Community Makerspace Volunteer Director

Organization Description: Build, RVA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit makerspace community in Richmond, VA, dedicated to providing affordable access to tools, resources, and knowledge. We support entrepreneurs, creators, makers, and inventors by connecting them with a community of science-based innovators and artists in an environment where ideas become reality.

Volunteer Position Description & Purpose: We're seeking a friendly and organized person to assist with onboarding new volunteers, coordinating volunteers among departments, applying volunteer benefits, developing new ways to attract and retain volunteers. Build is 100% volunteer operated, so your role is essential to enhancing our member and community experience, streamlining operations, and ensuring clear communication within our vibrant community.

Director Duties & Responsibilities:

• Log and manage volunteer list
• Generate and disseminate volunteer calendar
• Update volunteer accounts with benefits once a week
• Coordinate and perform volunteer onboarding
• Coordinate volunteer work with different departments
• Check on volunteer efforts of different departments
• Track volunteer hours and work 
• Determine where volunteers are needed and recruit volunteers 
• Communicate with volunteers via slack and email
• Develop new ways to integrate volunteers into Build operations
• Develop new ways to attract and retain volunteers
• Draft and distribute volunteer newsletter

Qualifications, Skills & Requirements:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent management and planning skills
• Background or interest in human resources and community engagement recommended
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse personality types
• Comfortable using digital tools and platforms (Slack, Nexudus, email, Google aps, etc.)

Time Commitment:

• Commitment: 8-10 hrs/week. No upper limit on commitment.

Benefits:

• Directors receive a free membership for their contributions along with additional perks of discount studio rates.

Additional Information:

• Hours submitted and verified via internal Google form.
• Onsite orientation and training provided by the Board of Directors.
• Recommended attire is casual.
• Parking available directly in front of the building.
• Directors will have full access to the facility, equipment, classes, and community.

Join us in empowering creativity and innovation in Richmond