Volunteer & Engagement Specialist

Description

Clarkston Independence District Library seeks an enthusiastic and organized individual to join a positive, team-oriented work environment to assist with volunteer recruitment, engagement, and outreach.

 Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Volunteer Recruitment and Retention: Facilitate volunteer orientations, training, tracking, and acknowledgments.

· Collaboration: Works with staff and community members to mobilize volunteers to support internal and external programs and events. 

· Communication: Effectively and regularly communicate with volunteers. Develops recruitment, onboarding and informational documents as assigned. Serves as the first point of contact for new and existing volunteers. 

· Outreach: Represents the library at community events and programs. Seeks opportunities to advance the mission of the library.

· Events: Helps lead community wide events in collaboration with the Marketing department (Trunk-or-Treat, 4th of July Parade, Art in the Village, etc.) 

· Knowledgeable of volunteer management systems (ex: DonorView) 

· Ensure that the library is always visible in the community 

· Create and foster collaborations with library partners 

· Utilize the Library’s collaborative relationships and partnerships to assist in recruiting and placing volunteers 

· Collaborate with the Friends of the Library to assist in the recruitment of volunteers

· Assist with Marketing departmental needs (flyers, social media, etc.) 

Requirements

 · High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred 

· Demonstrated work ethic, with confidence, initiative, and enthusiasm

· Demonstrated skill in techniques for outreach and engagement, including use of social media

· Must be familiar with Canva

· Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and communication skills

· Experience and knowledge with volunteer-led organizations and recruitment 

· Creative approach to problem-solving and industry trends

· Enthusiastic ability to work collaboratively

· Flexibility in scheduling, including the ability to work evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays

Applications accepted through August 16th