Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups

Role: Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups

Reports to: Assistant Director of Development

Program: 7000- Development

Department: Development

Location: Arlington Administration - 2116 Arlington Ave., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90018

Setting: 100% Onsite

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Status: Full-time/Exempt/Management

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.

Openings: 1

Job Description Summary:

The Corporate and Community Relations Coordinator, Volunteers is a highly visible, relationship-driven role within The People Concern's Development team. This position serves as a key ambassador for the organization, connecting volunteers, corporate partners, and community members to our mission through meaningful, hands-on engagement.

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting volunteers across programs and sites, while also playing an active role in community outreach, fundraising efforts, and major events. This is an in-person, externally facing role that requires regular presence in the office and at program sites, as well as participation in community events throughout Los Angeles.

Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary external point of contact for individual, group, and corporate volunteers.
• Recruit, onboard, and steward volunteers in alignment with organizational needs and community partnerships.
• Coordinate volunteer placements across program sites in collaboration with internal staff.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with volunteers, staff, and external partners.
• Attend and support volunteer activities on-site, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Represent the organization at community events, volunteer fairs, and partner activations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteers, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Support Development-led fundraising efforts by engaging volunteers in events, campaigns, and stewardship opportunities.
• Assist with major fundraising and community events, including planning, on-site execution, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with Corporate & Community Relations staff to support employee volunteer days and corporate activations.
• Manage volunteer onboarding processes, including orientations and compliance requirements.
• Track volunteer participation, hours, and engagement data using internal systems and reporting tools.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to volunteer engagement.
• Support volunteer recognition, appreciation, and retention efforts.
• Work cross-functionally with Program, Safety, HR, and Communications teams to ensure a positive and compliant volunteer experience.
• Assist with special projects and other Development initiatives as assigned.

Job Description Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement, nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field
• Passion for community engagement, volunteerism, and mission-driven work
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Comfort representing an organization externally at community events and partner engagements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, people-facing environment
• Willingness and ability to work in the office and travel regularly to program sites and community locations

Job Description Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Comfortable with public speaking and representing an organization externally
• Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams
• Experience with volunteer coordination, community engagement, fundraising, or nonprofit development preferred
• Comfortable working evenings or weekends occasionally for events and activations
• Proficiency with CRM or volunteer management systems a plus

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