Friends of The Underline | Volunteer Coordinator

3 days ago


miami, United States Friends of The Underline Full time

ABOUT THE UNDERLINE 

The Underline is a bold initiative to reclaim 10 miles of land beneath the Miami Metrorail and transform it into a beautiful, active green space that becomes a magnet for residents and visitors alike. What started as a grassroots effort has grown into a movement for a safer, more resilient, and connected community.


The first phase of the project – Brickell Backyard – opened in early 2021 and has already attracted nearly 2 million visitors. Phase 2 opened earlier this year and expands The Underline’s community reach and impact to 2.6 miles. The entire 10-mile park will be opened by 2026.


Friends of The Underline (FUL), a nonprofit corporation, is driving the fundraising to build and sustain what will become a place that is uniquely Miami. We are searching for a strategic, innovative, and results-oriented Special Projects Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at implementing projects from start to finish. 


POSITION SUMMARY 

Friends of The Underline seeks an engaging and passionate full-time volunteer coordinator to cultivate The Underline’s supporters into park stewards and ambassadors. This position will contribute to the growth and management of the Volunteer Program, creating an extension of The Underline family. The selected individual will be responsible for the daily management of this program, including recruitment, training, volunteer placement, volunteer recognition, and program impact. The coordinator will be actively involved with volunteers, events, corporate engagement, and programs. 

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Daily support of the Friends of The Underline (FUL) Volunteer Program 
  • Develop program policies and Volunteer Program administrative requirements to ensure compliance.
  • Develop and maintain training curriculum, support materials, and protocols.
  • Coordinate recruiting, selecting, enrolling, orienting, training, recognizing, and placing volunteers in various roles. 
  • Supervise all volunteers to develop and carry out activities of the program efficiently. 
  • Provide ongoing training and support to volunteers. 
  • Support development, training, and coordination of partnerships and program activities with community partners and sponsors 
  • Develop and maintain closely coordinated relationships with volunteer teams, including developing volunteer assignment plans. 
  • Maintain appropriate program and volunteer records and reports  
  • Manage the volunteer database.
  • Create a weekly volunteer schedule.
  • Coordinate with the Marketing department to develop a monthly newsletter and promote Volunteer Program opportunities. 
  • Participate with volunteer organizations and programs as needed 
  • Perform other work duties and responsibilities as required. 
  • Provide as-needed support to events and programming. 

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • 2-3 years of work experience in public administration, education, community/regional planning, human services, or social/ behavioral sciences. 
  • Interest in and energy for volunteerism and community building. 
  • Solid organizational skills with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through in an independent, responsible manner. 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations. 
  • Skilled at facilitation and system collaboration, information sharing, and team building 
  • Experience working with Google Suite and Microsoft products 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills. 
  • Personable, engaging personality that encourages volunteers to engage with our mission and goals 

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Experience with recreational programming and events 
  • Blackbaud Raiser's Edge 
  • Eventbrite 
  • Familiar with Monday.com or other project management platforms 
  • English/Spanish 

 

 

Job Type: Full-time with hybrid working arrangement. Some nights and evenings required. Offices in Brickell.

Benefits: Health insurance, 401k match and PTO.



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