Job Title: Church and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Reports to: Associate Director of Volunteer and Church Engagement FLSA Code: Full time exempt Schedule: 40 hours/week; occasional weekends and evening hours Program Area:Church and Volunteer Engagement Location: Mens Center 402 N. St. Louis Ave Chicago IL 60624
We are Breakthrough Breakthrough partners with people to build connections develop skills and open doors of opportunity. Breakthrough is intentionally located in and works alongside residents in East Garfield Park. Each year Breakthrough has the opportunity to work with over 20000 residents and their families.
Position Summary The Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will provide administrative program and event support to the Volunteer and Church Engagement team. This position requires organization attention to detail and the ability to effectively relate to volunteers pastors and church leaders from diverse backgrounds denominations and faith traditions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS Administration - Respond daily to all emails and volunteer application notifications in the general volunteer inbox Fresh Market inbox Manna Inbox and other emails as assigned.
- Maintain and update Salesforce records to ensure accurate information for volunteers including applications background checks job postings shifts and campaign details.
- Assist with volunteer onboarding by coordinating application completion and background checks as needed.
- Assist with volunteer communication needs by keeping the website up to date with current volunteer opportunities assisting with the quarterly volunteer newsletters and assisting with regular communications with churches.
- Track Breakthroughs church activity and revenue and keep accurate Salesforce records of this information.
- Track and manage Volunteer Match intern onboarding and university tracking systems.
- Assist with church grant management and seek to find new church grant opportunities in partnership with the institutional giving team and the director.
Program and Event support
- Represent Breakthrough at churches church events recruiting events volunteer fairs and other venues to recruit new volunteers and donors cultivate relationships and deepen church partnerships.
- Assist with new volunteer phone interviews and coordinate in-person or virtualMeet and Greet for new volunteers.
- Manage volunteer needs for Breakthrough Youth Network programs for each season and create seasonal spreadsheets to track progress.
- Assist with volunteer recruitment to match the programs needs
- Create systems and procedures to train appreciate and retain volunteers
- Provide volunteer check-ins and end-of-season communication (thank yous surveys and next season opportunities).
- Assist with Breakthroughs annual events such as the Walk for Hunger the annual benefit Harvest Happenings Christmas Store Trunk party and more.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrated Values
- Independently follows agency policy and procedures
- Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
- Identifies and resolves difficult issues
- Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
- Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
- Works effectively with diverse staff communities and population served
- Maintain a high degree of sensitivity tact and diplomacy during stressful situations.
- A passion for the mission of Breakthrough
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree OR a combination of college coursework and related experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a nonprofit or church setting preferred
- Flexible hours (nights and weekends semi-regularly required)
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities and written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Publisher) Google Suite and the ability to work efficiently within programmatic databases
- Working knowledge of Salesforce preferred
- Relationally engaging with the ability to represent Breakthrough to external audiences
- Understanding urban realities with a strong passion for connecting churches and volunteers with those affected by poverty to facilitate mutually beneficial and transforming relationships
- Cross-cultural competency: sensitivity to serving in a diverse urban context
- Must maintain a valid drivers license along with daily access to a vehicle and acceptable driving record.
SUPERVISION This position has no direct reports
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in an office and/or classroom located in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend stoop pull lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equipment Used The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone computer calculator copier overhead projector paper shredder paper cutter and filing systems.
Safety Requirements Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance
BENEFITS
- Medical -We offer group medical benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO plans. Depending on the plan you choose there may be no cost for an employee single coverage. There is a cost per pay period for coverage for family (i.e. employee plus spouse; employee plus child(ren) or employee plus spouse and child(ren).
- Dental We offer group dental benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO. This is an employee paid benefit.
- Vision - We offer group vision benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. This is an employee paid benefit.
- Life - Through UnitedHealthcare we offer full-time employees term life insurance to the employees family in case of death. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
- Short and long-term disability -If you become disabled UnitedHealthcare provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance to full-time employees. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
- 401 (k) Plan -We offer a 401(k) plan which is a tax-deferred annuity to assist full-time employees in planning for retirement. We match 50% of your contribution up to a total of 3% of your base salary.
- Section 125 Plan (FSA)-Through TASC we allow full-time employees to make contributions toward premiums for medical insurance out-of-pocket medical expenses dependent care expenses and/or transit and parking on a before tax rather than an after tax basis.
- Vacation Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible to accrue vacation days at a rate of 6.67 13.33 days per month based on tenure with the organization.
- Personal Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 3 personal days annually pro-rated in year one.
- Sick Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 10 sick days annually pro-rated in year one.
COMPENSATION $50000-$55000/annually
| Required Experience:
IC
Job Title: Church and Volunteer Engagement CoordinatorReports to: Associate Director of Volunteer and Church EngagementFLSA Code: Full time exemptSchedule: 40 hours/week; occasional weekends and evening hours Program Area:Church and Volunteer EngagementLocation: Mens Center 402 N. St. Louis Ave Chic...
