Volunteer Center Coordinator

Who We Are

At the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, our mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone--of every race, gender, sexuality, age and income--deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to food security which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to remain on the front lines, along with our community-based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you thrive on building connections and bringing people together for a common cause? Join us as a Volunteer Center Coordinator and become the driving energy behind our volunteer engagement initiatives!

As a Volunteer Center Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our mission to create positive change through the power of volunteerism. You'll be accountable for training and mobilizing volunteers to support a wide range of programs and projects. From coordinating volunteer orientations to recognizing and celebrating our volunteers' contributions, you'll ensure that every volunteer has a meaningful and rewarding experience.

But that's not all - you'll also be building relationships with community partners, schools, businesses and other organizations to expand our volunteer network and amplify our impact. Your creativity, enthusiasm and dedication will inspire others to join us in making a difference and leave a lasting legacy in our community.

If you're ready to unleash your passion for volunteerism and drive a movement of change-makers, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a brighter future, one volunteer at a time.

A Day in the Life

Representing the Regional Food Bank:

• Represent the Regional Food Bank professionally and courteously to volunteers.
• Foster relationships with volunteers to help the mission.

Creating a Safe Environment:

• Ensure cleanliness in volunteer work areas (break rooms and repack rooms).
• Prepare and stock necessary supplies for volunteer activities.

Coordinating Volunteer Activities:

• Set up daily volunteer activities with all required materials ready.
• Train and supervise volunteer groups during their work.

Maintaining Records and Feedback:

• Keep accurate records and activity reports on product worked and volunteer participation.
• Provide feedback from volunteer activities to Volunteer Center leadership.

Demonstrating Enthusiasm and Communication:

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the Regional Food Bank's mission.
• Inform volunteers about other opportunities to help the Regional Food Bank (volunteering at program sites, advocating for policies that help alleviate poverty, donating food and funds).

Facilitating Volunteer Experience:

• Greet volunteer groups.
• Clean and prepare workstations and break rooms for the next volunteer group.

Promoting Innovation and Partnership:

• Maintain positive working relationships with all Regional Food Bank departments.
• Assist in designing specific tasks for volunteers to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Participate in process improvement teams and recommend innovative solutions.

Food Safety and Compliance:

• Adhere to food safety standards, including AIB best practices.

Synergy and Flexibility:

• Must be able to work in a team-based environment.

Learning and Proficiency:

• Willingness to learn and assist volunteers with GivePulse.
• Mastery of Volunteer Center talking points.
• Proficiency in software and technology used by the Volunteer Center.

Training and Public Speaking:

• Proficiency in setting up and training for all volunteer projects.
• Willingness to take part in public speaking training related to discussing the Regional Food Bank's mission with volunteers.
• Train in one of three core competencies: Inventory, Food Safety, Protein Packaging Center or Internal Special Events.

Required Qualifications

How you have spent your time:

• Obtaining a high school diploma or GED.

Other Qualifications:

• Clearance of background investigation and drug screen.
• Pass physical examination.
• A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

How you have spent your time:

• Volunteering or working with volunteers.

Your Environment

Some exposure to extreme weather changes and humidity/moisture relative to atmospheric condition variations. Includes exposure to extreme summer and winter temperatures, as well as rain, sleet and snow. Possible exposure to dust, chemicals, gases, fumes, smoke, excessive noise and/or vibrations. Work generally performed in an industrial environment (indoor or outdoor) with various hazards and noise exposure. Travel may be required for assignments, meetings, and training. The job also requires availability for rotating on-call schedule, occasional unscheduled callouts and extended workdays and/or workweeks.


Physical Demands

The company will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Utilize multi-limb coordination and flexibility combined with control precision to perform fine motor skills including finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, arm-hand steadiness, in order to push, pull or lift objects. Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work involves climbing to heights of or above six feet. Utilizes multi-limb coordination to balance on even or uneven surfaces, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand and walk, reach over shoulders or below the knees. Auditory attention and hearing sensitivity is required, as candidates must possess the ability to distinguish various sounds that serve as key maintenance indicators. Must employ the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the company's Environmental, Health and Safety policies.


We'll Take Care of You

The Regional Food Bank offers a combination of competitive benefit plans and work-life assistance:
- 100% paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and basic life insurance.
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(K) retirement plan
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible spending accounts
- Holiday savings program
- Paid time off (based on years of service) and 11 paid holidays plus three floating holidays.
- Wellness events

Benefits will vary depending on the type of position and are subject to change at the discretion of the Regional Food Bank.


EEO Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.