Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator

rancho cielo is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of underserved and at-risk youth by providing education, vocational training, counseling, and life skills development. In partnership with john muir charter school, we support students in earning their high school diploma while preparing them for success in their careers and lives.

rancho cielo is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of underserved and at-risk youth by providing education, vocational training, counseling, and life skills development. In partnership with john muir charter school, we support students in earning their high school diploma while preparing them for success in their careers and lives.

the volunteer & special events coordinator is responsible for leading rancho cielo’s volunteer engagement efforts and coordinating fundraising, community engagement, and donor stewardship events. This position recruits, places, trains, supports, and recognizes volunteers while also overseeing event planning, logistics, committees, vendors, registration, and day-of execution. Working collaboratively with staff, donors, sponsors, volunteers, businesses, and community partners, the coordinator helps create meaningful volunteer experiences and successful events that advance rancho cielo’s mission and fundraising goals.

non-exempt, full-time

regular schedule to be determined; occasional evening and weekend work is required to support events and volunteer activities.

$31.25 - $38.50 per hour. Starting pay will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications.

• reports to the director of philanthropy.
• provides direction and support to volunteers as appropriate.

• collaborate with the director of philanthropy, program staff, and administration to identify current and future volunteer needs.
• recruit volunteers by building relationships with businesses, industry groups, service organizations, volunteer centers, educational institutions, and community partners.
• interview prospective volunteers to identify their skills, interests, availability, and appropriate placement opportunities.
• coordinate with hr regarding required volunteer screening and background checks and state‑mandated reporter training.
• maintain accurate and current volunteer records, skills, placements, and hours in the organization’s crm.
• identify meaningful volunteer opportunities throughout rancho cielo and match volunteers with appropriate assignments.
• develop and maintain written descriptions of volunteer assignments and expectations.
• onboard, orient, and train volunteers.
• monitor volunteer placements and make adjustments as needed to ensure successful experiences for volunteers and staff.
• evaluate volunteer participation and experience through surveys, feedback, and other appropriate methods.
• manage volunteer timesheets and hour tracking and prepare annual reports regarding volunteer participation and total hours contributed.
• develop and implement volunteer recognition efforts throughout the year, including an annual volunteer recognition day.
• collaborate with the marketing team on volunteer recruitment and engagement campaigns.
• partner with programming and academic teams to support service‑learning opportunities.
• identify opportunities for continued engagement, including philanthropic support when appropriate.

• plan and execute rancho cielo's fundraising, donor stewardship, volunteer, and community engagement events.
• coordinate and support special events and fundraising activities, including rancho cielo’s signature…