Benefits:
Annual 401k Contributions
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
Connecting Weld Coordinator Job Description
United Way of Weld County
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
United Way of Weld County builds powerful partnerships to bring about lasting community-wide change. With the support of United Way donors, volunteers and partners, together we are building a better Weld County, one where every household has the opportunity to succeed.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBLITIES
The Connecting Weld Coordinator oversees and facilitates United Way of Weld County (UWWC) efforts to connect our more vulnerable neighbors to resources, including those of nonprofit organization and governmental partners. Primary areas of responsibility include:
Serve as lead staff for UWWC participation in 211 Colorado, which is a statewide information and referral resource available by phone and at www.211Colorado.org. UWWC oversees 211 Colorado in Weld County and seven other northeast Colorado counties. The coordinator leads community outreach efforts, works with resource agencies to be sure they are portrayed accurately in the database, represents 211 in the community, and is the liaison between UWWC and Mile High United Way 211, which is the contact center for northeast Colorado client inquiries.
Leads UWWC internal disaster preparedness activities and participates in community-wide, county-wide, and statewide trainings and preparations, primarily as a 211 Colorado representative.
Coordinates Weld Project Connect, which is a one-day event held in October of each year that connects community members to over 70 resources. The coordinator facilitates a council of volunteers and staff to prepare for and to put on the event.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
211 Colorado
Along with 211 at Mile High United Way, oversees daily operations.
Serve as a key community link between United Way of Weld County and partner agencies.
Assist occasional high-needs clients by understanding their case and offering ideas for assistance.
Obtain, update, and track community resources for the 211 Colorado database.
Review provided monthly reports and react to findings.
Expand personal knowledge of health and human services throughout the region, including visiting listed agencies.
Work with annual promotions of Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP).
Actively participate on organizational and local work groups, projects, and committees.
Disaster Preparedness and Response
Lead UWWC staff for disaster preparedness.
Assist partner organizations in disaster response preparations.
Attend Weld County and regional disaster preparedness meetings.
Develop and maintain United Way of Weld County Emergency Plan.
Hold bi-annual orientation for UWWC staff and applicable volunteers on disaster preparedness; UWWC staff must attend one of these at least annually.
Advocate for UWWC/211 serving as a vital resource in times of disaster.
Station at the Emergency Operations Center (municipality or county) during first hours of disaster response.
Weld Project Connect
Follow and improve upon existing event preparation and operations plans.
Assure continuity, consistency, and communication amongst volunteer and staff leadership in achieving goals, action plans, timeline expectations, and budget.
Assist with volunteer recruitment for steering council and committees.
Provide staff support to steering council and committees, including: meeting arrangements, meeting reminders, meeting agendas and documents, meeting notes, rosters, and communications.
Assure strategies and action plans are progressing throughout planning.
Assist with resource development and financial accountability.
Assure volunteers, community partners, financial, and in-kind contributors are recognized.
Arrange for potential visits to other Project Connect events in the area for shared knowledge, planning, and implementation.
Help provide leadership support and overall management on day of event.
Troubleshoot as needed.
United Way of Weld County General
Support and promote the mission, values, goals and objectives of United Way, including representing United Way in professional organizations and the community (as assigned).
Support fundraising efforts of United Way and activities that support United Way.
Support United Way annual events, disaster response, and other activities as assigned.
Participate in staff meetings and in service opportunities.
Contribute to organizational promotions including writing promotional copy, proofreading informational and campaign materials, participation in outreach, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
UNITED WAY WORLDWIDE CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF
Mission-Focused: Catalyze others’ commitment to mission to create real social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities. This drives their performance and professional motivations.
Relationship-Oriented: Understands that people come before process and is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a common goal.
Collaborator: Understands the roles and contributions of all sectors of the community and can mobilize resources (financial and human) through meaningful engagement.
Results-Driven: Dedicated to shared and measurable goals for the common good; creating, resourcing, scaling, and leveraging strategies and innovations for broad investment and impact.
Brand Steward: Steward of the brand and understands his/her role in growing and protecting the reputation and results of the greater network.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
Project and event management.
Ability to communicate with diverse populations including nonprofit and governmental agencies, technical support personnel, community leaders, and volunteers. Includes group presentations, training, and one-on-one conversations.
Ability to multi-task with changing priorities and ensuring follow-through.
Volunteer management.
Computer skills, understanding of software system and database management, experience with Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel by car for extended periods of time.
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in related areas.
Experience in community building, collaborations, and coalitions including diverse partners (nonprofit, government, education, etc.).
POSITION STATUS
Full-time (40 hours), non-exempt
Pay Range (H4) $18.03-$20.30 per hour.
Plus $.48 per hour Spanish speaking differential, if applicable
Supervisory duties: n/a
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Eligible for remote work: hybrid after 90 days of employment with supervisors’ approval
Background check required
BENEFITS
Insurance options include voluntary medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance, as well as automatic life insurance, and an available FSA plan.
The leave plan includes vacation, sick, parental leave, short-term disability, and several paid holidays.
The retirement plan is open to all employees after one year, and the employer contribution is determined by the Board of Directors.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT
United Way of Weld County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts its recruitment and hiring based solely upon job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please apply on United Way of Weld County’s website at https://www.unitedway-weld.org/careers. Applications should include a resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. All questions should be directed to Lyle SmithGraybeal, Chief Operating Officer, at lyle@unitedway-weld.org. No phone calls please.
Flexible work from home options available.