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Community Engagement Coordinator

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke
Roanoke, VA
Who We Are:

Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “ Helping Hurting People in Jesus’ Name .” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated team members and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

We are a non-profit, faith based, equal opportunity employer.

The Community Engagement Coordinator s erves to oversee the recruitment, engagement, and retention of volunteers for the Rescue Mission. In addition, this position will represent the Rescue Mission at a variety of community events as well as assist with internal special events.

Reports to: Director of Development

Hours of Availability:

Full-Time (hourly)

Monday – Friday, typically 8am – 5:00pm with hours adjusted to meet the needs of the role . Evenings and weekends as scheduled

Compensation : DOE

Our Team Members should exhibit the following:

  • Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian walk that is evident of that love.
  • Individuals must be willing to adhere to the Rescue Mission Statement of Faith & Code of Ethics.
  • Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members.
  • Understanding of volunteer engagement and ability to utilize and appreciate volunteers in daily tasks.
  • Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends as assigned.
  • Strong listening, as well as written & verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keep others informed and exhibit professionalism.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple daily assignments and special projects.
  • Ambitious to exceed expectations.

Job Specific Qualifications:

  • Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office, Gmail, and Google Calendars.
  • Exemplify creative ways to accomplish goals.
  • Flexibility to work nights and weekends.

Career Summary (not all-inclusive list):

The Community Engagement Coordinator wears many hats to ensure the Mission guests and participants receive a quality level of service. Serves to engage and develop relationships with interdepartmental teams, the community-at-large, and faith-based community. Attends events and activities to promote and represent the Rescue Mission. Works to recruit, train, and retain volunteers to meet the organizations’ needs. Effective and timely communication with team members affected by events and volunteer engagement. Facilitate and lead volunteer groups in various projects. Special Events project team member to assist with organizing and implementing Drumstick Dash, Thanksgiving and Christmas Feasts and Volunteer Appreciation among other events.

All team members may be asked to complete other duties as assigned by leadership/management with an expectation to complete these assignments as requested.

Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all-inclusive list).

  • Prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing; moving throughout the building.
  • Activity may include occasional stooping, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling.
  • Prolonged computer use; computer screen exposure.
  • Lift up to 20 pounds; not repetitive.
  • Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure.
  • Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location.
  • Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Frequent - Moving around to accomplish a task.

The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!
Posted 2025-09-23

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