Volunteer Coordinator
Applications are now being accepted for the Volunteer Coordinator position at the Thompson Community Centre. This administrative position works with City/Association supervisor to develop, implement, maintain, and evaluate a volunteer program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Programming
Develop, implement, maintain and evaluate a Community Association volunteer program.
Supervisory
Recruit, screen, interview and train potential volunteers for programs and special events; evaluate volunteer skills and deploy to appropriate assignments; compose position job descriptions as required.
May supervise activities assigned to volunteers; prepare and present orientation modules to potential volunteers
Customer Service / Communication
Establish and maintain regular communication with volunteers; track volunteer hours and maintain data base; develop a volunteer recognition program.
Liaise with other related organizations, agencies and community groups
Safety/ Risk Management
Develop safety/risk assessment for a volunteer program with the City/Association supervisor
Administrative
Evaluate components of volunteer program (recruitment, training and recognition) for effectiveness; recommend and implement approved changes; monitor and update admission criteria to the volunteer program.
Prepare and implement the volunteer program’s annual operating plan; establish and manage an annual budget in conjunction with City/Association supervisor including volunteer needs assessment
Train and support City/Association staff who directly oversee volunteers
Maintain records relating to volunteers including communications with volunteers, community relations activities and events
Responsible to fill out accident report forms
Other related duties as assigned and may vary according to facility
Required Qualifications
- Grade 12 plus two years of post-secondary education and/or two years equivalent of education and experience
- 1-2 years of experience in volunteer management
- Basic computer skills
- Previous volunteering experience
- Knowledge of community resources
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Criminal record check
- Standard or Emergency First Aid & CPR
Desirable Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree/diploma in social science, non-profit management & human resources management
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Experience working with people from diverse cultures
- Second language
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Previous experience in public relations or fundraising
Hour of Work and Remuneration
- 20 hours/week
- Flexible hours – Evenings and weekends required
- $18.88/hr plus benefits
Submission Deadline:
Applicant should submit a detailed resume with optional cover letter that reflects their knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position, no later than 5:00 p.m., March 23, 2010 to:
Angela Lim
Program Committee Chair, Thompson Community Association
5151Granville Ave
Richmond, BC V7C 1E6
Fax: 604-718-8433
E-mail (Adobe PDF or MS Word format only): thompson@richmond.ca
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.
This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
