Volunteer Specialist

Volunteer Specialist

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith‑based organization dedicated to helping those in need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Colorado ans each year. Services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart, and ultimately the spirit of those we serve, building and strengthening communities.

The Volunteer Specialist is responsible for recruiting, orienting, and engaging individual volunteers and volunteer groups in Volunteers of America (VOA) Colorado’s Southwest Colorado programs. This position also manages the intake, organization, and record‑keeping of volunteer data, including youth, families, adults, and groups, and prepares reporting.

• Recruit, select, orient, and place individual and group volunteers in VOA Colorado programs throughout Southwest Colorado.
• Coordinate application processes, background checks, safety/confidentiality training, and Safehouse orientation for all volunteers.
• Lead and supervise volunteer‑led activities for shelter guests, including maintenance, meal prep, and donation sorting.
• Maintain accurate volunteer data, including hours served, in compliance with legal and regulatory standards, using Salesforce.
• Develop relationships with local businesses, civic groups, faith communities, and schools to build a pipeline of engaged volunteers.
• Coordinate house and yard maintenance projects, and manage the service calendar involving providers, vendors, groups, and volunteers.
• Assist with grant reporting related to volunteer contributions and impact.
• Represent VOA Colorado in regional volunteer networks and community events to amplify program awareness and engagement.

• Directly supervise individual and group volunteers, ensuring clarity of roles, safety, and meaningful engagement.

• Requires lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds. Driving short distances is required.
• Bending, climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, balancing, standing, sitting, hand/foot motions, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, and thinking are frequently used.
• A combination of office and field work; flexible to work some evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move for long periods during events or projects (up to 10 hours).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for donation sorting or event setup.

• Full time
• Hourly, typically M–F 8:00–4:30
• Weekends and evenings as needed (approximately 1× a month)

• Durango Community Shelter

$22.00–$24.00/hour (non‑exempt)

• Vacation Time
• Separate Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Personal Days
• Volunteer/Wellness Day
• Tuition Assistance
• Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Life Lock with Norton
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer.

Not offered for this role.

Veterans strongly encouraged to apply.

• Models VOA Colorado’s AIRS values:
  Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Service.
• Embodies the organization’s virtues:
  Hungry, Humble, and People Smart (HHS).
• Demonstrates servant‑leadership through transparency, joyfulness, and compassion.
• Maintains a trauma‑informed, client‑centered approach to all work.
• Displays high energy, emotional intelligence, and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience. Minimum one‑year supervisory or administrative experience.
• At least one year of experience in volunteer coordination, supervision, or administrative support.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.

• Six months of direct service experience with vulnerable or at‑risk…