Volunteer Coordinator
Athabasca Tribal Council
Athabasca Tribal Council (ATC) serves five First Nations communities by providing innovative programs and services that enrich the well-being, health, and prosperity of children and families. ATC is committed to ensuring the protection of Indigenous rights, Treaty Rights, and Traditional Territories. In collaboration with our various departments and five Nations, we provide multi-service delivery to support a thriving, healthy, and self-reliant future for Cree and Dene people.
Job Summary
Athabasca Tribal Council (ATC) is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator. Reporting to the Events Supervisor, the Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination of volunteers for Cultural Festival. A key component of this position is the promotion of volunteering opportunities to the public and maintaining a positive image of the organization within the community.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment, screening, selection, training, scheduling, motivation, and supervision of volunteers.
Promote and coordinate opportunities of volunteering to the public and external organizations.
Update volunteer database, volunteer job descriptions, and volunteer manual as required.
Update and conduct training and orientate programs for volunteers.
Promote the involvement of volunteers among ATC staff.
Respond to inquiries and requests regarding volunteerism.
Communicate important information and updates with volunteers to ensure a positive experience for both volunteers and the organization.
Create and manage schedule for volunteers to ensure that the site is well resourced for each day.
Supervise volunteers - ensure they are at their stations on time and have the resources needed to fulfill their duties, and other supervisory duties such as:
Check-in with them throughout the day.
Ensure they take their breaks.
Help troubleshoot if they need help.
Adjust schedules in the event of no-shows, illness, etc.
Be familiar with the site map.
Coordinate the distribution of volunteer apparel and lanyards to volunteers.
Ensure each volunteer knows the Emergency Response Procedure.
Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Post-secondary degree in a related field is preferred.
A minimum of 2 year’s experience in a similar role. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Strong interpersonal skills and have ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
Strong written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently.
Must have intermediate experience in MS office programs.
Knowledge of local Indigenous cultures, ceremonies, and traditions.
Ability to communicate in a friendly and informative manner with people from a wide variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds and lifestyles.
Ability to supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Attend and participate in weekly meetings.
Understanding which roles are most critical and being capable of adjusting to changing conditions.
REQUIREMENTS
Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector check
Child Intervention Record Check
Class 5 Driver’s License and Drivers Abstract
Provide after-hours and/or on call as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate: Fort McMurray, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education: Secondary School (required)
Experience: Coordinating: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification: Class 5 Licence (preferred)