Volunteer Services Specialist

Job Description

Organizational Overview

The mission of HomeFront is to end homelessness in Central New Jersey by harnessing the caring resources and expertise of the community.We lessen the immediate pain of homelessness and help families become self-sufficient. We give people skills and opportunities to ensure adequate incomes and to increase the availability of adequate affordable housing. We help homeless families advocate for themselves individually and collectively.

Job Summary / Objective

The Volunteer Services Specialist is at the heart of HomeFront’s mission, serving as both the welcoming face and strategic connector for our incredible community of volunteers. This position blends the relational, hands-on nature of volunteer coordination with a human resources approach—interviewing and vetting individuals, providing thorough training, ensuring strong placements, conducting regular check-ins, and offering ongoing support to keep volunteers engaged and thriving.

In addition to stewarding individual volunteer experiences, this individual will support the Community Engagement Manager and Director of Development in in building and managing strategic relationships with corporate, business, civic, and community groups by designing high-impact volunteer opportunities that showcase HomeFront’s mission. The Volunteer Services Specialist will help turn group engagement into deeper partnerships, event sponsorships, and philanthropic investment.

We’re seeking a personable, resourceful, and highly organized professional who thrives on building connections, matching people to meaningful opportunities, and amplifying impact. This role is not only about managing logistics—it’s about cultivating a dynamic and committed volunteer community that directly supports HomeFront’s programs and fuels our fundraising success. Whether guiding a new volunteer through their first shift or planning a large-scale corporate day of service, you will be instrumental in ensuring that every volunteer feels valued, connected, and empowered to create lasting change in the lives of the families we serve.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment and Onboarding

• Develop and implement strategic outreach plans to recruit volunteers, including individuals, corporate groups, faith-based organizations, schools, and civic organizations.
• Host information sessions, community presentations, and recruitment events to generate interest in volunteering with HomeFront.
• Screen, interview, and vet prospective volunteers, including processing applications, conducting background checks, and assessing role fit.
• Deliver engaging orientations to set clear expectations and inspire commitment.

Volunteer Program Management

Volunteer Training and Development

Volunteer Engagement and Retention

Strategic Group Engagement

Collaboration and Communication

Program Evaluation and Reporting

Event Support

Required Experience and Education

Preferred Experience and Education

Schedule

Physical Demands

Travel

Remote Work Eligibility

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be added or changed as needed.

HomeFront, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome employees and prospective employees without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or veteran status.