About the Role
This position supports the development and maintenance of the Toronto Pearson Volunteer Program, including recruitment, training, administration, people management, and event planning. The Coordinator will be a customer-centric leader representing Toronto Pearson professionally.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Manager, Volunteer Program in recruiting volunteers, including promoting, organizing information sessions, pre-screening applications, conducting interviews, and organizing training.
- Support the development and expansion of the volunteer program through new initiatives by liaising with internal and external partners.
- Schedule volunteers and prepare call-outs for the Passenger Care Team, and maintain volunteer management software.
- Create and distribute data reports on volunteer activities and Passenger Care Team support for the Airport Operations management team.
- Keep the Manager, Volunteer Program and Passenger Care Team updated on volunteer progress and status.
- Coordinate recurring meetings and volunteer appreciation programs.
- Provide logistical support for uniforms, office supplies, and catering.
- Escalate performance and compliance issues to the Manager, Volunteer Program and Passenger Care Team.
- Lead training requirements for new and existing volunteers, including designing, developing, and facilitating various training formats.
- Interact with passengers face-to-face to provide information and wayfinding, enhancing customer service availability.
- Communicate regularly with volunteers and the passenger care team regarding deployments, updates, and initiatives, including preparing a weekly e-newsletter.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience supervising personnel, with a preference for overseeing volunteers and/or senior citizens.
- 3+ years of experience in a direct customer service position.
- 1+ year of experience working with airport community partners and/or other large public service agencies.
- Experience organizing events and meetings.
- Possess a valid Class G Driver’s license.
- Ability to acquire and retain a Transportation Security Clearance.
- Post-secondary education in a field related to volunteer management and customer service, or an acceptable combination of work experience and education.
Skills
- Proven ability to lead, direct, and oversee in an outgoing and positive style.
- Demonstrated ability to provide outstanding customer service focus and empathy.
- Strong relationship building, administrative, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
- Excellent decision-making, oral, and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to use database software.
- Proven ability to design and facilitate training sessions.
- Knowledge of Toronto Pearson airport, the airport industry, the GTAA organization, and airport community structure is a definite asset.
- Able to work overtime, which may include evenings and weekends.
Location
- Toronto Pearson
Work Type
- Full-time
- Unionized
Experience Level
- Band 5
Education Level
- Post-secondary education in a field related to volunteer management and customer service, or an acceptable combination of work experience and education.
Salary/Compensations
- $39.00 per hour based on a 37.5 hour work week
Benefits
- Retirement planning
- Comprehensive group health benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid leave
- Education and training
- Recognition and rewards programs
About the Company
- The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is working to make Toronto Pearson a global leader in airport performance, customer care, and sustainability.
- Approximately 2,100 GTAA employees are creating a next-generation airport by innovating and striving for an uplifting, safe, and efficient passenger experience.
- The GTAA champions the prosperity of its people, the community, and its aviation partners.
Equal Opportunity
- The GTAA is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
