Volunteer Coordinator

Literacy Achieves

Volunteer Coordinator

Dallas, TX
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Flexible schedule

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Volunteer Coordinator

    Job Summary

    Literacy Achieves is seeking a dynamic and experienced Volunteer Coordinator to lead our volunteer recruitment and training efforts as the organization approaches 30 years of service in the Dallas community.

    The ideal candidate will use their community engagement and adult learning skills to attract, recruit, and train the volunteers that power Literacy Achieves' Adult ESL classes. Volunteers are vital to Literacy Achieves - which means your position is as well!

    We will count on you to lead the organization in recruiting volunteers, matching them to classes, coordinating their training with help from program managers, and providing ongoing support and learning opportunities. The ideal candidate is energized by meeting new people, attending community events, and organizing adult learning experiences. They are confident working with technology and approach their work with a spirit of continuous improvement.

    Responsibilities

    Engage with community, colleges, faith partners, businesses, and the Literacy Achieves board of directors to attract and obtain new volunteers to serve adult programs and to have enough volunteers each semester.

    Manage communication with all prospective and current volunteers

    Manage the volunteer experience, from first inquiry, to placement, then stewardship, and beyond

    Manage volunteer scheduling to ensure adequate coverage

    Maintain excellent records of key volunteer data

    Qualifications

    Demonstrated commitment to mission and core values of changing lives through literacy

    Positive, enthusiastic personality

    Effective problem-solving skills

    Strong written and oral communication skills

    Organized and able to manage priorities effectively

    Demonstrated ability to provide patience and respect within culturally diverse settings

    High standards of performance, quality, credibility, and integrity

    Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint