Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field from an accredited university or college, or related field and two (2) years full-time experience overseeing volunteer programs;

Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certificates and Licenses Required

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso, and proof of motor vehicle insurance. Certified Volunteer Administrator Certification (CVA) preferred.

Responsible in oversight of reporting, developing, and implementing systems procedures, and plans for all aspects of volunteer program operations; develops record-keeping, documentation, and service statistics; calculates service statistics and creates reports; provides leadership and direction in the development of short and long range plans;

Oversees and implements in planning, organizing, facilitating, and coordinating activities, events, and services; provides technical and administrative assistance in support of assigned program area; participates in developing, implementing, and supporting programs related to assigned program area in a manner consistent with Federal and State laws and policy & procedures;

Oversees and implements the developing and managing of an outreach and volunteer recruiting programs; develops and distributes handbooks and/or a variety of outreach and marketing material, such as flyers, advertisements, posters, event guides, newsletters, business cards, signs, and exhibits; assists with outreach strategies; prepares and conducts presentations;

Conducts field studies of performance indicators; performs surveys, and responds to inquiries and concerns regarding program activities;

Develops and provides surveys, reporting systems, and communications to the appropriate individuals or entities; includes concerns that affect the organization;

Maintains personnel files on all program volunteers; coordinates and conducts interviews, screening, and processing of applications; ensures backgrounds are conducted; provides reporting on all volunteer members; ensures adherence to policy and procedures, and annual compliance with all requirements; tracks service hours; assigns duties and creates schedules; manages volunteer leaves, resignations, disciplinary actions including suspension and dismissals; handle all volunteer complaints; ensures appropriate trainings are provided and tracks volunteers attendance;

Identifies, develops, recruits, coordinates, participates and/or presents training and orientation programs for all volunteer members and for the public, including standards, guidelines, plans and records;

Compiles data, researches, evaluates, and reports on program effectiveness; provides recommendations for modifications or improvements; reports deficiencies and follows up on corrective actions;

Assists in investigating problems or complaints; recommends measures to prevent recurrences; responds to concerns by phone, mail, and attendance at meetings and forums;

Acts as liaison for County volunteer services with businesses, news media, civic organizations, outside agencies, and service providers; makes presentations and conducts public and/or employee awareness and outreach activities;

Seeks sponsorship for special events and programs as necessary;

Represents the County and the departments at a variety of meetings including outside boards, groups, recruitment fairs and committees;

Participates in the preparation and administration of the program budget for assigned areas; submits budget recommendations; purchases and maintains equipment and supplies; monitors expenditures;

Prepares reports, meeting agendas and minutes, correspondence, handbooks, manuals, and forms; maintains a variety of files, records, logs, and databases;

Keeps departments updated on program agendas, issues, and initiatives;

Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and

Creates a high-quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

The Volunteer Coordinator under general direction, provides management, compliance, and oversees a program for the express purpose of coordinating volunteer needs of various El Paso County Departments. The incumbent performs all aspects of program administration which includes management of the program and supervision over volunteers.

Reports to: Executive Director of Operations

Directs: Volunteers

Other: Establishes professional working relationships with: Elected Officials, Department Heads, County employees, vendors, citizens, representatives from a wide diversity of businesses, news media, civic organizations, outside agencies, and service providers.

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (some benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following:
HOLIDAYS
16 holidays per year as recognized.
VACATION
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees.
10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service)
15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service)
20 days (15 years of service or over)
SICK LEAVE
Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year.
MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES
Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service
Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends.
MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS

Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates

Effective January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024

Medical
Traditional Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
No Discounts
EE Only $6.12
EE & Spouse $184.71
EE & Children $129.59
EE & Family $302.64
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $6.01
EE & Spouse - $181.02
EE & Children - $127.00
EE & Family - $296.59
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.89
EE & Spouse - $177.32
EE & Children - $124.41
EE & Family - $290.53
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.76
EE & Spouse - $173.63
EE & Children - $121.81
EE & Family - $284.48
Traditional Core Plan
No Discounts
EE Only - $40.84
EE & Spouse - $287.85
EE & Children - $222.44
EE & Family - $455.90
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $40.02
EE & Spouse - $282.09
EE & Children - $217.99
EE & Family - $446.78
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $39.21
EE & Spouse - $276.34
EE & Children -$213.54
EE & Family - $437.66
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $38.39
EE & Spouse - $270.58
EE & Children - $209.09
EE & Family - $428.55

El Paso County - ACO - Hospitals of Providence Network Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) ACO
No Discounts
EE Only $4.97
EE & Spouse $149.94
EE & Children $105.20
EE & Family $245.67
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $4.88
EE & Spouse - $146.94
EE & Children - $103.10
EE & Family - $240.76
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.77
EE & Spouse - $143.94
EE & Children - $100.99
EE & Family - $235.84
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.68
EE & Spouse - $140.94
EE & Children - $98.89
EE & Family - $230.93
Core Plan ACO
No Discounts
EE Only - $33.15
EE & Spouse - $233.66
EE & Children - $180.56
EE & Family - $370.08
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $32.49
EE & Spouse - $228.99
EE & Children - $176.95
EE & Family - $362.68
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $31.82
EE & Spouse - $224.31
EE & Children - $173.34
EE & Family - $355.28
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $31.17
EE & Spouse - $219.64
EE & Children - $169.73
EE & Family - $347.88
El Paso County - Narrow Network - University Medical Center (UMC) Plan Options
Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $5.24
EE & Spouse - $158.27
EE & Children - $111.03
EE & Family - $259.33
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $5.14
EE & Spouse - $155.10
EE & Children - $108.81
EE & Family - $254.13
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $5.04
EE & Spouse - $151.94
EE & Children - $106.59
EE & Family - $248.96
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $4.94
EE & Spouse - $148.77
EE & Children - $104.37
EE & Family - $243.77
Core Plan UMC
No Discounts
EE Only - $35.00
EE & Spouse - $246.64
EE & Children - $190.59
EE & Family - $390.65
2% Tobacco-Free Discount
EE Only - $34.29
EE & Spouse - $241.71
EE & Children - $186.78
EE & Family - $382.84
4% Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $33.59
EE & Spouse - $236.77
EE & Children - $182.97
EE & Family - $375.02
6% Tobacco-Free AND Wellness Screening & HRA Discount
EE Only - $32.90
EE & Spouse - $231.84
EE & Children - $179.15
EE & Family - $367.21

Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21

Dental WITH Medical Plan
EE Only - $0.00
EE & Spouse - $13.63
EE & Children - $27.25
EE & Family - $40.88
Dental WITHOUT Medical Plan
EE Only - $13.63
EE & Spouse - $27.26
EE & Children - $40.88
EE & Family - $54.51

Vision
EE Only - $3.16
EE 1 - $5.05
EE & Family - $8.21

RETIREMENT
Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program.
LIFE INSURANCE
Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days.
SHORT-TERM DISABILITY
The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days.
RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services.
SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM
The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT
Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP)
Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.

EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER
The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.