Volunteer Coordinator National Infantry Museum Foundation Columbus, GA Job Details Part-time From $16 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Interpersonal skills Volunteer management Customer service Training & development Full Job Description Job Description- Volunteer Coordinator
- Part-Time
- Hourly / Exempt The Volunteer Coordinator works in conjunction with the Director of Education/Volunteer Services and the Weekend Operations Coordinator to support the mission of the National Infantry Museum through the management of the Museum's volunteer staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Volunteer Recruitment:
o Create ongoing healthy relationships with local stakeholders and organizations to ensure growth within our volunteer department. o Arrange and attend, when necessary, off-site outreach programs to recruit volunteers.
Volunteer Management :
o Oversee volunteers on-site, ensuring their work is well-coordinated and aligns with the museum's needs. o Develop, promote, and grow a wide range of positive volunteer opportunities within the organization. o Ensure volunteers are aware of scheduled events at the beginning of each shift o Ensure information binders at the volunteer desk are up-to-date
Training & Development:
o Work with other departmental staff to create and conduct orientation training while providing ongoing training and developing skills among volunteers.
Scheduling:
o Ensure that volunteers are scheduled to support the various areas of operation, including visitor service areas and special events.
Communication & Engagement:
o Be the main point of contact for volunteers and other stakeholders, fostering a sense of community and appreciation. o Proactively work with direct leadership to address volunteer feedback.
Compliance & Policies:
o Ensure all volunteer activities are trained on and comply with the museum's policies and procedures.
Qualifications and skills:
- Previous experience working with volunteers.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency (MS Office-Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Energy and ability to perform physical tasks daily.
- Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
- Proven ability to initiate and follow through on projects independently.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Knowledge of the military community and access to Fort Benning are preferred.
- Ability to work Tuesday-Friday, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
Pay:
From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Life insurance
Work Location:
In person