Job Title: Church and Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Reports to: Associate Director of Volunteer and Church Engagement FLSA Code: Full time exempt Schedule: 40 hours/week; occasional weekends and evening hours Program Area:Church and Volunteer Engagement Location: Mens Center 402 N. St. Louis Ave Chicago IL 60624
We are Breakthrough Breakthrough partners with people to build connections develop skills and open doors of opportunity. Breakthrough is intentionally located in and works alongside residents in East Garfield Park. Each year Breakthrough has the opportunity to work with over 20000 residents and their families.
Position Summary The Volunteer Engagement Coordinator will provide administrative program and event support to the Volunteer and Church Engagement team. This position requires organization attention to detail and the ability to effectively relate to volunteers pastors and church leaders from diverse backgrounds denominations and faith traditions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS Administration - Respond daily to all emails and volunteer application notifications in the general volunteer inbox Fresh Market inbox Manna Inbox and other emails as assigned.
- Maintain and update Salesforce records to ensure accurate information for volunteers including applications background checks job postings shifts and campaign details.
- Assist with volunteer onboarding by coordinating application completion and background checks as needed.
- Assist with volunteer communication needs by keeping the website up to date with current volunteer opportunities assisting with the quarterly volunteer newsletters and assisting with regular communications with churches.
- Track Breakthroughs church activity and revenue and keep accurate Salesforce records of this information.
- Track and manage Volunteer Match intern onboarding and university tracking systems.
- Assist with church grant management and seek to find new church grant opportunities in partnership with the institutional giving team and the director.
Program and Event support
- Represent Breakthrough at churches church events recruiting events volunteer fairs and other venues to recruit new volunteers and donors cultivate relationships and deepen church partnerships.
- Assist with new volunteer phone interviews and coordinate in-person or virtualMeet and Greet for new volunteers.
- Manage volunteer needs for Breakthrough Youth Network programs for each season and create seasonal spreadsheets to track progress.
- Assist with volunteer recruitment to match the programs needs
- Create systems and procedures to train appreciate and retain volunteers
- Provide volunteer check-ins and end-of-season communication (thank yous surveys and next season opportunities).
- Assist with Breakthroughs annual events such as the Walk for Hunger the annual benefit Harvest Happenings Christmas Store Trunk party and more.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrated Values
- Independently follows agency policy and procedures
- Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
- Identifies and resolves difficult issues
- Project a professional image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
- Promote customer care through all actions and behaviors
- Works effectively with diverse staff communities and population served
- Maintain a high degree of sensitivity tact and diplomacy during stressful situations.
- A passion for the mission of Breakthrough
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree OR a combination of college coursework and related experience
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a nonprofit or church setting preferred
- Flexible hours (nights and weekends semi-regularly required)
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities and written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Publisher) Google Suite and the ability to work efficiently within programmatic databases
- Working knowledge of Salesforce preferred
- Relationally engaging with the ability to represent Breakthrough to external audiences
- Understanding urban realities with a strong passion for connecting churches and volunteers with those affected by poverty to facilitate mutually beneficial and transforming relationships
- Cross-cultural competency: sensitivity to serving in a diverse urban context
- Must maintain a valid drivers license along with daily access to a vehicle and acceptable driving record.
SUPERVISION This position has no direct reports
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment While performing the duties of this job the employee will work in an office and/or classroom located in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend stoop pull lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equipment Used The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone computer calculator copier overhead projector paper shredder paper cutter and filing systems.
Safety Requirements Prior to the first day of work must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance
BENEFITS
- Medical -We offer group medical benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO plans. Depending on the plan you choose there may be no cost for an employee single coverage. There is a cost per pay period for coverage for family (i.e. employee plus spouse; employee plus child(ren) or employee plus spouse and child(ren).
- Dental We offer group dental benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. You have the option of choosing between a PPO or HMO. This is an employee paid benefit.
- Vision - We offer group vision benefits through UnitedHealthcare to full-time employees. This is an employee paid benefit.
- Life - Through UnitedHealthcare we offer full-time employees term life insurance to the employees family in case of death. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
- Short and long-term disability -If you become disabled UnitedHealthcare provides both short-term and long-term disability insurance to full-time employees. The cost of this benefit is paid fully by the organization.
- 401 (k) Plan -We offer a 401(k) plan which is a tax-deferred annuity to assist full-time employees in planning for retirement. We match 50% of your contribution up to a total of 3% of your base salary.
- Section 125 Plan (FSA)-Through TASC we allow full-time employees to make contributions toward premiums for medical insurance out-of-pocket medical expenses dependent care expenses and/or transit and parking on a before tax rather than an after tax basis.
- Vacation Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible to accrue vacation days at a rate of 6.67 13.33 days per month based on tenure with the organization.
- Personal Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 3 personal days annually pro-rated in year one.
- Sick Days -Full-time employees in this position are eligible for up to 10 sick days annually pro-rated in year one.
COMPENSATION $50000-$55000/annually
| Required Experience:
IC
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