Festival/Fair Squad

Department: Education and Outreach

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and manage presentations in a professional environment.
  • Equip participants/event attendees with general knowledge of the programs and services of the American Red Cross.
  • Answer questions pertaining to the American Red Cross and the Tippecanoe County Chapter.
  • Work with Volunteer Services Director to determine event/presentation schedules and set up/ take down event supplies.
  • Manage materials and supplies to be handed out at community events.
  • Accurately record event information on an activity sheet after each community event.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Interest in people and the ability to work well with volunteers and paid staff.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Mission, Fundamental Principles, history and services of the American Red Cross.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide quality customer service.
  • Knowledge of general office protocol, procedures and equipment.
  • Overall mobility and the ability to stoop, crouch, lift and push 20 lbs.
  • Professional appearance and manner.
  • Bi-lingual Spanish/English a plus.

Training:

  • Orientation to the American Red Cross. (video or online modules)
  • On the job training as necessary.
  • Be Red Cross Ready Presentation.

Commitment:

  • Fairs/Events typically occur on weekends or evenings. The number of events per month varies from 0-5 and assisting at one per month or more is ideal. The volunteers shifts typically range from 1 hour to 5 hours.

Benefits:

  • Refinement of communication and presentation skills
  • Opportunity to interact with the community.