Increase community-based stewardship of the Platte River and associated habitats through a successful volunteer and outreach program at the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center that works in partnership with the Kearney area community.
To support the National Audubon Society's mission - to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds, other wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of humanity and the Earth's biological diversity.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Develop and lead a plan for annual, year-round volunteer recruitment and training in coordination with program staff.
- Develop and lead a plan for annual volunteer retention and recognition in coordination with program staff.
- Promote volunteer program through presentations, marketing at community events, media relations, and producing/distributing marketing materials.
- Expand local engagement in crane season programming and eco-tourism at Rowe Sanctuary. Organizes crane season volunteer schedule in order to fill all needed positions.
- Oversees the annual review and revision of Rowe’s safety procedures, including coordinating training for staff and volunteers.
- Oversees the coordination of volunteer housing, including maintaining and scheduling of Rowe’s volunteer houses, as well as the securement of off-campus additional housing as needed.
- Ensures that the center is staffed with trained volunteer(s) at any time that staff is unavailable to greet visitors and answer phones.
- Assist all staff in filling needed volunteer positions throughout the year.
- Keep current the volunteer handbook detailing guidelines and policies.
- Assist with programs as indicated by Center Director.
- Manage volunteer database.
- Develop and implement a communications plan utilizing social media, the newsletter and other print sources, website, and news media to increase the number of contacts that Rowe Sanctuary has with volunteers annually.
Educational Background:
BS or BA degree in education, science, communications, or related field preferred.
Skills/Experience:
- An engaging and energetic demeanor and the ability to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and potential partners will be fundamental to success.
- A passion for conservation of the natural resources of Nebraska.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and be able to multi-task.
- Minimum of three years of experience preferred in volunteer program or customer service.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office ® software essential.
- Experience working with nonprofit, volunteer-based organizations preferred.
- Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 2 2017
Active Until:
Jan 1 2018
Hiring Organization:
National Audubon Society
industry:
Nonprofit