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Title |
Administrative
Support |
Purpose
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No
organization can function without individuals and team players
that work behind the scenes. Support volunteers assemble
course materials, assist with special projects, and perform a
variety of administrative duties. It's a great way to
learn the organization and help us maintain a strong internal
structure without which we couldn't offer our many services. |
Qualifications
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Ability
to be flexible, adaptable to change, and accept direction
as required, in varied work settings
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Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
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Ability
to deal with wide variety of culturally diverse groups and
individuals; both employees, volunteers, clients
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Ability
to maintain confidentiality at all times
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Exhibit
good telephone etiquette
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Working
knowledge of Windows 98 and Microsoft Office Suite 97
(Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
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Time Commitment
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| Position
Title |
Community
Awareness Team |
Purpose
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Many
people know that the Red Cross provides disaster relief and
collects blood/blood products from donors, but don’t realize
that we offer many other vital programs and services to the
community! As a CAT member, you will help deepen the
public’s understanding of what we do, and the role they can
play in supporting us. |
Qualifications
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Ability
to initiate conversations with public
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Excellent
verbal communication skills
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Positive
personal appearance
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Ability
to learn and convey basic information about Red Cross
programs
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Minimum
age: 16
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Training
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Volunteers
in this position will shadow current CAT members at
events/information fairs and receive on-the-job training and
orientation. |
Time Commitment
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Varies
depending on schedule. Events occur during the day,
evening, and on weekends, and average about 6 hours in
length (often divided into shifts).
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| Position
Title |
Community
Disaster Education (CDE) Fire Canvassing Project Coordinator |
Purpose
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Assist
with the coordination of CDE Fire Canvassing special project
that will educate individuals living in neighborhoods of high
fire incident on fire safety and prevention.
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Qualifications
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Valid
driver’s license
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Successful
clearance of background & BMV check
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Successful
completion of Defensive Driving Class (if using ARC
vehicles)
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Experience
in administering a program
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Strong
supervisory skills
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Attention
to detail
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Ability
to take specific work direction and meet deadlines
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Ability
to read maps
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Ability
to interact with paid and volunteer staff in team
environment
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Ability
to interact effectively with persons from diverse
backgrounds
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Ability
to maintain confidential information
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Knowledge
of Microsoft Office programs, internet and electronic
communication system.
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Positive
personal address in business casual environment
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Minimum
age is 18.
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Time Commitment
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Minimum
of 12 hours per week and one Saturday (3 hours) per month.
Some work can be done from home. Must have computer
(Microsoft programs), e-mail and Internet Service Provider
availability. |
| Position
Title |
Internships |
Purpose
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The
Red Cross offers opportunities for undergraduate and graduate
students looking to gain on-the-job experience in the areas of
business services, health services, emergency response,
marketing/public relations, and volunteer administration.
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Qualifications
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Time Commitment
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Internship assignments will offer learning opportunities for
students to advance skills through project support and
mentoring within assigned departments. Learn
more.
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| Position
Title |
Special
Events/Project Volunteers |
Purpose
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Throughout
the year, there are opportunities to become involved with the
American Red Cross at Fundraising Events including the
Humanitarian of the Year luncheon (March) and the Golf Classic
(August).
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Qualifications
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For more information concerning special event or
special project opportunities, please contact the Volunteer
Resources office at (614)253-2740, ext. 2355.
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Time Commitment
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Inquire
On-Line
(we will contact you
and send an application)
Contact Volunteer
Resources: (614) 253-2740 Ext. 2355 or send email.
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