Volunteer Coordinator (4160)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Sanford, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for: Recruits, enrolls, and trains volunteers for service projects within the Corps; helps supervise volunteers; prepares and distributes letters to volunteers; collects, organizes, and maintains volunteer information; assists in the preparation of volunteer activity reports.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D., and One year of experience recruiting people to perform work on a volunteer basis preferred, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, and assigns work of volunteers
Instructs volunteers in proper methods and procedures
Checks and approves work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy and completeness as well as compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures
Works with department heads to determine the program’s volunteer needs and to discuss qualifications of specific volunteer applicants.
Helps schedule and supervise individuals seeking to volunteer at the facility in order to complete Community Service hours.
Orients volunteers to The Salvation Army services and positions
Assists volunteers in completing applications, any required background checks, confidentiality commitments, and photo releases.
Maintains a calendar of upcoming volunteer activities and projects.