CJSW 90.9 FM, the University of Calgary Student Radio Society, is hiring for the position of Volunteer Coordinator.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, a natural team-builder and a dedicated organizer. The successful candidate for this role will possess an interest in recruiting and empowering CJSW’s diverse and ever-changing volunteer membership to thrive in a truly unique environment. This position also requires strong multi-tasking and administrative skills, excellent communication, both verbal and written, patience and a good sense of humour. 

The Volunteer Coordinator position will start as soon as possible and is contracted for a period of one year with the potential of extension. This position is based on a 37.5 hour work week that generally follows a Wedenesday-Sunday schedule. The successful candidate will have the flexibility to work evenings and weekends on occasion. The Volunteer Coordinator reports to the Station Manager. 

Duties Include:

• Working with other CJSW staff to engage, manage and lead 250+ volunteers of varying backgrounds, engagement and experience levels.
• Working with staff and senior volunteers to develop volunteer recruitment, intake and training systems. 
• Performing daily reception tasks such as answering phones, greeting visitors, giving tours of the station, and processing Funding Drive pledges.
• Developing talent and dedication within the volunteer base, with a particular focus on recruiting volunteers among current undergraduate students at the University of Calgary.
• Working with all CJSW staff to foster rewarding volunteer opportunities.
• Collaborating with all departments on how to effectively engage with CJSW’s volunteer Executive.
• Engaging with staff and volunteers to effectively utilize CJSW’s volunteer management software, Better Impact.
• Working with all departments to utilize volunteers to help plan, prepare and execute events, such as CJSW’s annual Halloween Party, McHugh House events, and other special activations as they arise. 
• Preparing reports on volunteer activity, engagement and recognition.
• Understanding and fostering the ever changing culture of CJSW.
• Acting as the front-line representative of the organization to volunteers and guests.
• Fostering a safe work environment by implementing safety recommendations as CJSW’s designated Occupational Health and Safety Representative.
• Other duties as required.

The ideal candidate is:

• Someone who is comfortable working as a mentor and manager of people.
• Big-hearted, open-minded and passionate.
• Organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once. 
• A strong listener, with skills in conflict resolution.
• A natural self-starter with an interest in learning and teaching.
• Enjoys developing and implementing new ideas.
• Interested in community-building, underground culture and alternative media.

Qualifications:

• A clear and accurate understanding of CJSW’s culture, and the station’s place in the Calgary community.
• Experience with volunteer-powered environments.
• Strong organizational, administrative and leadership skills.
• Post-secondary education is an asset, but is not required.
• Experience working with members of vulnerable populations, i.e youth and those with disabilities.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.
• Experience with audio and/or video production and engineering is an asset

In return for your extraordinary talents we offer a fun, one-of-a-kind environment, a decent salary and some lovely benefits.

Application Deadline:  Monday, November 30th, 2020 at 5:00pm MST
Position Start Date: Negotiable for the right candidate. Early December 2020 is preferred. 

Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

CJSW is an equal opportunity employer. Everyone is thanked for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.