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Jennifer Manole

Crookston,MN

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Program Coordinator at the University of Minnesota Crookston, excelling in strategic planning and team leadership. Proven track record in developing impactful senior programs and enhancing volunteer engagement. Adept at report generation and fostering community relationships, ensuring program success through proactive management and effective communication.

Professional volunteer coordinator with strong track record in managing volunteer programs and enhancing community outreach efforts. Known for focus on teamwork and delivering results, consistently adapting to changing project requirements. Proven expertise in volunteer recruitment, training, and program development, coupled with reliable and flexible approach.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Coordinator

University Of Minnesota Crookston
08.2015 - Current
  • Maintained tight production timetables and quality standards to give audiences exceptional offerings.
  • Supported Senior programs by nurturing professional relationships with community members and Volunteers.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan, including ensuring availability of appropriate resources.
  • Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
  • Interviewed and recommended team members for hire.
  • Worked alongside professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives.
  • Coordinated daily tasks including recruitment, office upkeep and inventory maintenance.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results.
  • Planned and executed meetings to connect organizational representatives, community members and clients.
  • Conceptualized future program components.
  • Gathered and organized all printed materials required for program participation.
  • Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
  • Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
  • Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
  • Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations.
  • Assisted with researching grants and grant writing tasks.
  • Assisted with community resources for older adults.
  • Organized and managed program development with excellent success.
  • Entered data in Volunteer Reporter system and handled database maintenance.
  • Developed several senior programs from ground up, laying out framework and defining roles.
  • Maintained and updated project related documents.
  • Developed and organized routine and special programming by factoring demographics and other important parameters.
  • Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on senior needs.
  • Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
  • Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness with detail to senior needs and their communities.
  • Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet their individual needs within the program.
  • Scheduled staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update volunteers on program details and milestones.
  • Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct and volunteer standards.
  • Performed skills assessments to link volunteers to roles matching individual skills and competencies.
  • Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.

Agency Relations Coordinator

North Country Food Bank Inc.
03.2012 - 08.2015
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired volunteers to fill positions in 21 Counties.
  • Evaluated strengths of team members and assessed vacancies to match volunteers with positions.
  • Coordinated logistics of scheduling, supplying and transporting volunteers.
  • Performed skills assessments to link volunteers to roles matching individual skills and competencies.
  • Tracked volunteer applications and conducted background checks to facilitate participation in North Country Food Bank volunteering programs.
  • Uncovered opportunities for volunteer program improvement by soliciting staff feedback and evaluating volunteer performance.
  • Supervised and promoted volunteers into permanent roles based on staff feedback.
  • Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
  • Met with staff and department managers to maintain currency on volunteer opportunities within each department.
  • Worked with leadership staff and special committees to define volunteer mission and set standards.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Conducted annual salary surveys and developed, analyzed and updated company salary budget.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
  • Maintained work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
  • Maximized team knowledge and productivity by effectively training, monitoring and directing employees in application of best practices and regulatory protocols.

Education

Cosmetology Education

Bemidji Beauty Academy
Bemidji, MN
09.1989

Skills

  • Marketing materials
  • Team Leadership
  • Report Generation
  • Hiring and Recruitment Knowledge
  • Program Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Project coordination
  • Persuasive communication style
  • Administration knowledge
  • Customer service experience
  • Effective leader
  • Proactive mindset
  • Data management familiarity
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Strategic leadership

Timeline

Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Coordinator

University Of Minnesota Crookston
08.2015 - Current

Agency Relations Coordinator

North Country Food Bank Inc.
03.2012 - 08.2015

Cosmetology Education

Bemidji Beauty Academy
Jennifer Manole