Volunteer Services Coordinator III
About The Position
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals. CPS Volunteer Services Coordinator III- This position serves as the Community Coordinator for Tarrant County and is responsible for organizing local community initiatives to support the Tarrant County Child Protective Services program for the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services. Work involves organizing and implementing several major projects each year, and overseeing, coordinating, and promoting a volunteer services program to assist with these projects. This position provides public awareness about child abuse and neglect and develops relationships with community boards and partners. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
- Previous experience in coordinating community events involving volunteer services and fundraising efforts OR previous experience working for Child Protective Services or a related child welfare agency.
- This position requires use of the applicant's personal vehicle at times to complete job functions.
- Applicants for positions must have a reliable vehicle and a current, valid Texas driver's license appropriate for the vehicle and passenger or cargo load.
- Applicants must provide proof of insurance and license.
- Knowledge of Child Protective Services (CPS) programs, policies, procedures, organizational operations, and client service needs
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to CPS
- Knowledge of community resources and law enforcement contacts
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with the external community
- Skill in effective written and verbal communications including public speaking
- Skill in personal computer use and applicable software such as Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to originate ideas and strategies for communicating the agency message
- Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and professions
- Ability to develop materials and documents for distribution internally and externally in a professional manner
- Ability to provide information, training and support to agency staff and external entities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
- Ability to perform a wide variety of job-related tasks and work independently
- Ability to use sound judgment when assessing job duties, complaints from the community, and assignment of special projects
- Ability to organize and prioritize job assignments
- Ability to travel locally within Tarrant County
- Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed, especially during the month of December
- Ability to lift and move boxes of donations and supplies as needed. The incumbent typically performs work that requires him/her to exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Responsibilities
- Plans, develops, and provides support for community projects and programs that support the agency
- Assists in preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures for volunteer programs
- Coordinates the recruitment, selection and training of volunteers
- Prepares program reports and other documentation as requested by the Tarrant County CPS Board and Community Partners of Tarrant County
- Provides training, leadership, public awareness and education for staff and local community organizations
- Solicits contributions for funding projects and ensures that contributions and donations are properly handled and acknowledged
- Represents the agency to local Tarrant County community groups
- Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations
- Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy
Benefits
- 100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members
- Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Optional dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
- Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
