Job Summary:

The Volunteer Coordinator will administer all aspects of the organizations volunteer program including recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, screens, trains, and supervises (or assigns) volunteer staff.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Communicates with all departments of the organization to identify available opportunities and needs for volunteers.
• Recruits volunteer staff to fit these roles using a variety of resources and techniques.
• Gathers information about each volunteers skills, availability, and goals; matches volunteers with appropriate opportunities based on this data.
• Schedules, coordinates, and assigns volunteers to appropriate departments, supervisors, and/or mentors.
• Regularly communicates with volunteers to ensure placement is a good fit for individuals skills and goals.
• Maintains files, records, applications, and other data concerning volunteer program.
• Drafts, maintains, and publishes guidelines, best practices, and procedures for volunteer program.
• Coordinates volunteer recognition and appreciation events and activities.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate and encourage others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in related field highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.