[Hiring] Volunteer Services Specialist @American Red Cross

Role Description

Joining the American Red Cross is like nothing else – it’s as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network, joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good, you’ll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with an ongoing mission that’s bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you’re cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

• As a Volunteer Services Specialist, you will contribute your expertise and guidance to implement and deliver programs and services that further the engagement and recruitment of volunteers.
• You will supervise volunteers and serve as a subject-matter expert on volunteer programs, tools, processes, and systems.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external organizations to foster strong partnerships.
• Provide guidance, support, and development opportunities to volunteers.
• Responsible for the screenings, referrals, and placement of prospective volunteers to effectively support Regional goals and mission critical activities.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.
• This role is not eligible for relocation.
• This is a term-limited position, expected to last approximately 5-7 months.
• Must be able to work Hawaii–Aleutian Time Zone (HST).
• The ideal candidate is located in HST.
• Some travel is expected.
• The salary range for this position is $60,200/yr-$70,664/yr.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Volunteer Management experience preferred.

Requirements

• Ability to work on a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
• May involve travel.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to make your career a force for good.

Company Description

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.