Volunteer Coordinator | Franklin First UMC

Franklin First UMC

Franklin First United Methodist Church is a vibrant, growing congregation in the heart of historic Franklin, Tennessee. Founded in 1799, we’ve been part of this community for over two centuries—and we’re still just as passionate about living out our mission to seek first the Kingdom of God and make disciples of Jesus Christ to transform the world.

Each week, over 900 people gather for worship, classes, and age-level ministries. But our impact goes far beyond Sunday mornings. We offer a wide variety of classes and small groups designed to help people grow in their faith, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting impact in our community. We serve our community by donating over 20,000 pounds of produce each year through our Giving Garden, providing safe overnight shelter for those experiencing homelessness, and hosting monthly songwriter nights that celebrate creativity and community—our church family is deeply committed to loving our neighbors in tangible ways.

Our beautiful 105-acre campus provides space for worship, ministry, and connection with nature. It’s a place where faith takes root and grows—in people, in community, and in service.

We’re currently seeking a Volunteer Coordinator who shares our heart for ministry and our desire to make our little corner of Williamson County look as much like the Kingdom of Heaven as possible.

Come join us as we live out our calling to love God, love people, and bring hope to the world.

Persons interested in this position should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Hank Hilliard  email subject line should state “Volunteer Coordinator Application.”

The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and supporting volunteers across the church’s ministries. This role serves as the primary liaison between volunteers, ministry leaders, and church staff, ensuring individuals are thoughtfully matched to roles that align with their gifts and interests.

The Volunteer Coordinator designs, implements, and manages the church’s volunteer processes, including volunteer databases, training systems, scheduling, communication, and appreciation efforts. This position supports ministry leaders through consistent communication and coordination, helping advance the mission and ministry of the church.

The Volunteer Coordinator works closely with church staff and lay leadership to cultivate a strong culture of service and volunteer engagement, supporting the long‑term vision of Franklin First United Methodist Church to “Seek first the Kingdom of God.”

This job description is intended to describe the general content and requirements of this position and should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

• Lead the church’s efforts to build and sustain a culture of volunteerism where the congregation is aware of opportunities, equipped to serve, and actively engaged in ministry and community service.
• Collaborate with pastors and ministry leaders to develop, maintain, and regularly update a comprehensive list of volunteer roles and ministry needs; communicate those needs clearly to the congregation.
• Develop and manage systems for assessing, onboarding, equipping volunteers through assessments, orientations, and training opportunities.
• Create role descriptions and match volunteers to appropriate roles (ushers, greeters, teachers, event support, Giving Garden, Room in the Inn, etc.).
• Manage volunteer scheduling through the church database; prepare and print weekly greeter and usher schedules.
• Maintain regular communication with volunteers, staff, and ministry leaders; provide ongoing support, feedback, and problem‑solving assistance. Collaborate with ministry leaders on large volunteer‑driven events such as Easter, Vacation Bible School, and Christmas Eve.
• Communicate consistently with volunteers to express appreciation, encourage engagement, and foster long‑term commitment.
• Manage Safe Sanctuaries training requirements and maintain accurate volunteer records and documentation.
• Plan and coordinate regular volunteer recruitment…