West Alabama Nonprofit Job Board

Community Relations Manager
*(To better recruit the skillset needed, we have changed the name of our Community and Volunteer Relations Manager position to the title of Community Relations Manager. To avoid any confusion, we want to clarify that this is the position for which your application will be considered.)

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
Reports to: Vice President, Communications
Employment Type: Full Time
Organization: United Way of West Alabama

Position Summary:

Are you the go-to planner among your friends? Do you light up when connecting people to causes that matter? Are you fueled by purpose, powered by relationships, and not afraid of a color-coded spreadsheet?

We’re looking for a high-energy, self-starting professional to lead Volunteer United, United Way of West Alabama’s initiative to connect corporate volunteer teams with meaningful service opportunities across the region. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to create memorable, high-impact experiences that strengthen nonprofits, build community pride, and leave a legacy of good.

You’ll also be the guiding force behind two of our community-building affinity groups: Young Leaders Society (young professionals) and ReUnited (retirees), helping them stay mission-focused and actively engaged through events, service projects, and creative outreach.

If you’re a natural relationship-builder, a logistical master, and thrive in roles where no two days are alike—you may just be the perfect fit.

What You’ll Do:

Volunteer United Leadership

• Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate volunteer groups and nonprofit partners
• Match volunteer groups with high-impact projects that meet real community needs
• Build and maintain relationships with area volunteer coordinators and agency partners
• Coordinate logistics for volunteer events—big and small—with excellence and creativity
• Promote Volunteer United through presentations, networking, outreach, and storytelling
• Track engagement and outcomes to ensure a rewarding experience for all involved

Affinity Group Facilitation (Young Leaders Society & ReUnited)

• Lead planning and execution of service projects, networking events, and fundraisers
• Facilitate regular meetings, including agendas, reminders, and follow-up
• Manage digital communications including e-newsletters, event invites, and social media
• Recruit and cultivate members and committee leaders
• Keep both groups aligned with United Way’s mission and vision

Community Engagement & Representation

• Represent United Way and Volunteer United at events and speaking engagements
• Work cross-functionally with the campaign, communications, and allocations teams
• Bring new ideas to the table for improving visibility, volunteer engagement, and storytelling
• Create digital content (social, photo/video, web copy) to promote community efforts

What We’re Looking For:

• Outgoing personality with a heart for service and a head for logistics
• Proven experience in event planning, volunteer management, communications, or nonprofit work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational chops with attention to detail and follow-through
• Confidence in leading meetings, presenting to groups, and juggling multiple projects
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and creatively problem-solve
• Familiarity with the West Alabama nonprofit community a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, Constant Contact, and social media platforms; Adobe Suite and film editing skills a bonus  
• Willingness to occasionally work evenings/weekends for special events

Who You Are:

• A connector. You bring people together and make them feel part of something big.
• A doer. Whether it’s volunteers, timelines, or five competing to-do lists—you get it done.
• A builder. You aren’t afraid to build the plane while flying it. You see potential and act on it.
• A listener. You take time to understand what people and programs need, then deliver.
• A finisher. You follow through, close the loop, and celebrate success.

Perks of the Position:

• Work with a passionate, supportive, community-driven team.
• Engaging environment where creativity and initiative are valued.
• Opportunities to meet many diverse people and fellow leaders in our community.

Ready to Join the Team?

Send your resume, a cover letter that reflects your personality, and a brief description of your favorite volunteer project or event you’ve ever coordinated to amanda@uwwa.org.

Deadline to apply: Friday, August 22, 2025

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. Please include “Community Relations Manager” in the subject line.

Let’s do good work—UNITED.

District Executive

Black Warrior Council, Scouting America

Position: District Executive

Position location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Council Website: www.BWC-BSA.org 

Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and understands that helping youth puts us on a path towards a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

Today's professional Scouters are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, work that offers solid compensation, benefits, and advancement.

The District Executive selected will:

· Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to identify, recruit, train, guide, and inspire them to become involved in youth programs.

· Achieve progress towards specific goals and objectives which include: program development through collaborative relationships, volunteer recruitment and training, fundraising, membership recruitment and retention.

· Be responsible for extending programs to religious, civic, fraternal, educational, and other community-based organizations through volunteers.

· Secure adequate financial support for programs in the assigned area. Achieve net income and participation objectives for assigned camps and activities.

· Recruit leadership for finance campaign efforts to meet the financial needs of the organization.

· Ensure that all program sites are served through volunteers, regular leader meetings, training events, and activities.

