Senior Event & Volunteer Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package

Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and match on employee contributions there after

Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status)

HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status)

Dental Insurance (FT status)

Flexible Spending Account (FT status)

Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance Program

And Much More!

8am-4pm Monday-Friday. May be called upon to work beyond the normal work day

$23.50 - $31.00/per hour depending on experience

The Senior Event & Volunteer Coordinator works with the Special Events Manager and Foundation leadership in implementing a comprehensive special events program while also serving as lead in recruiting and managing a team of volunteers for special event needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary point of contact for special event volunteers, providing clear, timely, and consistent communication before, during, and after each event, including role assignments, shift details, updates, and thank-yous.

Recruit, engage, and steward the special event volunteer team, building lasting relationships that keep volunteers informed, motivated, and connected to our mission.

Develop and manage volunteer communication channels and materials, such as email updates, sign-up tools, event-day instructions, and follow-up messages.

Partner with the Director of Development and the Volunteer Services Manager to identify ways to deepen volunteer engagement while cultivating and stewarding donors within the volunteer community.

Play a vital planning role for four major events: Bouquet Sale, Memorial Walk, Harvest Fest, and Light-A-Life.

Follow event work plans and support on-site production and logistics for each major event.

Oversee event software and online platforms as needed, including One Cause online auction and website creation, event fundraising platforms, and similar tools.

Assist in managing the Hospice Helpers program, including strategies to recruit, retain, and recognize third-party fundraisers.

Support relationships with event committees and vendors as needed.

Maintain accurate records in Raiser's Edge, documenting interactions and activity for donors (corporate and individual) and volunteers.

 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Minimum of two years volunteer engagement and event experience

Experience with fundraising database software, preferably Black Baud NXT.

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