Temporary Recruitment Lead

The Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc., (RurAL CAP), founded in 1965, is a private, statewide, nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of life for low-income Alaskans. We represent every region of the state as one of the largest and most diverse nonprofit organizations in Alaska. We value input from and have respect for all people. We believe that Alaskans have the right to maintain their cultural heritage and close relationship to the land while protecting their economic and human potential. Our programs in early education, housing, and health and well-being serve to alleviate the root causes of poverty. We deliver innovative, community-driven solutions in response to Alaska’s most challenging needs while supporting vulnerable individuals and communities statewide.

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name: Temporary Recruitment Lead - Anchorage

Vacancy No: VN614

Employment Type: Temporary

Location: Anchorage-Central Office

Salary Period: Hourly

Benefits: None

JOB SUMMARY: The Recruitment Lead will support the Elder Mentor and Senior Companion programs to meet their volunteer recruitment goals. The Recruitment Lead will travel to communities across Alaska and recruit volunteers to join the program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinate with Administrative Lead position to identify events and target communities to create schedule and plan for summer recruitment.
2. Attend events across the state that provide opportunities to recruit people 55 and older into the program. Distribute program interest forms, applications, and brochures.
3. Distribute recruitment materials to important locations across Alaska, including posting flyers in key central locations.
4. Track and report on recruitment events to program staff including number of interest forms distributed and overall results from events.
5. Collaborate with Administrative Lead position about interested applications and moving them through the onboarding process.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs other job related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor to support RurAL CAP projects or programs.

WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Heavy daily use of computer and phone.
2. Must be able to work long hours during travel.
3. Able to endure work fluctuations, deadlines and interruptions.
4. Speaking with strangers in person and over the phone.
5. Position requires extensive networking, teamwork with other employees, and an ability to share information and speak in open forums in front of groups.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Bachelors Degree or equivalent 4 years experience in community development or similar professional field.
2. Technical experience with recruitment.
3. Ability to read, comprehend, and follow established policies and procedures.
4. Ability to manage work time well, prioritize and meet deadlines.
5. Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy and tact.
6. Ability to establish a good rapport with people of diverse cultures and belief systems.
7. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
8. Must demonstrate sound judgment, professional boundaries, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/JOB CONDITIONS:

1. Agency is a mandated tobacco, drug and alcohol free workplace.
2. Develops and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
3. Uses computers and computer programs effectively to enter data, create spreadsheets and process information, and develop documents, program and training materials.
4. Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
5. Communicates with others outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, and other external sources in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail in keeping with current policies & procedures.
6. Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: desktop computer, telephone, copier, PC printer, and fax machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly to grasp, type, see, talk, hear, and lift and carry 50 LBS pounds of weight by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner. This position will also be performing physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling materials.
2. Sleeping on floors with mat while traveling out to rural communities.
3. Occasionally performs sedentary activities that require sitting for long periods and repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms for handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things.
4. Must be in good general health and free from serious physical, mental health and/or substance abuse problems.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a (enter full or part)-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or hours vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL:

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REQUIRED EDUCATION:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints.
3. Bachelors degree or 2-3 years of experience in the field.
4. Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.
5. Proven ability and willingness to be self-directed in problem solving and decision-making and perform basic assignment with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member.
6. Demonstrated intermediate level of computer skills necessary in order to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
7. Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.
8. Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements.
9. Must have a valid driver’s License and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout the course of employment. Must provide a copy of current driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles annually.
10. Must have an insured vehicle, present proof of insurance, and maintain proof of insurance throughout the course of employment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelors Degree.
2. Two to three years of experience working in Community Development.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT (EEO):

RurAL CAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and abides by the federal, state and local laws and regulations. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are subject to certain federal recordkeeping/reporting requirements. In order to comply, we will request information from you regarding ethnicity, race, veteran status, and disability status. Agreeing or refusing to provide this information is completely voluntary, will not adversely impact your possible employment, and will only be considered as part of your application upon your request in compliance with our Affirmative Action Plan.