· Collaborate with adult volunteers and oversee the achievement of training for their respective role.

· Be a good role model and recognize the importance of working relationships with other professionals and volunteers. The executive must have communication skills and be able to explain the program’s goals and objectives to the public.

· Provide quality service through timely communication, regular meetings, training events, and activities.

· Have a willingness and ability to devote long and irregular hours to achieve council and district objectives.

Desired Skills:

· Strong marketing, fund-raising, and program development background is highly desired.

· Non-profit, fundraising, or sales experience is a plus.

· Must be comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse audiences. Excellent people skills, enthusiastic, punctual, responsible, and creative.

· Self-motivated individual with solid time management skills and strong organizational skills in management, budgeting, and planning.

· Committed to personal and professional productivity, while maintaining high ethical and professional working standards.

Requirements:

· Must be willing to accept and meet the Scouting America’s leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.

· Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (transcript with the date degree conferred stated is required for employment).

· Attained 21 years of age or older unless prohibited by any applicable law.

· Ability to work varied hours when necessary, evening activities, and weekend work are frequently required to achieve positive objectives.

· Ability to travel for training at least once a year for one week.

· A Scouting background is helpful but not required for employment.

· Offers for employment are subject to criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.

Compensation:

All councils are equal opportunity employers. In addition to offering a competitive starting salary of $44,500 - $50,000, depending on previous experience. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, a defined benefit retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses to include phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer a generous vacation policy and ten holiday observances.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to: bill.gosselin@scouting.org.
Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.

Additional information on a career as a District Executive can be found at this link: http://www.scouting.org/Careers/WorkingWithUs/EssentialSkills.aspx 

2-1-1 Resource Navigator

United Way of West Alabama / 2-1-1 Information & Referral Hotline
Full-time
Reports To:  2-1-1 Helpline and Disaster Response Director

Purpose of Position

United Way’s 2-1-1 Helpline is known as the number to call to “Get Help or Give Help.” 2-1-1 provides a first point of entry for information and referral about health and community resources for everyday needs as well as in times of disaster. United Way of West Alabama operates the

2-1-1 Helpline serving nine counties (Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Marengo, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa). The 2-1-1 Resource Navigator connects individuals seeking assistance to organizations that can help them obtain resources to meet their essential needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Offer comprehensive customer service in responding to inquiries for information and referrals to individuals in need as well as professionals seeking assistance through phone calls, text messages, emails, and chat services.
• Assess individual needs using the principles of active listening and advocacy for callers in assessing resources, as appropriate. 
• Conduct follow-up calls and text with 2-1-1 helpline callers to ensure they receive assistance.
• Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in effectively using resource database software, computer hardware and telephone equipment.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of client information and referrals given on each call.
• Answer phone calls promptly with consideration of callers’ time and needs.
• Update resources available to the residents of West Alabama on a regular basis.
• Alert the Director to significant barriers, changes, gaps, problems, or issues in the Information & Referral service system.
• Gather 2-1-1 caller information and document required data for special projects or grant funded programs.
• Participate in outreach activities to raise awareness of United Way and 2-1-1.
• Complete other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Present to diverse audiences 2-1-1/United Way/Disaster information.
• Collaborate on community projects to meet unmet needs.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Active listening and ability to empathize and guide individual in need of service.

Job Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Background in social work, human services or customer service.
• High-level professional standards for performance and a commitment to work with internal and external customers in a friendly, cooperative manner.
• Self-starter: demonstrated ability to work independently and within teams, meet deadlines, and manage projects effectively.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn new computer software programs in a timely manner.
• Preference for candidate with strong telephone/telecommunication skills.

Education Requirements

• GED/Highschool Diploma with 5+ years of experience in social work, human services, call center operations, customer service, counseling, or related fields.
• OR Associate degree with at least 3 years of experience in social work, human services, call center operations, customer service, counseling, or related fields.
• OR College with at least 1 year of experience in social work, human services, call center operations, customer service, counseling, or related fields.

Other Position-Related Information

Hours:  This non-exempt position is full-time.  At times, a flexible work schedule may be necessary to complete activities. 2-1-1 staff may be called upon to provide disaster related information and referral before, during, and after local and/or statewide disasters.  Limited evening and weekend hours may be required on occasion. 

Physical Demands:

The employee is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. The hands are regularly used to write, type, keypunch, and handle or feel small controls and objects. The employee must frequently talk and listen. Weightlifting of up to 25 pounds may occur.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and references to Amanda Booth at amanda@uwwa.org by preferred deadline of August 15, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.