Hybrid

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This opportunity is well suited for someone who values community service, takes initiative, and is interested in contributing to the long-term development of a grassroots nonprofit organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Volunteer Recruitment: Coordinate outreach, applications, and onboarding for new volunteers across Foundation programs and initiatives.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Maintain volunteer availability, assignments, and schedules for ongoing programming and community events.
• Volunteer Engagement: Help establish consistent communication and opportunities for continued involvement.
• Records & Documentation: Organize volunteer information, service hours, and participation records.
• Orientation & Preparation: Assist with developing volunteer orientation materials, role expectations, and onboarding procedures.
• Program Support: Work with Foundation leadership to identify volunteer needs and coordinate appropriate assignments.
• Volunteer Recognition: Support efforts to acknowledge contributions and strengthen volunteer retention.
• Organizational Development: Contribute to the development of volunteer management practices that support accountability, consistency, and future growth.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating people, projects, events, or volunteer activities.
• Ability to manage schedules, maintain records, and follow through on commitments.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, or comparable organizational tools.
• Professionalism, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with Foundation leadership.
• Interest in nonprofit administration, volunteer management, or community development.

Previous nonprofit experience is welcomed but not required. We value transferable skills, initiative, and a willingness to contribute to the development of meaningful work.

Time Commitment & Location

This is an ongoing, unpaid volunteer opportunity requiring approximately 4–6 hours per week.

The position offers a hybrid arrangement, with administrative responsibilities completed remotely and periodic in-person participation at the Opportunity Café within Durfee Innovation Society in Detroit.

Scheduling will be coordinated according to organizational priorities and volunteer availability.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience in nonprofit volunteer management and organizational development.
• Opportunities to contribute to the establishment of volunteer engagement systems and procedures.
• Experience coordinating community programming, service initiatives, and volunteer operations.
• Opportunities to strengthen leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Collaboration with Foundation leadership and community partners.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continued development of a Detroit-based grassroots nonprofit.

Leadership & Support

The Volunteer Coordinator will collaborate with Foundation leadership to support volunteer engagement, program coordination, and the continued development of our organizational operations.

The position will collaborate with other Foundation leaders to ensure volunteer engagement remains aligned with program needs and organizational priorities.

How to Apply

Interested individuals are invited to apply through Idealist with a brief introduction describing their relevant experience, interest in volunteer coordination, and general availability.

Experience in administration, scheduling, event coordination, team management, or community service is welcomed.

Selected applicants will be contacted to discuss the position, expectations, and next steps.

Make Your Move.

Our movement began with people willing to show up. The foundation we're building today will help create opportunities for those who come next.

We welcome individuals who recognize the value of contributing their time, experience, and talents to work that extends beyond themselves.

There's more work to be done, and there's room for you to be part of it.

RUN. SWEAT. SERVE.

Learn more at citysweatclub.org.