Director of Recruitment – Engagement

iMentor

. Lead iMentor Chicago’s volunteer recruitment strategy, targeting 550–725 new mentors annually .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesLead💰 $80,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in volunteer recruitment and engagement, partnership development, and staff management within high-growth organizations. Proven ability to analyze data, drive strategic recommendations, and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

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Volunteer Recruitment StrategyPartnership DevelopmentStaff ManagementSalesforce ExperiencePublic Speaking

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisBudget ManagementCommunity OrganizingFundraisingPerformance Target Achievement

Soft Skills

Networking AbilityInterpersonal SkillsMotivational SkillsCritical ThinkingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceDatabase Management

Industry Keywords

High-Growth OrganizationDiversity, Equity, and InclusionStakeholder Relationship ManagementCorporate PartnershipsCommunity-Based Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead iMentor Chicago’s volunteer recruitment strategy, targeting 550–725 new mentors annually
Monitor weekly and monthly recruitment funnel data in Salesforce and produce progress reports for the Executive Director of Programs and Chicago Leadership Team
Package Salesforce recruitment data into goal-versus-actual reports and updates for funders and the Chicago Advisory Board
Manage a significant portion of iMentor Chicago’s corporate partner portfolio
Establish and maintain relationships with private, public, community-based organizations, and civic groups
Identify and steward key external stakeholder relationships with the Executive Director of Programs
Support Chicago Advisory Board relationship management and facilitate the Partnerships Sub-Committee
Co-develop mentor community strategies with Chicago Program and National Development teams
Manage, inspire, and encourage a team implementing recruitment and mentor-experience strategies
Identify recruitment opportunities through speaking engagements and networking events
Oversee mentor information sessions, orientations, and trainings
Coordinate with the national safety screening team to move volunteers from recruitment through screening to program readiness
Manage the Mentor Engagement vertical’s budget
Perform other job-related duties and special projects as required
Travel 15–20% within Chicago, primarily during the summer/early fall recruitment season
Work after hours, weekends, and in person as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 7+ years of work experience in a high-growth organization
At least 3 years of staff management experience
Expertise in partnership development and management, business development, volunteer recruitment and engagement, community organizing, and fundraising
Proven success meeting ambitious performance targets
Prior experience working with corporations or other external partners
Strong networking ability and ability to connect people with causes and engage them to take action
Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and persistent, with strong critical thinking and data analysis skills
Ability to recognize trends and drive strategic recommendations
Strong public speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate a variety of people and build rapport, trust, and credibility
Willingness and ability to adjust to changing conditions or priorities
Excellent technology skills and database management experience
Salesforce experience strongly preferred
Ability to travel throughout Chicago and attend staff events and trainings on some weeknights and weekends
High value placed on customer service and impressive follow-through
Demonstrated alignment with iMentor's mission, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Appreciation of diversity across the iMentor community
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Must meet school district compliance requirements, including background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 100% employer funded comprehensive medical and dental coverage
18 days paid annual vacation, increasing annually to 21, 23, or 25 days
13 paid holidays, birthday holiday, and one floating holiday
iMentor closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day
6–7 sick days annually
401(k) match up to 4%
Flexible Home/Office/School working arrangement
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Dependent care and health care flexible spending plans
1 hour of wellness time off per week
Flexible personnel wellness budget for reimbursements or marketplace purchases
Organization-sponsored professional development annually
9 weeks of paid parental leave