American Red Cross
Charleston, WV, USA
Jun 15, 2018
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Job Description: As an employee at the American Red Cross, you could be on the front lines making a positive impact on our community. You could provide your services directly to the American public or support to the people who do. Both roles help further the mission of the Red Cross. Join our non-profit organization, where your heart and mind go to work! The American Red Cross West Virginia Region is seeking a Volunteer Recruitment Specialist. This position will be based in our Charleston, WV Chapter. This is a full time, hourly paid (non-exempt) position and a valid driver’s license is required! PREFERRED SKILLS: Experience recruiting volunteers is highly desired!! JOB SUMMARY: The Recruitment Specialist is responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of broad based recruitment strategies to attract and identify Red Cross volunteers to effectively support Regional goals and mission critical activities. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. At the direction of the local leadership (Regional Volunteer Services Officer or Senior Recruitment Specialist): Utilize comprehensive recruitment strategies to meet assigned volunteer recruitment metrics identified through the Volunteer Needs Assessment. Emphasis placed on geography, skill sets, availability and leadership experience. 2. Conduct face to face general and targeted recruiting activities to obtain volunteer applicants tracked to referral and approval. 3. Support the development and ongoing refinement of the Regional Volunteer Recruitment Plan to include both in-person and digital strategies. 4. Assist in identifying, cultivating, and maintaining relationships with key volunteer recruitment agencies/organizations, market segments, and populations to create a robust network and strong candidate pipeline for future needs. 5. Partner with assigned staff to strengthen existing relationships, and identify and evaluate prospective volunteer recruitment sources and partnerships within the Region. 6. Assist in evaluating and modifying recruitment strategies based on lessons learned. 7. Assist with maintaining accurate records of all potential and actual volunteer leads through the appropriate volunteer tracking tool. 8. Produce monthly volunteer activity status reports as directed. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent combination of related education and experience required. Experience: Minimum three to five years related experience required. Management Experience: N/A ------------------------- SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Strong training and presentation skills. • Interpersonal skills and the ability to relate effectively to people of diverse backgrounds and education levels. • Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred. • Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple and continuously evolving priorities effectively are required. • Recruiting experience OR the ability to effectively communicate and represent Red Cross mission and activities in a positive and realistic manner is preferred. • Other Skills: Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. -------------------------- COMPETENCIES: • Team player • Accountability • Communication (written & oral) • Presentation skills • Building Effective Relationships • Persuasion • Confident ------------------------- Travel: May involve travel. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Essential Functions/Physical Requirements: Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you've been waiting for, please apply at: https://americanredcross.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/American_Red_Cross_Careers Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employee’s professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights