Volunteer: Operation Homefront Team CaptainThe Team Captain assists Operation Homefront with the delivery of local OH and/or community outreach events by acting as the POC for volunteer groups, whether that group is a corporate partner, a service or family group, or a collection of individuals. The Team Captain receives and disseminates information about local volunteer opportunities, effectively activating his/her respective group. The Team Captain reports to the designee of the Area or Program Manager, communicating how many and which members of the group can attend, and reporting and recording hours after the event. The Team Captain may or may not also serve at events.
Average Time Investment: 2-8 hours per event, depending on whether the Captain also attends the event
Responsibilities: Act as POC for respective group Receive and disseminate information about local volunteer opportunities Report to OH supervisor how many and which members of the respective group will attend Report and record hours served by the group after event May also assist with receiving, sorting, counting, packing, moving, and/or delivering items to military families at specific events May also provide event support, including set-up, execution, and/or clean-up May also attend military and community outreach events, distrusting OH literature and answering questions (presentation training required) Report hours to supervisor and log in volunteer databasePersonal Qualifications: Strong administrative and communication skills Ability to think quickly and handle unexpected situations as they may arise Capable of dealing with large groups and interacting to build relationships Willingness to work unconventional hours (weekends, evenings) Willingness and ability to lift light packages and event props Capable of moving items and keeping accurate counts of items being sorted and then distributed Ability to communicate Operation Homefront’s mission and programs Must have access to email to coordinate event logistics with supervisor Some experience working as or with volunteers preferred Knowledge of Military Community helpfulAdditional Qualifications for Outreach: Comfortable with public speaking with both small and large groups Computer literacy and competency in Microsoft PowerPointIf you have any questions or are interested in learning more, please email isabel.murphy@operationhomefront.org. Agency: Operation Homefront The Team Captain assists Operation Homefront with the delivery of local OH and/or community outreach events by acting as the POC for volunteer groups, whether that group is a corporate partner, a service or family group, or a collection of individuals. The Team Captain receives and disseminates information about local volunteer opportunities, effectively activating his/her respective group. The Team Captain reports to the designee of the Area or Program Manager, communicating how many and which members of the group can attend, and reporting and recording hours after the event. The Team Captain may or may not also serve at events.
Average Time Investment: 2-8 hours per event, depending on whether the Captain also attends the event
Responsibilities: Act as POC for respective group Receive and disseminate information about local volunteer opportunities Report to OH supervisor how many and which members of the respective group will attend Report and record hours served by the group after event May also assist with receiving, sorting, counting, packing, moving, and/or delivering items to military families at specific events May also provide event support, including set-up, execution, and/or clean-up May also attend military and community outreach events, distrusting OH literature and answering questions (presentation training required) Report hours to supervisor and log in volunteer databasePersonal Qualifications: Strong administrative and communication skills Ability to think quickly and handle unexpected situations as they may arise Capable of dealing with large groups and interacting to build relationships Willingness to work unconventional hours (weekends, evenings) Willingness and ability to lift light packages and event props Capable of moving items and keeping accurate counts of items being sorted and then distributed Ability to communicate Operation Homefront’s mission and programs Must have access to email to coordinate event logistics with supervisor Some experience working as or with volunteers preferred Knowledge of Military Community helpfulAdditional Qualifications for Outreach: Comfortable with public speaking with both small and large groups Computer literacy and competency in Microsoft PowerPointIf you have any questions or are interested in learning more, please email isabel.murphy@operationhomefront.org. Agency: Operation Homefront Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 98402 Allow Groups: No |