Volunteer Services Coordinator - 2026 -27

Volunteer Services Coordinator - 2026 -27

Posting Description

Volunteer Services Coordinator

For one year, get paid to build sustainable solutions in a community, gain valuable hands on experience and prepare for your future. This full-time AmeriCorps service position offers a great opportunity to make an impact in the lives of others while building your own knowledge and skillset.

AmeriCorps National members serve the community in direct service and capacity building activities.

What will you do?
The volunteer services coordinator helps recruit, train, schedule and recognize volunteers while growing the volunteer base and advancing individual and group partnerships. Market within the community to recruit new volunteers. Develop new events and opportunities for volunteers to engage with the mission of Habitat for Humanity.

• Typically serve Tuesday – Saturday to support work on the build site.
• Recruit and schedule volunteers for construction, office, ReStore, deconstruction, family services and special events opportunities.
• Assist with all aspects of volunteer management including orientations, maintenance of database, volunteer tracking and follow-up.
• Work with construction staff to ensure successful volunteer build days – signing volunteers in, providing orientation and safety briefings, helping put away tools with volunteers at the end of the day and ordering necessary volunteer supplies.
• Develop and/or revise volunteer recruitment, management and recognition tools.

This position will focus on volunteer services aspects of Habitat affiliate operations.

Where will you serve?
Where will you serve?

Organization name: Charleston Habitat for Humanity
Nearest metropolitan area: Charleston
Full-time staff: 16
Expected number of AmeriCorps members: 4
Activities and attractions: Charleston offers an unforgettable blend of historic charm, coastal beauty, and Southern hospitality. Wander Cobblestone Streets, admire colorful historic homes, and explore landmarks like Rainbow Row, The Battery, and the Charleston City Market. Spend sunny days at Folly Beach, Sullivan's Island, or Isle of Palms, where you can swim, surf, paddleboard, or simply relax by the ocean. Savor fresh seafood, Lowcountry specialties, and local favorites at waterfront restaurants, cafés, and food festivals. Enjoy live music, art galleries, farmers markets, harbor cruises, and seasonal events throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts can kayak through scenic marshes, bike along coastal trails, spot dolphins on the water, or picnic in beautiful parks. Whether you're drawn by the beaches, rich history, incredible food, or vibrant culture, Charleston offers endless opportunities to explore, unwind, and create lasting memories.
Unique projects: This position will be collecting and compiling demographic information about our current volunteers to identify areas of successful outreach, areas where more or different outreach is necessary, and what new forms of outreach should be implemented to increase our volunteer pool by 10% over the coming year.

When will you serve?
Start dates are flexible and based on this location’s availability. Talk to the hiring manager for this position about start dates during your interview process. The start date will be 4-6 weeks from receiving an offer and no earlier than September 2026.

Benefits of AmeriCorps service

• Living allowance of $20,400 for approximately 10 ½ months of service.
• Segal Education Award of $7,395, upon successful completion of service.
• Forbearance for most federally-guaranteed student loans.
• Health care benefits and enrollment in Employee Assistance Plan.
• Personal and medical leave — approximately 10 days total.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Child care benefits, if you qualify.
• Worker's compensation insurance.

Supplemental Benefits
Low-cost housing - $300 per month

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident at least 18 or older and have a high school diploma or GED.

What are we looking for?
Our ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about serving the community through direct service.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of opinion, experience, and background.
• Desire to gain hands-on experience in the affordable housing and nonprofit sector.
• Have experience working on a team.
• Possess stellar interpersonal communication skills.
• Are motivated and committed to serve full time and in person.
• A personal vehicle is required for service.

Auto req ID

10981BR

Position Category

Volunteer Opportunity

Position Type

AmeriCorps

Geographic Location

North America

Location

Charleston, SC