Volunteer Coordinator

PART-TIME Volunteer Coordinator

General Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the oversight of the Wildlife In Need Center

(WINC) volunteer program including recruitment, engagement, scheduling and

retention of volunteers for all areas of the organization. The Volunteer

Coordinator (VC) is responsible for supporting and motivating volunteers to

ensure they enjoy, appreciate, and understand their valued contributions to the

WINC mission. The VC is also responsible for compliance with organizational

policies and procedures, and any directives issued by agencies governing the

animal care activities of WINC. This part-time position reports to the Director of

Animal Care.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Recruit and provide orientation for all new volunteers

• Provide assistance and support with volunteer training

• Facilitate the scheduling of animal care and baby bird feeding volunteers

• Act as a communication liaison between staff and volunteers to assess and

meet needs across the organization as well as oversight and management

of active volunteers

• Responsible for organizing and coordinating group/work/scout projects

• Effectively coordinates and manages the volunteer activity and

programming for the center

• Ensure that volunteer hours are collected and reported to the Director of

Operations

• Ensures that a pleasant and professional image of the organization is always

presented to the public

• Maintains and enhances volunteer orientation materials to ensure that

content is accurate, materials are in good order, and the organization’s

mission and vision statements are reflected accurately

• Assist in the resolution of volunteer/staff issues

• Maintains accurate volunteer program records

• Compliance with established procedures and applicable regulations

• Organize, attend the volunteer appreciation party and volunteer events

• Work to ensure a healthy and positive work environment for our volunteers

Additional Responsibilities:

• Enter volunteer information into the appropriate database and manage

volunteer files

• Provide support to the Director of Operations, Animal Care Director and the

Education Coordinator

• Seek supportive services as needed to meet the position objectives, e.g.,

request specific training or identify a need for specialized equipment, seek

assistance with phoning to schedule shadowing for new animal care

volunteers

• Other duties as assigned

• Continuously contribute to a teamwork environment

Qualifications:

• Must have excellent organization, time management, team management,

and communication skills

• Possess a strong personal work ethic, positive attitude, superior public

relations skills, have a high level of integrity, and is flexible and adaptable

• Possess computer proficiency

• Possess a willingness to work, grow and evolve in a team environment and

possess the skills and ability to work independently

Compensation:

This is a part-time, 12 hours per week, position receiving $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

based on experience, paid bi-monthly.

To apply: Please submit a resume, three professional references and cover letter

explaining how your qualifications fit the requirements of this position Elisa Fosco

at Lfosco@HelpingWildlife.org.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Microsoft Word: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15