Volunteer Coordinator

Klickitat County•Goldendale and White Salmon, WA

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About The Position

The Volunteer Coordinator administers all aspects of Klickitat County Senior Services’ Volunteer Connection Program, including recruiting, training, and supervising volunteers. This is a non-exempt, temporary part-time position working 24 hours per week through June 2027. The role serves Goldendale and White Salmon, Washington, and pays $21.97–$24.73 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The first review date is October 27, 2026; the position remains open until filled. The coordinator develops volunteer opportunities and partnerships, supports volunteer engagement and recognition, represents the program to the public, and manages volunteer-related events, records, outreach, and administrative work. The position requires travel throughout Klickitat County and availability for some evening and weekend work.

Requirements

Ability to build rapport with diverse individuals and understand differences in backgrounds, skills, and abilities.
Ability to work with people who have differing interests and opinions and to build effective teams in a volunteer environment.
Ability to speak knowledgeably and enthusiastically about the KCSS/Volunteer Connection mission, programs, and initiatives, and explain the impact of volunteer work.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Computer skills and knowledge.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Good leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Emotional maturity and the ability to maintain perspective in difficult situations.
Ability to interact effectively with volunteers at all levels while remaining flexible.
Ability to motivate others to excellence.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
At least one year of experience in volunteer recruitment and coordination, human resources, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to cultivate volunteers and engage volunteer groups with enthusiasm and professionalism.
Ability to work independently and travel throughout Klickitat County.
Availability for some non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends.
Valid state driver’s license in the state of residence.

Nice To Haves

Prior work with volunteer programs and coordination is a plus.

Responsibilities

Organize, coordinate, and manage volunteer recruitment.
Provide orientation and training for new volunteers, keeping sessions current and engaging.
Maintain a diverse volunteer force.
Help develop and update appropriate training materials.
Work with the director and operations manager to provide meaningful volunteer service opportunities.
Suggest events that benefit seniors and volunteers and advance the mission of KCSS and Volunteer Connection.
Suggest and implement volunteer appreciation events.
Conduct public relations to explain KCSS and Volunteer Connection and encourage community involvement.
Develop partnerships with social, civic, and local organizations.
Send volunteer surveys and hold focus groups to maintain open communication with volunteers.
Speak on behalf of the KCSS/Volunteer Connection program.
Maintain volunteer sites and volunteer match.
Conduct periodic volunteer evaluations.
Plan and organize events, including site selection, logistics, purchasing supplies, promotion, scheduling, and serving as the primary event contact.
Participate in fundraising and community outreach throughout Klickitat County.
Manage the volunteer database.
Perform other administrative, management, and related duties as assigned.