Community Engagement Coordinator

Description

• Plan and execute home dedications.
• Perform all volunteer management functions for the affiliate and the ReStore, with a particular emphasis on recruitment and retention.
• Develop and implement effective volunteer recruitment, training, retention, and recognition policies and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of volunteer-related supplies and devices.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all affiliate and ReStore volunteers and sweat equity participants, including weekly newsletters for key construction volunteers and emergency communications for schedule changes.
• Ensure all volunteer opportunities are fully staffed and conducted in compliance with affiliate policies and state and federal occupational health and safety guidelines (OSHA).
• Schedule and record participation in sweat equity for approved applicants in the homeownership program.
• Collaborate with social media team to provide guidance on community related content and assist with implementation of affiliate communications and digital media.
• Serve as system administrator for Giveffect volunteer and email marketing modules, understanding the platform and troubleshooting for staff and volunteers.
• Collaborate with affiliate and ReStore staff to identify opportunities for volunteer participation to increase affiliate capacity, developing written volunteer position or assignment descriptions as needed.
• Recruit and train a team of community outreach volunteers focused on affordable housing advocacy and representing Habitat in the community (Ambassador Program).
• Manage a community service program to serve the ReStore.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with corporate and community organizations, nonprofits, local businesses, schools, and civic and faith groups, expanding the affiliate’s volunteer base and developing projects and programs to provide relevant and meaningful volunteer opportunities beyond the build site.
• Execute deliverables outlined in the Letter of Intent or Affiliate Funding Agreement for each sponsor volunteer group, ensuring consistent and high-quality experiences through logistics, signage, meals, supplies, on-site coordination, and social media.

Requirements

• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Demonstrated experience managing a large volume of volunteers
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Experience with nonprofit CRMs and volunteer management platforms
• A second language is highly desirable, with preferred language being Spanish
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• FLSA Classification: Full-time; Exempt
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, and digital content creation
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work on active construction sites, outdoors, and in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle for reliable transportation in Cobb, Douglas, and Paulding counties.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Human Resources, Public Administration, Human Services, or Communications

Benefits

• Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance