The People Concern
Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups
The People Concern, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups
Job Description
Posted Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM Rol e:
Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups Reports to:
Assistant Director of Development Program:
7000- Development Department:
Development Setting:
100% Onsite Schedule:
Sunday - Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Status: Full-time/Exempt/Management Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc. Openings:
1 Job Description Summary: The Corporate and Community Relations Coordinator, Volunteers is a highly visible, relationship-driven role within The People Concern’s Development team. This position serves as a key ambassador for the organization, connecting volunteers, corporate partners, and community members to our mission through meaningful, hands-on engagement. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting volunteers across programs and sites, while also playing an active role in community outreach, fundraising efforts, and major events. This is an in-person, externally facing role that requires regular presence in the office and at program sites, as well as participation in community events throughout Los Angeles. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as a primary external point of contact for individual, group, and corporate volunteers. Recruit, onboard, and steward volunteers in alignment with organizational needs and community partnerships. Coordinate volunteer placements across program sites in collaboration with internal staff. Communicate clearly and professionally with volunteers, staff, and external partners. Attend and support volunteer activities on-site, including evenings and weekends as needed. Represent the organization at community events, volunteer fairs, and partner activations. Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteers, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. Support Development-led fundraising efforts by engaging volunteers in events, campaigns, and stewardship opportunities. Assist with major fundraising and community events, including planning, on-site execution, and follow-up. Collaborate with Corporate & Community Relations staff to support employee volunteer days and corporate activations. Manage volunteer onboarding processes, including orientations and compliance requirements. Track volunteer participation, hours, and engagement data using internal systems and reporting tools. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to volunteer engagement. Support volunteer recognition, appreciation, and retention efforts. Work cross-functionally with Program, Safety, HR, and Communications teams to ensure a positive and compliant volunteer experience. Assist with special projects and other Development initiatives as assigned. Job Description Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent 1–3 years of experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement, nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field Passion for community engagement, volunteerism, and mission-driven work Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences Comfort representing an organization externally at community events and partner engagements Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments Comfort working in a fast-paced, people-facing environment Willingness and ability to work in the office and travel regularly to program sites and community locations Job Description Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Comfortable with public speaking and representing an organization externally Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams Experience with volunteer coordination, community engagement, fundraising, or nonprofit development preferred Comfortable working evenings or weekends occasionally for events and activations Proficiency with CRM or volunteer management systems a plus This is a highly interactive, in-person role rooted in relationship-building and community engagement. The Volunteer Coordinator will be based out of The People Concern’s Arlington Headquarters and will regularly travel to program sites and community locations across Los Angeles to support volunteer activities, events, and partnerships. This position requires a hands-on presence and consistent on-site engagement and is not a remote or work-from-home role. EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF Act as a role model Demonstrate a sense of responsibility Continuously learn and improve Acknowledge your own areas of improvement Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws. About the People Concern The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn. The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities. Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Days Paid Sick Days Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) TELUS Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Pet Insurance Corporate Discounts: Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More The People Concern University & Certificates
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Job Description
Posted Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM Rol e:
Community and Corporate Relationships Coordinator, Volunteer Groups Reports to:
Assistant Director of Development Program:
7000- Development Department:
Development Setting:
100% Onsite Schedule:
Sunday - Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Status: Full-time/Exempt/Management Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc. Openings:
1 Job Description Summary: The Corporate and Community Relations Coordinator, Volunteers is a highly visible, relationship-driven role within The People Concern’s Development team. This position serves as a key ambassador for the organization, connecting volunteers, corporate partners, and community members to our mission through meaningful, hands-on engagement. The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, and supporting volunteers across programs and sites, while also playing an active role in community outreach, fundraising efforts, and major events. This is an in-person, externally facing role that requires regular presence in the office and at program sites, as well as participation in community events throughout Los Angeles. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as a primary external point of contact for individual, group, and corporate volunteers. Recruit, onboard, and steward volunteers in alignment with organizational needs and community partnerships. Coordinate volunteer placements across program sites in collaboration with internal staff. Communicate clearly and professionally with volunteers, staff, and external partners. Attend and support volunteer activities on-site, including evenings and weekends as needed. Represent the organization at community events, volunteer fairs, and partner activations. Build and maintain strong relationships with volunteers, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. Support Development-led fundraising efforts by engaging volunteers in events, campaigns, and stewardship opportunities. Assist with major fundraising and community events, including planning, on-site execution, and follow-up. Collaborate with Corporate & Community Relations staff to support employee volunteer days and corporate activations. Manage volunteer onboarding processes, including orientations and compliance requirements. Track volunteer participation, hours, and engagement data using internal systems and reporting tools. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to volunteer engagement. Support volunteer recognition, appreciation, and retention efforts. Work cross-functionally with Program, Safety, HR, and Communications teams to ensure a positive and compliant volunteer experience. Assist with special projects and other Development initiatives as assigned. Job Description Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED or Equivalent 1–3 years of experience in volunteer coordination, community engagement, nonprofit development, fundraising, or a related field Passion for community engagement, volunteerism, and mission-driven work Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences Comfort representing an organization externally at community events and partner engagements Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments Comfort working in a fast-paced, people-facing environment Willingness and ability to work in the office and travel regularly to program sites and community locations Job Description Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree Comfortable with public speaking and representing an organization externally Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across teams Experience with volunteer coordination, community engagement, fundraising, or nonprofit development preferred Comfortable working evenings or weekends occasionally for events and activations Proficiency with CRM or volunteer management systems a plus This is a highly interactive, in-person role rooted in relationship-building and community engagement. The Volunteer Coordinator will be based out of The People Concern’s Arlington Headquarters and will regularly travel to program sites and community locations across Los Angeles to support volunteer activities, events, and partnerships. This position requires a hands-on presence and consistent on-site engagement and is not a remote or work-from-home role. EXPECTED BEHAVIORS OF ALL STAFF Act as a role model Demonstrate a sense of responsibility Continuously learn and improve Acknowledge your own areas of improvement Hear and provide honest, specific and direct feedback Create an environment where everyone is welcomed valued and respected Equal Opportunity Employer The People Concern is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination in employment. We select the most qualified individual for the job basedon job-related qualifications regardless of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, credit history, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or other applicable laws. About the People Concern The People Concern empowers the most vulnerable among us to rebuild their lives. One of Los Angeles County’s largest social services agencies, The People Concern was formed in 2016 in a merger of two trusted social service organizations based in Los Angeles County, OPCC and Lamp Community. Informed by more than fifty-eight years of work in the community, The People Concern is a leading provider of, and advocate for, evidence-based solutions to the multi-faceted challenges inherent in homelessness and domestic violence. With compassion and profound respect for those we serve, we provide a fully integrated system of care – including outreach, interim housing, mental and medical health care, substance abuse services, domestic violence services, life skills & wellness programs, and permanent supportive housing – tailored to the unique needs of homeless individuals, survivors of domestic violence, challenged youth, and others who have nowhere else to turn. The People Concern’s model of integrated and comprehensive care empowers our participants to navigate the multi-faceted obstacles in their lives, become their best selves, and ultimately, connect with and contribute to their communities. Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Planning (403b) & Matching Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Days Paid Sick Days Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) TELUS Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Basic Life / Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Pet Insurance Corporate Discounts: Discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Concerts, Movies, Restaurants & More The People Concern University & Certificates
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