Position Summary:
The Associate Director of Volunteer Project oversees a team of 5+ that develops and executes meaningful volunteer engagements that support Hands On fundraising goals and meet the needs of area nonprofits, schools and civic organizations. The Associate Director leads coordination with the Directors of Communications and Development to exceed sponsor expectations, partners with the Director of Community Partnerships to lead relief volunteers following disasters, and continually looks for ways to improve Hands On project management processes.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversees day-to-day operations of Hands On’s corporate partnership volunteer projects, including planning timelines, maintaining budgets, and relationship management.
• Provides professional development and day-to-day management to the Volunteer Project Manager(s), Volunteer Materials Coordinator, the Community Project Development Manager, and AmeriCorps member(s).
• Oversees the management of 75+ volunteer projects annually, including scopes of work, site visits, staffing solutions, supply procurement, budgeting, and reporting.
• Stewards relationships with community and corporate partners, providing exceptional customer service while clearly setting expectations.
• Leads volunteers at corporate volunteer projects, community-wide initiatives, special events, and disaster response.
• Works closely with the Disaster team to prepare for disaster responses, train staff, and improve volunteer protocols.
• Looks for opportunities to increase customer satisfaction, volunteer project impact, and internal efficiencies.
• Leads team in managing warehouse of project materials, including an online inventory system.
• Leverages Salesforce to track external communications, develop metrics, and create program reports.
• Provides volunteer leadership for disaster response activities, corporate projects and special events, as needed.
• Collaborates on the creation promotional, social media content, and other story-telling needs.
• Participates in community volunteer efforts to improve understanding of the volunteer experience and community needs.
• Participates in staff team-building and professional development activities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years’ experience coordinating/managing large-scale events or volunteer projects.

Qualifications:

• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills, including presentation/public speaking ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and excel
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work with diverse constituency and relate to individuals and groups in a manner that will inspire respect and confidence
• Desire to continually optimize processes, improve program outcomes and innovate to meet emerging needs.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Ability to withstand stress and handle numerous assignments simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
• Exceptional ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable using power tools (drills, saws, augers, etc.) and driving tow-behind trailers
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle. Staff are reimbursed for work-related mileage.
• Ability to pass National Service Criminal History Check, including state, federal, and sex offender database. Drug screening may be required.

Physical Demands:

Visual acuity, manual dexterity, hearing, driving, standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying 50 pounds continuously. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

Working Conditions:

• Minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Based on campaign schedules, position often requires work beyond traditional hours
• Flexible schedule required during special projects and events
• Work involves frequent interaction with other members of the United Way staff, volunteers, representatives of non-profit agencies and the general public
• Occasional use of personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed)
• The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, and balance.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform repetitive squatting, bending, and twisting motions.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to increase working hours during disaster response.

Disclaimer:
This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or volunteer leadership as required. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. United Way of the Greater Nashville reserves the right to revise or change the description and specifications as the need arises.

United Way of Greater Nashville is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To apply, please visit this site, create an account and submit your application for consideration.

Position Summary:
The Volunteer Projects Materials Coordinator handles procurement, inventory, and maintenance of project supplies and the Hands On vehicles.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Works as part of a team of 5+ to create volunteer engagements for business partners, community-wide initiatives, special events, and disaster response.
• Assist Projects Team in the logistical planning and budgeting of corporate projects.
• Assists Project Team in placing orders and sourcing materials for volunteer engagements.
• Continually seeks to find cost effective purchasing methods including but not limited to finding discounts, bulk ordering, and establishing connections with new vendors.
• Actively works to build relationships with vendors and community partners.
• Oversee all aspects of the tool lending program.
• Receives deliveries and processes materials at the warehouse, including maintaining the inventory system.
• Pulls and organizes supplies and materials for specific projects, including lumber, hand tools, power tools, and any other items needed to complete the project.
• Assists with materials setup/breakdown at volunteer events and leads volunteers.
• Establishes a regular cadence of maintenance for all work vehicles.
• Looks for opportunities to better leverage existing materials, reduce waste, and establish robust recycling processes.
• Lead warehouse cleaning and maintenance activities.
• In times of disaster, supports use of tools and materials in disaster response and recovery efforts.
• Provides volunteer leadership for disaster response activities, corporate projects and special events, as needed.
• Collaborates on the creation promotional, social media content, and other story-telling needs.
• Participates in staff team-building and professional development activities.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in materials and logistics.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills, including presentation/public speaking ability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and excel
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work with diverse constituency and relate to individuals and groups in a manner that will inspire respect and confidence
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Ability to withstand stress and handle numerous assignments simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize work and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
• Comfortable using power tools (drills, saws, augers, etc.) and driving tow-behind trailers and large box truck.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle. Staff are reimbursed for work-related mileage.
• Ability to pass National Service Criminal History Check, including state, federal, and sex offender database. Drug screening may be required.

