Opportunities From: Connect2Community

Volunteer: Part-time Executive Director

Hire MI Vet (HMV) is one of the premier Veteran service organizations in the greater Southeast Michigan area. Founded in 2015, the organization  brings leaders from the community together to exchange ideas and take action to better the Veteran community. Supporting this, the organization has an extensive commitment to local and state charitable service.

The Executive Director is charged with working hand‐in‐hand with the Board of Directors and the organization’s Leadership to ensure the long‐term viability of the organization and operational and charitable finances. The Executive Director has a special responsibility to assist with smooth leadership transitions from year‐to‐year, as well as to maintain organization’s repository, both electronic and physical.

 A cover letter is required for application review.

Some in-person meetings are required but most of the work is virtual.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Management

Manages the day‐to‐day operations of the organization.

Interface with members to assist with their HMV experience. Ensures the timely reporting of information to the Board and Steering Committee. Assist with and maintains the databases with the Marketing Coordinator and other communication management Software. Assists in the maintenance of the HMV website. Provides select committees and projects with administrative support. Manages office administrative tasks as needed for efficient overall operations of HMV. Provides administrative support to the current Officers and Committee Coordinators. Assists upkeep of master copies of By‐laws and Policies and Guidelines with the organization’s Treasurer. Uses or (learns) servant leadership philosophy to empower, guide, and teach the HMV team

 

Financial Management

Ensures regular recording of financial receipts and deposit of those receipts at appropriate intervals. Assists Treasurer to ensure all expense and bills for HMV are paid in a timely manner Provides resources and support to the financial oversight group in the following area: Assists with the preparation of the annual budget in coordination with the President and the organization’s Treasurer.

 A position as demanding as Executive Director for an organization with the caliber of HMV requires specific personal attributes and business skills. Some of these include:

Demonstrated passion for HMV and its mission Goal oriented, self‐starter Highly professional Servant leadership style

 Critical Skills, Attributes, and Expectations

Strong communication skills (interpersonal, business, written, oral and public speaking) Effective time management Critical thinking, creative problem solving Ability to collaborate, communicate, and work effectively with Boards and Organization Leadership Experience with WordPress, QuickBooks, Microsoft Suite, and other relevant applications or willing to complete training. Position may require some weekend and evening hours Must be COVID 19 Vaccinated

Hire MI Vet is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Hire MI Vet makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Background Screening.

Hire MI Vet conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and will use a third‐party administrator to conduct background checks.

 Salary and Benefit Information.

This position is a volunteer position and does not include benefits.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Hire MI Vet (HMV) is one of the premier Veteran service organizations in the greater Southeast Michigan area. Founded in 2015, the organization  brings leaders from the community together to exchange ideas and take action to better the Veteran community. Supporting this, the organization has an extensive commitment to local and state charitable service.

The Executive Director is charged with working hand‐in‐hand with the Board of Directors and the organization’s Leadership to ensure the long‐term viability of the organization and operational and charitable finances. The Executive Director has a special responsibility to assist with smooth leadership transitions from year‐to‐year, as well as to maintain organization’s repository, both electronic and physical.

 A cover letter is required for application review.

Some in-person meetings are required but most of the work is virtual.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Management

Manages the day‐to‐day operations of the organization.

Interface with members to assist with their HMV experience. Ensures the timely reporting of information to the Board and Steering Committee. Assist with and maintains the databases with the Marketing Coordinator and other communication management Software. Assists in the maintenance of the HMV website. Provides select committees and projects with administrative support. Manages office administrative tasks as needed for efficient overall operations of HMV. Provides administrative support to the current Officers and Committee Coordinators. Assists upkeep of master copies of By‐laws and Policies and Guidelines with the organization’s Treasurer. Uses or (learns) servant leadership philosophy to empower, guide, and teach the HMV team

 

Financial Management

Ensures regular recording of financial receipts and deposit of those receipts at appropriate intervals. Assists Treasurer to ensure all expense and bills for HMV are paid in a timely manner Provides resources and support to the financial oversight group in the following area: Assists with the preparation of the annual budget in coordination with the President and the organization’s Treasurer.

 A position as demanding as Executive Director for an organization with the caliber of HMV requires specific personal attributes and business skills. Some of these include:

Demonstrated passion for HMV and its mission Goal oriented, self‐starter Highly professional Servant leadership style

 Critical Skills, Attributes, and Expectations

Strong communication skills (interpersonal, business, written, oral and public speaking) Effective time management Critical thinking, creative problem solving Ability to collaborate, communicate, and work effectively with Boards and Organization Leadership Experience with WordPress, QuickBooks, Microsoft Suite, and other relevant applications or willing to complete training. Position may require some weekend and evening hours Must be COVID 19 Vaccinated

Hire MI Vet is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Hire MI Vet makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Background Screening.

Hire MI Vet conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and will use a third‐party administrator to conduct background checks.

 Salary and Benefit Information.

