Delaware State Parks Regional Volunteer Manager Position

Introduction

The Division of Parks and Recreation preserves cultural and historic resources, from a Civil War-era fort to elegant estates. And it provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities for Delawareans and visitors. Click on this link for more information about the Delaware State Park Volunteer Program.

Summary Statement

This position is a part of the Division Office of Volunteer and Community Involvement team and will have direct leadership and administration responsibilities for the volunteer programs within a region of parks in the Delaware State Parks system. The principal responsibilities of this position will include direct coordination, administration, and on site leadership of volunteer activity within the assigned parks, scheduling Volunteer Calendar events, recruitment, placement, and selection of volunteers including Hosts, and community groups and volunteers, and developing new volunteer engagement activities.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. •\tProvides volunteer management and coordination duties under the direction of the Office of Volunteer and Community Involvement. •\tRecruits, interviews and selects volunteers. •\tSupervises volunteers and volunteer service projects. •\tMust be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills. •\tAssesses the need for volunteers and volunteer projects through consultation with park personnel. •\tAssigns and places volunteers. •\tConducts volunteer orientation and training. •\tCoordinates volunteer recognition. •\tMaintains and reports on hours of service and other records as required. •\tAssists in Statewide volunteer events as requested. •\tAssists and coordinates with Friends organizations in each park. •\tPerforms other related work as required

Job Requirements

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training. Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Regional Volunteer Manager 1.\tOne year experience in using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases. 2.\tOne year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers. 3.\tKnowledge of natural, cultural, historical resources or parks and recreation. 4.\tKnowledge of public speaking or interpretation. 5.\tPossession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s). This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits. Regional Volunteer Manager will have responsibilities at CHSP, DSSP, IRM: Cape Henlopen (15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE, 19958) Delaware Seashore State Park (39415 Inlet Road, Rehoboth, DE, 19971) Indian River Marina (39415 Inlet Road, Rehoboth, DE, 19971)

Conditions of Hire

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources. Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Selection Process

The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov. The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.