Volunteer Program Specialist

Description Appleton, WI Starting Pay: $21.55 Schedule: Full-time Employment Type: Full-time, non-exempt People-Powered Purpose: Become Our Volunteer Program Specialist Love working with people and being part of something bigger? We’re looking for you! Join Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin as our Volunteer Program Specialist At Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, every volunteer shift is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the fight against hunger. We’re looking for an energetic, hands-on, people-focused team member who can turn that opportunity into an exceptional experience.

As our Volunteer Program Specialist, you’ll welcome and guide volunteers, keep activities running smoothly, and work side by side with individuals and groups helping provide food to our neighbors across Eastern Wisconsin. From creating a safe, organized, and engaging volunteer environment to rolling up your sleeves and jumping in wherever needed, you’ll play an important role in connecting our community’s generosity with our mission to solve hunger. What You Can Expect Purpose in your work: See firsthand how volunteer efforts help provide food to our neighbors across Eastern Wisconsin.

A people-centered environment: Spend your days connecting with volunteers, community groups, and coworkers who care about making a difference. Hands-on teamwork: Work alongside volunteers and colleagues in an active, fast-paced warehouse environment where every day brings something different. Variety and problem-solving: Adapt to changing priorities, find solutions, and help keep volunteer activities running smoothly. A collaborative team: Partner across Operations, Development, Inventory, and Programs to bring our mission to life.

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Safe Harbor 401(k) match of 100% on the first 4% contributed, with immediate vesting Employer HSA contribution for eligible employees Paid time off and paid holidays Personal Day and Floating Holiday Volunteer Time Off Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Paid parental leave Employee assistance program Professional development and training opportunities Mission-driven work supporting communities across eastern Wisconsin What You Will Do Create a welcoming experience: Greet volunteers, support orientation, answer questions, and help everyone feel connected to our mission.

Keep volunteer shifts running smoothly: Prepare work areas, organize supplies, coordinate activities, and support setup and cleanup. Roll up your sleeves: Work alongside volunteers to provide guidance, troubleshoot challenges, and keep activities productive and engaging. Put safety first: Promote safe work practices, proper food handling, product quality, and an organized work environment. Collaborate across teams: Coordinate volunteer activities with operational needs, product flow, staffing, and…

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