Volunteer Coordinator-Seattle, WA

Position Purpose:

Annually over 800 people volunteer to assist with Cascade events and programs. The Volunteer Coordinator helps fill Cascade’s volunteer needs, acts as the main point of contact for volunteers, and leads appreciation events to thank all of the fantastic volunteers.

The Volunteer Coordinator is a member of the Membership and Outreach team but will work closely with the Events team and other staff members as needs arise.

Key Responsibilities:

The volunteer coordinator is responsible for managing the volunteer program including volunteer recruitment, conducting volunteer orientations, placing volunteers in appropriate positions, maintaining a volunteer database, and training and supporting staff members who coordinate volunteers.

Cascade has a number of large events throughout the year that requires coordination of hundreds of volunteers. Due to the demand, the volunteer coordinator is required to be onsite for nearly all Cascade events. Additionally, the volunteer coordinator is responsible for coordinating with the communications team to recruit volunteers through Cascade Bicycle Club’s regular communication channels, external postings and outreach events.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Experience managing volunteers

• Ability and willingness to work frequent early mornings, evenings, and weekends at our events with commensurate time-off during the week.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent customer service skills; able to interface well with public and work effectively with multiple stakeholders on numerous projects.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Flexible, hard-working, self-starter. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. Must meet deadlines, be attentive to detail, and have the ability to manage multiple projects.

• Experience working and/or producing events.

• WA State Driver’s License.

• Keen interest in cycling a plus!

Employment Specifics:

• Full-time, salaried position with frequent evening and weekend work required.

• Reports to and is supervised by Membership and Outreach Director.

• Annual performance reviews

• Monetary compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience; benefits package.

The Organization:

Founded in 1970, Cascade Bicycle Club (Cascade) is a 15,000+ member nonprofit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to creating better communities through bicycling. Cascade is a local and regional leader in producing world-class cycling events and rides, educating youth and adult cyclists, advocating for bicycle policy and infrastructure and promoting bicycle commuting. Cascade produces 13 major bicycle events and offers 2,000 free daily recreational rides annually. Cascade’s sphere of influence includes health and fitness, youth development, environmental sustainability and livable communities. Cascade is directed by an elected, volunteer board and operates with 37 paid staff and hundreds of volunteers.

Cascade Bicycle Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, persons of color, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment at Cascade is of an at-will.

Please send a resume and cover letter stating why you should be considered for the position to:[email protected]

Subject line: Volunteer Coordinator

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

No phone calls please.