Volunteer Activities Coordinator Iii

Introduction

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. DPSCS is one of the largest departments in Maryland, with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. We promote safety, strengthen security at our institutions, and lead innovative restorative justice projects that help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

Opportunities for advancement, professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and more—are available for all employees.

ASTD
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Somerset County
30420 Revells Neck Road
Westover, Maryland 21890

Volunteer Activities Coordinator III is responsible for developing and planning a comprehensive volunteer services program in a state facility. The incumbent directs and supervises volunteer activities, educates the community on the value of volunteers, and may supervise support staff, students, and volunteers.

Planning & Directing Volunteer Programs:

• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, interns, staff, and volunteer visitors entering the facilities, including background checks, interviews, paperwork coordination, orientation, and security.
• Recruit and coordinate student interns, maintaining contact between agencies and college liaisons.
• Recommend amendments to volunteer directives, establish guidance documents, and provide training materials.
• Serve as point of contact for initial volunteer complaints, issues, and inquiries.

Related Administrative Duties:

• Handle special administrative assignments requiring knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Serve on committees to design evaluative tools, review policies, and develop initiatives using industry best practices.
• Prepare periodic performance evaluations of volunteers.
• Write reports, correspondence, newsletters, and other documents related to volunteer programs.

Applicants must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered for hire:

• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited high school or a high‑school equivalency certificate.
• Experience:
  
  Three years of planning, coordinating, and evaluating volunteer activities.
• Credit Substitutions: 30 college credits may be substituted for one year of experience, and one year of experience may be substituted for one year of education.

• Motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland for employees performing duties requiring vehicle operation.
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation, completed as required.

• Fluent in spoken and written English; respectful and effective communication with diverse populations.
• Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, or another language is a plus.
• Must provide a reachable telephone number for the facility.

Include sufficient information on your application to demonstrate qualifications. All information must be submitted by the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.

Submit a complete record of related experience and education; the assessment may rate your education, training, and experience against position requirements.

• Health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
• Personal Leave:
  Six (6) personnel days annually (prorated).
• Annual Leave:
  Ten (10) days per year.
• Sick Leave:
  Fifteen (15) days per year.
• Parental Leave:
  Up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon birth or adoption.
• Holidays:
  At least twelve (12) state holidays per year.
• Pension:
  Credit toward a retirement pension.

Resumes will not be accepted. Applications should be submitted online; if online submission is not possible, email the paper application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents to Tiara.

Mills. All materials must be received by the closing date. Only additional materials explicitly requested will be accepted.

For assistance with online application submission, contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division p or .

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.