Physical Demands:

Visual acuity, manual dexterity, hearing, driving, standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying 50 pounds continuously. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

Working Conditions:

• Minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Based on campaign schedules, position often requires work beyond traditional hours.
• Flexible schedule required during special projects and events.
• Work involves frequent interaction with other members of the Hands On staff, volunteers, representatives of non-profit agencies and the general public.
• Occasional use of personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed).
• The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, and balance.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform repetitive squatting, bending, and twisting motions.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to increase working hours during disaster response.

Disclaimer:
This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or volunteer leadership as required. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. United Way of the Greater Nashville reserves the right to revise or change the description and specifications as the need arises.

United Way of Greater Nashville is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To apply, please visit this site, create an account and submit your application for consideration.

Position Summary:
The Corporate Engagement Manager is a key member of Hands On’s Fundraising Team. The manager will work closely with the Associate Director of Corporate Engagement to support the organization’s fundraising efforts, with a concentration on donor prospecting, special events and donor relationships. This position is also responsible for maintaining the donor management system to measure and achieve development goals.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages Hands On’s Corporate Engagement program
• Conducts pitch meetings with companies to partner with Hands On
• Responds within two business days to requests for corporate volunteer events and sponsorships with Hands On; takes the lead on drafting initial communications to Hands On’s donors
• Manages donor cultivation activities, which include identifying prospects and managing leads, cultivating relationships, securing corporate partner contracts, and stewarding donors through thank you notes and impact reports
• Solicits event sponsorships and coordinates the fulfillment of sponsorship benefits for the Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards, Nashville Volunteer Week, and other Hands On fundraising events
• Collaborates with the Workplace Engagement Team to support campaign partners’ volunteer efforts with Hands On
• Leads the organization’s cause marketing strategy to diversify revenue streams
• Maintains excellent records in Salesforce and Andar, including proper tracking of the donor cycle, communications, and gift entry
• Attends Hands On-led corporate volunteer events
• Identifies additional funding opportunities, such as grants, that corporate partners may be interested in to support Hands On

Hands On Team Functions (Marginal):

• Provides volunteer leadership and support for disaster response activities, corporate projects and special events, as needed
• Understands and prepares for unique team role in times of disaster, supports community preparedness efforts, and participates in disaster response activities
• Collaborates on the creation of promotional and storytelling content
• Participates in staff team-building and professional development activities

Education:

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Qualifications:

• Education or experience in nonprofit management, community engagement, event management and/or relationship-driven fundraising or sales
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with exceptional customer service sense
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and takes initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn new software quickly
• Knowledge of Salesforce and/or Andar (or other donor-management software) is a plus
• Has a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation for both regular work hours and special events
• Ability to work some evenings/weekends. Some overnight travel may be required.
• Ability to pass National Service Criminal History Check, including state, federal, and sex offender databases

Physical Demands:
Visual acuity, manual dexterity, hearing, driving, standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

Working Conditions:

• Minimum of 37.5 hours per week. Based on volunteer project and event schedules, position often requires work beyond traditional hours
• Flexible schedule required during special projects and events
• Work involves frequent interaction with other members of the United Way staff, volunteers, representatives of non-profit agencies and the general public
• Occasional use of personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed)
• The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, and balance.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items and work with the fingers and perform repetitive hand/wrist motions.
• Well-lighted, heated, and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.

Disclaimer:
This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or volunteer leadership as required. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. United Way of the Greater Nashville reserves the right to revise or change the description and specifications as the need arises.

United Way of Greater Nashville is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To apply, please visit this site, create an account and submit your application for consideration.