This position is a volunteer position and does not include benefits.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48108

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Administrative Aide

Hire MI Vet is a community initiative that helps Veterans gain meaningful employment. Our endeavors are to provide employment resources; host networking programs; offer mentor services; and host an annual hiring event. 

We are in need of an administrative aide that is responsible for providing general coordination, clerical and secretarial functions and assist leadership of the Hire MI Vet team with miscellaneous tasks. Must have excellent writing skills and abilities.

 

Proposed tasks of Administrative Aid include:

 

Write thank you emails and letters to employers, service providers, volunteers, sponsors, donors etc. Compose letters, forms, reports, and other papers. Assist President with clerical and logistical needs. Take meeting minutes. Assist with Constant Contact and LinkedIn Forward all information/ documents to designated co-chair for filing/storage. Other desirable skills, not required, include video/photo (via phone) and event coordination.

 

 

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Hire MI Vet is a community initiative that helps Veterans gain meaningful employment. Our endeavors are to provide employment resources; host networking programs; offer mentor services; and host an annual hiring event. 

We are in need of an administrative aide that is responsible for providing general coordination, clerical and secretarial functions and assist leadership of the Hire MI Vet team with miscellaneous tasks. Must have excellent writing skills and abilities.

 

Proposed tasks of Administrative Aid include:

 

Write thank you emails and letters to employers, service providers, volunteers, sponsors, donors etc. Compose letters, forms, reports, and other papers. Assist President with clerical and logistical needs. Take meeting minutes. Assist with Constant Contact and LinkedIn Forward all information/ documents to designated co-chair for filing/storage. Other desirable skills, not required, include video/photo (via phone) and event coordination.

 

 

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48107

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Veteran Mentor

The Hire MI Vet Mentorship Program provides individualized career readiness support for Veterans, focusing on resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing, elevator speech, and job search assistance. This volunteer position will consist of creating/updating resumes for Veterans in SE Michigan and NW Ohio. The work will be done virtually. Military skills and experience need to be translated into a civilian resume. It would be helpful to have a familiarity with USAJOBS.gov but not necessary. 

 Expectations for Mentors

  Provide services under the perspective of unconditional positive regard   Participate in monthly calls   Be committed to the Hire MI Vet mission to assist Veterans in gaining meaningful employment   Are not expected to be experts, but do have direct experience with Veterans and/or job preparation to the point to which they                    can confidently provide accurate service

 

Due to Covid-19, the work will be conducted with the Veteran virtually. The volunteer will act as a mentor by following up with the Veteran's progress.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

The Hire MI Vet Mentorship Program provides individualized career readiness support for Veterans, focusing on resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing, elevator speech, and job search assistance. This volunteer position will consist of creating/updating resumes for Veterans in SE Michigan and NW Ohio. The work will be done virtually. Military skills and experience need to be translated into a civilian resume. It would be helpful to have a familiarity with USAJOBS.gov but not necessary. 

 Expectations for Mentors

  Provide services under the perspective of unconditional positive regard   Participate in monthly calls   Be committed to the Hire MI Vet mission to assist Veterans in gaining meaningful employment   Are not expected to be experts, but do have direct experience with Veterans and/or job preparation to the point to which they                    can confidently provide accurate service

 

Due to Covid-19, the work will be conducted with the Veteran virtually. The volunteer will act as a mentor by following up with the Veteran's progress.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48107

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Fundraising Coordinator

Fundraising Coordinator

 

Duties:

Create a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential donors

 

Necessary abilities

Develop fundraising strategies for Hire MI Vet Collaborate with Marketing Team (experience in a team environment) Excellent writing skills Supported by Hire MI Vet Steering Committee At least 2 years of fundraising experience Able to commit 2-4 hours per week

 

Desirable abilities

Organize a campaign or event that will lead to soliciting donations Evaluate the success of previous fundraising events Excel spreadsheet experience and ability to translate to graphics Maintain records of donor information for future use Research prospective donors Train volunteers in fundraising procedures and practices Identify and contact potential donors

 

Collaboration with Hire MI Vet leadership

Ensure that all legal reporting requirements are satisfied

 

 

NOTE: Desirable abilities skills needs are directed by the President and through collaboration session with the Marketing Team.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Fundraising Coordinator

 

Duties:

Create a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential donors

 

Necessary abilities

Develop fundraising strategies for Hire MI Vet Collaborate with Marketing Team (experience in a team environment) Excellent writing skills Supported by Hire MI Vet Steering Committee At least 2 years of fundraising experience Able to commit 2-4 hours per week

 

Desirable abilities

Organize a campaign or event that will lead to soliciting donations Evaluate the success of previous fundraising events Excel spreadsheet experience and ability to translate to graphics Maintain records of donor information for future use Research prospective donors Train volunteers in fundraising procedures and practices Identify and contact potential donors

 

Collaboration with Hire MI Vet leadership

Ensure that all legal reporting requirements are satisfied

 

 

NOTE: Desirable abilities skills needs are directed by the President and through collaboration session with the Marketing Team.

Community Partner: Hire MI Vet

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48107

Allow Groups: Yes