Current Volunteer OpportunitiesFor those looking for a commitment that is tuned in with your own schedule, our volunteer wish list includes the following (click each item to see detailed job descriptions). [UPDATED 12/3/2020] High Priority Volunteer NeedsThe Board has placed a high priority on these positions as essential to the long term success of the organization:
Other Volunteer Needs
Tell us about your interests if you have a talent not mentioned above—we'd love to work with you! |
Duties/expectations: A successful Volunteer Recruitment Assistant is meticulous about keeping records and passionate about volunteer work. A successful candidate will uphold the values of our organization while ensuring the comfort of our volunteers in their positions. Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 3 month commitment for an average of 5–8 hours per week initially. Once up to speed, hours may decrease. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
We are looking for 2 volunteers and hope to fill this position immediately.
Duties/expectations: A successful Content Curator contributes to building brand identity and online presence through the creation and dissemination of multimedia content online. This person will develop and share relevant, engaging, and informative content on behalf of the NUA. Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 2-3 hours per month. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: The ideal Calendar of Events Assistant will represent the organization and work with the Board of Directors to develop and implement initiatives that will increase the NUA’s visibility within the upholstery community. Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 3-4 hours per month. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary. Training will include a 1-hour session to familiarize the candidate with Wild Apricot, the NUA's membership management software.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: A successful Website Content Assistant will have a working knowledge of web design and layout, with experience in back-end website administration.
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment. Initial work may require 7- 8 hours in the first month, tapering off to 3-4 hours per month thereafter. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary. Training will include a 1-hour session to familiarize the candidate with Wild Apricot, the NUA's membership management software used for website design and hosting.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: A successful Webinar Coordination Assistant will help plan, manage, coordinate, execute, and expand the organization’s webinar program. This volunteer will not create or present content, but may introduce the presenter and conduct other housekeeping items at the beginning and end of each webinar. Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 8 hours per month. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary. This volunteer will serve as a backup to the Webinar Chair and will cross-train in all aspects of the role.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: A successful Book Club Coordination Assistant will help Book Club members get the most out of their discussions by being prepared, keeping things on track and making sure that everyone's voice is heard.
Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 5 hours per month. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Job description coming soon!
Duties/expectations: A successful Member Outreach Coordinator functions as the liaison between the organization and its members. This includes recruiting and retaining members, answering questions, providing information, devising regular communication activities, and maintaining membership records.
Member Outreach Coordinators will be assigned to work with one of two membership groups: either Professional/Student members or Educator/Industry Partner members.
Professional and Student Member Outreach
Educator and Industry Partner Outreach
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 3-4 hours per month. Larger commitments are possible leading up to National Upholstery Awareness month (October). Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their (title TBD), who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: A successful Social Media Coordinator contributes to and assists in the development and implementation of a social media strategy to increase overall reach and program awareness. They will use social media outlets to promote active NUA campaigns, engage the public, and increase online presence. Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 2-3 hours per month. Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: A successful CWC 2021 Event Coordination Assistant will help plan, manage, coordinate, execute, and expand the organization’s participation in the Custom Workroom Conference.
Background: The NUA holds a special event the day before the beginning of the Conference. In 2021, this event will take place in Hampton, VA on October 3rd, 2021, with the Custom Workroom Conference following on October 4th-6th.
Typical responsibilities may include:
Travel commitment: Participation at the event is highly preferred, requiring travel to the event in Hampton, VA. (reimbursement of hotel & entry possible)
Location: This is a remote position for all but the event itself. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their Team Lead, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.
Duties/expectations: The ideal Finance Committee member will represent the organization and work with the Finance Committee to prepare the annual budget, support other committees in managing their budgets, create reports, and assist with planning and meeting fiscal requirements.
Typical responsibilities may include:
Time commitment: This position requires a minimum 6 month commitment for an average of 2 hours per week. Additional hours required during budgeting period (Sep-Dec). Volunteer times are flexible; however, team collaboration may require online meetings at scheduled times.
Location: This is a remote position. You will be working from your own home or office.
Qualifications and requirements:
Training: All volunteers undergo an on-boarding process with their committee chair, who will define specific tasks and timelines and schedule training where necessary.
How to apply/contact information: To apply, fill out a Volunteer Application. Alternatively, you may email us at info@nationalupholsteryassociation.org.