What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Services Coordinator position at High Plains Library District?
Volunteer Services Coordinator
Pay Grade: 50
Compensation/Benefits: $24.69 - $33.40/hr; Full-time benefits
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Hours: 40 hrs/wk Full-time; Some days, evenings, and weekends
Location: Administration & Support Services Office, Greeley, CO 80631
Department: Administration
Supervisor: Foundation Director
Supervises: None
Deadline for Application: April 17, 2026
Role:
Coordinates volunteer services for the HPLD Friends & Foundation Volunteer program in support of HPLD programming and services.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
45% - VOLUNTEER SERVICES COORDINATION - This support services position actively works with the Foundation Director to support onsite library volunteer coordinators with the Friends Volunteer Program and its processes. Process tasks include but are not limited to:
-work with staff to determine need for volunteer positions
-draft volunteer descriptions
-post volunteer opportunities.
-route completed applications to library staff
-coordinate volunteer reference checks, background checks, orientation and safety trainings
-create and sends volunteer acceptance letters and communications
-create, send and ensure the completion of volunteer agreements
-support library staff with volunteer removal as needed
-manage volunteer membership, recognition
-ensures that benefits are met
Works with the Foundation Director and library staff to draft, maintain and establish guidelines, best practices, policies, and procedures for the Friends Volunteer Program. Promotes volunteer programs through news releases, flyers, public presentations, and internet-based sources. Meets with library Volunteer Coordinators monthly to build relationships and provide additional support. This position requires frequent travel to the libraries of the High Plains Library District to support volunteers. (Essential)
25% - DATA MANAGEMENT- Ensures that all volunteer records and data are regularly stored correctly and updated in database. Maintains volunteer records and membership through data entry, creates, pulls and analyzes reports, records and acknowledges volunteers and memberships in Volunteer Management System, manages records in compliance with state and federal laws, and maintains proper records for the Friends & Foundation and HPLD for insurance purposes in the absence of the Foundation Director. (Essential)
15%- EVENT PLANNING AND COORDINATION – Assists Foundation staff in the planning and implementation of Foundation fundraising events and additional volunteer appreciation throughout the District. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: event set up and clean up with all Friends & Foundation staff, managing and creating volunteer guest lists, managing Friends & Foundation event volunteers, serving as a point of contact for library Volunteer Coordinators and volunteers, and securing and being the point of contact for assigned vendors. (Essential)
10% - CLERICAL - Prepare, file and distribute meeting materials and all volunteer orientation and onboarding materials. Take meeting notes during meetings with librarians and volunteers in the volunteer planner. Makes room arrangements for volunteer onboarding and orientation. Purchase and set up refreshments for volunteer meetings. Assists the Foundation Director with clerical duties as assigned. Provide occasional updates to the Friends & Foundation Board of Directors. (Essential)
5% - OTHER DUTIES – Assists with VISTA Volunteer, Interns, as they are available to the Foundation. Manages Friends & Foundation Volunteers as assigned. Other duties as assigned. (Non-Essential)
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Bachelors Degree
Experience:
Two years experience in similar position
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the critical success factors.
District Success Factors:
Focuses on the customer
Initiative
Contributes to a positive work environment
Strategic thinking
Pursues personal development
Continuous improvement
Takes pride in the workplace
Emotionally intelligent
Tactful
Knowledge of public library operations
Creativity
Job Success Factors:
Knowledge of Nonprofit operations including best principles and practices of a foundation and/or 501c (3)
Knowledge of volunteer services coordination, supervision and management and best practices
Knowledge of public library services and purpose
Knowledge of data and privacy best practices
Skill in verbal and written communications
Skill in reading comprehension and copy writing
Skill in organization and time management
Skill in attention to detail
Skill in clerical tasks
Skill in working on a team
Skill in event planning and coordination
Skill in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, CRMs, volunteer databases, social media platforms, internet, and basic computer operation.
Skill in customer relations
Skill in critical thinking
Skill in multi-tasking
Able to operate with high integrity
Able to convey the mission and vision of HPLD and its Friends & Foundation
Able to effectively represent the Friends & Foundation and HPLD
Able to analyze and solve problems
Able to follow and create processes
Able to transport oneself to various locations throughout service area
Able to use proper grammar orally and in writing
Able to work under pressure
Able to operate various office equipment including copiers and printers
Able to use good judgment
Able to work with confidential information
Able to anticipate needs
Physical Success Factors:
Ability to lift 20 lbs.
Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation, dependent care and medical expenses
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Leave
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
Salary : $25 - $33