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Veteran Outreach Coordinator

Island Harvest
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Job Summary:

Island Harvest is seeking a mission-driven Military Veteran with strong social services experience to join our non-profit organization. This critical role involves local community outreach and direct logistics to support our programs primarily focused on veterans and local community stability.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Execute monthly home deliveries to Veterans registered in the Program by ensuring safe and timely transportation of the supplies and inventory required for distributions.
  • Research and identify potential program support sites.
  • Coordinate community outreach efforts at selected sites.
  • Assess the needs of the community and individuals served by the program and Recommend Veterans in need of additional resources.
  • Communicate with stakeholders about Island Harvest’s programs and partners.
  • Perform routing and trip planning for distribution efforts.
  • Operate designated company vehicle and warehouse equipment. Must have experience driving, or be willing to learn to successfully drive, a non-CDL box truck.
  • Deal with difficult individuals while remaining professional and courteous.

Qualifications:

  • Must have served in one of the five branches of the U.S. Military.
  • 2 -4 years of relevant work experience dealing with the public.
  • Valid Driver’s License and Clean Driving Record (Required).
  • Basic computer applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel and the Internet)
  • Have the ability to work independently on projects while meeting deadlines.
  • Possess excellent oral, written and organizational skills.

Physical Requirements & Work Conditions:

This role typically works Monday through Friday during regular business hours, with occasional evening and weekend hours as needed. The position involves a mix of office-based and outdoor work. Frequent travel throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties in a designated company vehicle is required. The role also requires the ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds with frequent use of a hand jack or power jack.

Salary: $25.00/Hour

Island Harvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To be considered for this position please submit your resume to resumes@islandharvest.org. No phone calls or walk-ins, please