Position Description
Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.
Job Title: Volunteer Engagement Manager
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Community Engagement & Services
Full or Part-time: Part-Time
Team: Center for Men - Bloomington
Position Summary:
The Volunteer Engagement Manager oversees volunteer involvement at Wheeler Mission-Bloomington by recruiting, scheduling, selecting, screening, building relationships, and communicating with volunteers, staff, and donors. This position collaborates with staff to ensure volunteers are properly equipped and integrated into their onsite positions. This position provides support to advance Wheeler Mission-Bloomington’s strategic priorities and strengthen the effectiveness of ministry operations
This is a part-time, 24-hour per week position. Occasional evening or weekend is required as job duties demand. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule and some holidays and weekends.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Brief description of duties in order of priority
Key Area: Volunteer Engagement Management
- Recruits, selects, and schedules individual and group volunteers for Wheeler Mission-Bloomington.
- Manages High Impact volunteer program, including recruitment, selection, equipping, development, and leadership.
- Oversees volunteer-driven Medical, Dental, & Legal Clinics.
- Collaborates with Team members to ensure proper communication and placement of volunteers.
- Builds relationships with regular volunteers, aiming for retention and commitment to Wheeler Mission.
- Greets and orients volunteers, especially at their first service date.
Key Area: Collaboration and Communication
- Collaborates with WM staff, Directors, and Volunteer Supervisors for volunteer development and placement.
- Maintains open communication with staff to determine needs, create position descriptions, integrate volunteer volunteers, and resolve/prevent issues.
- Represents Wheeler Mission to prospective community groups through speaking engagements, volunteer fairs, tours, and interviews.
- Works on transitioning episodic volunteers into regular volunteers and financial donors.
- Attends Development and other necessary staff meetings & trainings.
- Assists in organizing Volunteer Appreciation and leads volunteers in other ministry special events.
- Assists the Director with special projects and administrative responsibilities that strengthen strategic priorities at Wheeler Mission—Bloomington.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position has no direct staff supervisory responsibilities but will oversee all volunteer activities at Wheeler Mission-Bloomington.
Competencies Required
Unique for this job
Unique for this job
For managers of people
Adaptability
Relationship Building
Community Engagement
Collaboration
Emotional Intelligence
Listening
Compassion
Detail Oriented
Timeliness
Conflict Resolution
Communicates Effectively
Dependability
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, People and/or Project Management or a combination of education, training, and/or experience
- Exceptional communication skills.
Technical/Software Knowledge:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Mission Alignment:
- Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible
- Follows the Four Pillars of grace-based, trauma informed, strengths focused and Christ centered environment.
- Adherence to WM Employee Policies
- Alignment with WM Core Values:
- Christ-Centered Purpose
- Faithful Stewardship
- Excellence
- Grace and Truth
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
To perform the essential job functions of this position, a candidate must be capable of performing many physical functions including:
- Work in an office setting but will have regular opportunities for tours, speaking engagements, off-site meetings, and special events.
- The occasional need to set up and facilitate work projects, give tours using the stairwell, lifting boxes, tables, chairs, and other items up to 20 pounds.
Other Requirements for Employment
- Must possess a valid state issued driver’s license and have a driving record without major moving violations, including convictions for DUI, Reckless Driving, or Driving While Suspended. Must be insurable according to standards established by Wheeler Mission’s risk management insurance agency.
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Confidentiality Policy
- Post-offer acceptable background check required for all positions
- All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol and illegal drug use. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test. This drug and/or alcohol testing may occur any time after the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment.
Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to describe this position accurately and thoroughly, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice. This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.