Job Description

Be inspired and inspire others. Build opportunities that change lives, including your own. Engage with people of all backgrounds so that others may be engaged. Be an integral part of one of the largest and most respected sport organizations in the world.

In this role, you will be a champion for all volunteers, working collaboratively to engage, educate, recognize and retain them. You will search for and find ways to streamline communications and implement new volunteer processes and initiatives. This role will work closely with all SOBC departments as well as local volunteer coordinators to provide high quality experiences.

The successful Volunteer Services Specialist will:

Believe strongly in the Special Olympics mission, vision, and values. Participate in the development of the organization wide volunteer strategy. Provide organization wide oversight and make recommendations for how to best service volunteers and fill critical vacant positions Understand the lifecycle of a volunteer and develop the tools and processes necessary to move volunteers through recruitment, onboarding, retention and offboarding phases. Provide training and support for Community Development Coordinators (CDC) and local volunteer coordinators to implement standardized onboarding initiatives Ensure annual professional development opportunities are available for all volunteers using a mix of virtual and in person options Provide support for Provincial Games as it relates to accreditation, volunteer recruitment, training, recognition and overall experience Undertake other and additional duties as required

What you'll bring:

Relevant degree or 3+ years related experience. Experience managing projects or people or a combination of both is an asset. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to make appropriate and timely decisions within authority. Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables and create project plans and roadmaps. Ability to manage priorities and balance deadline-driven workload with complete accuracy. Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. Strong computer skills and advanced user of Microsoft suite including Teams. Undergo a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sectors Check. Valid BC driver's license.
This position may require you to work some evenings and weekends, and there may be some travel throughout B.C. At present, Special Olympics BC staff are working in a hybrid work from office/ work from home model. Special Olympics BC reserves the right to change this model in the future. Annual salary for this position is from $55,000 - $65,000.

How to apply

If this is your dream job, please

apply with a cover letter and resume immediately

to jkym@specialolympics.bc.ca. This posting will close once we have found the right individual.

We sincerely thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for interviews will receive replies.

About Special Olympics BC

Special Olympics BC is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities through the power and joy of sport. To learn more, please visit www.specialolympics.bc.ca.

Special Olympics BC hires on merit and is strongly committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and equality and diversity throughout our community.

The Special Olympics BC provincial office is gratefully and respectfully located on the lands of the Coast Salish, Qayqayt, s?lilw?ta?? t?m?x? (Tsleil-Waututh), Skwxwu7mesh-ulh Temixw (Squamish), S'olh Temexw (Sto:l?), Stz'uminus, and x?m??k??y?m (Musqueam) Peoples. We also recognize all traditional territories where Special Olympics BC members are working, living, and playing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-10-17
Expected start date: 2025-11-03