We are looking for a competent Volunteer Coordinator to recruit and manage volunteers.
The Volunteer Coordinator will be responsible for allocating volunteers to their responsibilities and retaining the best people and overseeing assignments.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Works with others to determine current needs for volunteers and to develop strategies for volunteer recruitment and placement (not including policy volunteers).
- Recruits diverse volunteer pools across multiple dimensions of diversity. Screens volunteers and forwards copies of applications to appropriate supervisors.
- On-boards and develops staff and volunteers for success. Ensures volunteers receive applicable training and support from appropriate staff/sources.
- Identifies and builds relationships with internal and/or external partners or key stakeholders (e.g., Bounce, high schools and colleges, Montclair Run, etc…) to support programs and/or projects.
- Makes presentations to outside groups regarding the benefits of volunteering at the YMCA.
- Maintains volunteer files, tracks and reports volunteer hours, and generates volunteer reports on a monthly basis.
- Working within the Human Resources department to facilitate background checks, on-boarding, policy and review, and handbook acknowledgment. Responsible for communicating federal and state compliance.
- Interview, screens and assigns all volunteers to respective departments as needed. Coordinates volunteer support needs and recruits accordingly.
- Develop on boarding and exit process of external volunteers tracking related information.
- Track and maintain statistical information, hours, and contact information, area of interest, skillsets, certifications, and education.
- Represents, promotes and coordinates the Volunteer Program, including Togetherhood, throughout the community and association.
- Coordinates volunteer stewardship and recognition events: Volunteer of the month awards, Annual Volunteer Recognition event, Recognizes volunteers via communication internally and externally in formal or informal settings.
Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
Skills/Experience:
- YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
- One to two years of related experience preferred (e.g., as a coordinator of people or activities).
- Ability to use typical business software and office equipment.
- Minimum 2-years previous experience hiring and supervising staff.
- Must be able to work independently.
- Understanding of the role of volunteerism within the YMCA.
Compensation/Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and employer-sponsored life insurance
- YMCA Retirement Fund – Employer-paid at 10% of annual salary
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Membership opportunity
- Reductions on program fees
- A pleasant atmosphere
Hourly: $17.00 - $19.50
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Listing Stats
Post Date:
Aug 11 2019
Active Until:
Sep 11 2019
Hiring Organization:
YMCA of the USA
industry:
Nonprofit