Volunteer Coordinator

Volunteer Coordinator

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.

Location: Charleston Corps – Charleston, South Carolina

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $16.00 - $18.00/Hourly

• Plan, schedule, and assign work of volunteers and community service workers; instruct volunteers in proper methods and procedures; check and approve work in progress and upon completion to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Ensure that background checks are conducted on all volunteers in accordance with Salvation Army policy before they are placed in their assigned positions; conduct written evaluations of volunteer performance.
• Work with department heads to determine the program’s volunteer needs and discuss qualifications of specific volunteer applicants; follow up with department heads to verify that assignments are satisfactory regarding volunteer abilities, type of work, and faithfulness to fulfill assignments.
• Help schedule and supervise individuals seeking to volunteer at the facility to complete Community Service hours.
• Orient volunteers to Salvation Army services and positions; assist volunteers in completing applications, required background checks, confidentiality commitments, and photo releases.
• Help train and coordinate the work of volunteers; assist in identifying and recommending changes in assignment and termination of volunteers.
• Maintain a calendar of upcoming volunteer activities and projects.
• Share meaningful opportunities for volunteers to utilize passion to further mission; give recognition for volunteer efforts ensuring success and satisfaction.
• Attend volunteer fairs; plan and coordinate an annual volunteer appreciation luncheon and ongoing volunteer recognition.
• Communicate the need for volunteers via written form and telephone to the Volunteer Center and to participating businesses, schools, and clubs.
• Arrange and conduct tours by groups and/or individuals within the Salvation Army facilities.
• Assist Corps Officers in planning and implementing special events including fundraising events.
• Assist with Gift-In-Kind solicitation and cultivate relationships with potential donors.
• In times of disaster, represent the Salvation Army to the County Emergency Operation Center and coordinate volunteers to assist in response, recovery, and restoration phases; remain flexible and cooperative.

• Prepare and maintain up-to-date records and databases of volunteer information; prepare annual report regarding the status of the volunteer program; provide volunteers and community service workers with documentation of hours worked.
• Prepare and mail follow-up letters, confirmation letters, and letters of appreciation; ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Photocopy, sort, and staple packet materials for tour groups, volunteer applications, and other paperwork necessary for placement and recordkeeping.

• Assist in planning and coordinating the Christmas programs; assist Angel Tree Coordinator with logistics and provide resources as needed.
• Monitor the work of employee and volunteer bell ringers ensuring ample staff to meet location needs; prepare records and reports.
• Perform work for special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Reports monthly to the Corps Officer detailing current projects and special event status.

• Knowledge of The Salvation Army social services programs.
• Knowledge of volunteer recruitment methods and practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to prepare accurate and complete records and reports.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers.
• Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conduct all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Ability…