Minneapolis City Coordinator

The Minneapolis/St. Paul Coordinator reports to the Director of Program and oversees the Quaker Voluntary Service program in the Twin Cities. This is a twenty-five hour/week, exempt position. Compensation will be commensurate with experience; salary range is $29,000-$32,000.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Facilitate small group discussions and activities based on QVS program goals and Fellow interests. These happen routinely on QVS Days, every other Friday, and on three weekend Retreats per year.
• Support the Fellows individually and collectively by meeting individually with each Fellow once per month and discerning ways to support the group in their collaborative work. For example, Fellows may need support in dealing with conflict, solving problems with a limited budget, or asking for help.
• Coordinate the partnership between QVS and local nonprofit organizations where Fellows work by maintaining good communication, meeting regularly with site supervisors, and recruiting new site placement partners as needed.
• Collaborate with local Friends by meeting regularly with the clerk of the Local Support Committee (LSC), attending LSC meetings, supporting the partnership between Fellows and Spiritual Nurturers, and encouraging Fellow participation in the life of local meetings.
• Contribute to the development of QVS as a national organization by participating in twice-monthly staff meetings, two annual staff retreats, and National Orientation for incoming Fellows at the end of August; by helping to recruit and select applicants; and by providing content for QVS newsletters, social media, etc.

Competencies & Qualifications

• A good working knowledge of Quaker history, thought and practice.
• A personal history of connecting deeply with young adults from a variety of backgrounds.
• A commitment to social justice, anti-racism and anti-oppression work.
• Exceptional skill in managing time and setting personal boundaries.
• Exceptional relationship skills, including the ability to address conflict and motivate others.
• Experience organizing and facilitating small group discussions and times of spiritual reflection.
• Familiarity with nonprofits and social justice organizations in Minneapolis/St. Paul.
• Administrative skills for managing budgets, organizing events, and keeping records.
• Passion for the vision and mission of Quaker Voluntary Service.

How to Apply

• Please email a cover letter and resume to Mike Huber <mike@quakervoluntaryservice.org>, the QVS Director of Program. In your cover letter, please provide contact info for three references who can speak to your competencies and qualifications. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis as applications arrive, with priority given to applications received before May 19, 2025. The position is scheduled to begin July 7, 2025.