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As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals.
The Volunteer Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting the positive tone, environment, and success of the in-house volunteer experience. They will oversee and support various projects including but not limited to Sorting, Repack, CSFP, Loose Repack and Produce Bag programs. This position assists in organizing the safety and flow of the work area for both set-up and breakdown and hands-on support to the volunteers throughout each shift. The position requires good communication skills in both public-facing circumstances and with internal Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) staff. This individual works directly with the Volunteer Operations Supervisor for inventory accuracy, data entry and creating a memorable and fulfilling volunteer experience.
The Food Bank's team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Bank's organizational values and mission in all activities.
If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you.
The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive, every person must have the resources they need to flourish, and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.
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Primary Responsibilities:**
Oversee various tasks including project set-up and breakdown of work areas
Orient volunteers as to duties, Food Bank of the Rockies mission and various programs
Train volunteers in all processes that take place in the Volunteer Center
Assist with managing re-call items received from Feeding America (FA) and monitor for compliance
Maintain the warehouse in a neat, clean and orderly manner according to Feeding America, American Institute of Baking (AIB), and FBR sanitation standards of practice
Utilize CERES (warehouse inventory system) to create pallet tags for all re-pack projects
Assist with moving products in and out of the room with electric pallet-jack or manual pallet jack
Pallet put-aways using a scan-gun
Organize, clean and secure Volunteer Center at end of each workday
Maintain safety standards with various @types of food product (frozen, refrigerated, and dry) and communicating said standards to volunteers
Follow all FBR safety guidelines and regulations to help maintain a safe work environment
Provide back up support for other Volunteer Operations staff as needed
Handle confidential information with discretion and care, ensuring the privacy and respect of employees, volunteers, partners, donors, or others
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Commitment to fulfilling the Food Bank of the Rockies mission and positively representing the brand both internally and externally
Demonstrate compassion and sensitivity
Able to interact with others in a diplomatic, courteous and positive manner, maintaining a professional demeanor and responding with urgency when necessary
Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks
Self-directed, proactive, and independent problem solver
Show strong teambuilding and interpersonal skills
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Using office equipment such as a computer, mouse, keyboard, printer
Standing and walking throughout the shift; sitting intermittently
Daily use of heavy equipment including forklift, stand up/sit down lift truck, step up pallet jack, automatic pallet jack and manual pallet jack
Ability to push and pull up to 2,000 lb. pallets with a manual pallet jack
Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
Working in a multi-temp warehouse environment, temperatures may vary (hot/cold)
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Prior experience working in a warehouse/manufacturing environment preferred
Prior experience in customer service/volunteer environments
Forklift certification preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with warehouse management systems a plus
Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time, non-exempt role working 40 hours per week eligible for overtime for any hours worked over 40 in any work week. Work schedule will be from 8:00 am -- 4:30 pm, Tuesday - Saturday.
Compensation:
$21.25 hourly
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Benefits:**
At Food Bank of the Rockies, we provide a fulfilling workplace along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family's needs.
Medical and Parental Leave: Leave time is offered through the Colorado-funded FAMLI (Family and Medical Leave Insurance) Program.
Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.
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To Apply:**
Apply online through www.foodbankrockies.org/careers{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}. Applications will be accepted until March 13, 2026.
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True passion and excitement for making an impact are just as important as work experience.
We encourage you to apply even if you feel you don't check every box in this posting.
Food Bank of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V/SO. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in order to participate in the application or interview process. If you require any accommodation, please contact us at hr@foodbankrockies.org{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"} or 303-371-9250.
