ReStore Volunteer Coordinator

Green Mountain Habitat For Humanity

The Role

Overview

Manage and engage volunteers across three ReStores, handling scheduling, outreach and recognition.

Key Responsibilities

  • volunteer scheduling
  • task coordination
  • database management
  • outreach planning
  • recognition events
  • volunteer supervision

Tasks

-Assist in providing volunteer-related content for newsletters and other outreach channels. -Assist the Volunteer Manager in refilling snacks and refreshments on all volunteer sites -Schedule, greet and assign tasks to community groups volunteering at the ReStores. -Lead and guide current volunteers and groups in the ReStores in coordination with ReStore Managers. -Attend occasional tabling events and volunteer fairs. -Expand recognition opportunities in the ReStores through appreciation events, volunteers of the month and through giveaways and Habitat branded items. -Schedule at least one full day at each ReStore per week, to be coordinated with ReStore Managers. -Supervises and coordinates tasks for volunteers at all three ReStores. -Planning, development, and execution of outreach to recruit individuals and groups for the ReStore. -Build relationships with current community partners, local organizations and volunteers to expand the overall volunteer base. -Assist with managing volunteer database, verify hours, and the clock in/out kiosks -Answer and address ReStore volunteer questions or concerns in coordination with ReStore Managers. -Schedule and organize regular volunteer meetings for the Green Mountain ReStores. -Expand engagement opportunities beyond normal volunteer retention conversations with ReStore Volunteers, i.e. greeting new volunteers, surveys, events and special programs.

Requirements

  • microsoft suite
  • database
  • 1+ year
  • organizational
  • interpersonal
  • volunteer mgmt

What You Bring

-Willingness to interact and engage with volunteers, staff, and customers of all backgrounds on a daily basis. -Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. -1+ years of relevant experience working with, coordinating, or managing volunteers, or equivalent education and experience. Willing to train candidates who demonstrate potential! -Ability to lift up to 25 lbs with help. -Computer literacy and fluency in the Microsoft Suite. Database experience is a plus. -Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse people and personalities. -Knowledge of and willingness to promote the mission of Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity.

The Company

About Green Mountain Habitat For Humanity

-Funds projects through local donations, grants, and three Habitat ReStores in Williston, Milton, and Swanton. -Completes around 10 homes a year, with homebuyers investing sweat equity (typically 200–400 hours) building alongside volunteers. -Notable projects include Vermont’s first certified passive house and multi-unit builds like Harvest Crossing. -ReStores divert over 3 million pounds of materials from landfills annually, boosting sustainability. -Upcoming developments include duplexes and subdivisions in Hinesburg, South Burlington, Underhill, and Winooski.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Affordable Housing

Community Development

Homebuilding

Volunteer Engagement

ReStore Operations

Financial Partnership Programs

Sweat Equity Housing Programs