fingers (Grasping Holding Touching) Thinking Calculating Memory/Recall Exposure to Indoor and Outdoor environments.

A combination of office and field work; flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.

Must be able to stand walk and move for long periods during events or projects (up to 10 hours).

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for donation sorting or event setup.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Full time

Hourly Typically M-F 8:00- 4:30

Weekends and evenings as needed (approx. 1x a month)

Location

Durango Community Shelter

SALARY: $22.00-$24.00/hr non exempt

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role please contact to begin the Interactive Process.

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health Dental Vision Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Competencies

Models VOA Colorados AIRS values: Accountability Integrity Respect and Service.

Embodies the organizations virtues: Hungry Humble and People Smart (HHS).

Demonstrates servant-leadership through transparency joyfulness and compassion.

Maintains a trauma-informed client-centered approach to all work.

Displays high energy emotional intelligence and a proactive problem-solving mindset.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

Associate degree in related field or equivalent relevant experience. Minimum one-year supervisory or administrative experience.

At least one year of experience in volunteer coordination supervision or administrative support.

Valid drivers license access to reliable transportation and proof of insurance.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

Six months of direct service experience with vulnerable or at-risk populations

Experience working with survivors of domestic violence and/or crisis intervention

Bilingual preferred.

Previous experience using Salesforce or similar CRM/volunteer management platforms.

Knowledge and Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint and Publisher.

Knowledge of or willingness to learn about issues related to homelessness poverty aging mental health veterans and survivors of domestic violence.