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Cobb County Government

Juvenile Court Volunteer Coordinator

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What they do

A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.

$48,693 / year median in Georgia

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

This is a grant-funded position within Juvenile Court that serves as the Volunteer Coordinator for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. The current grant funding extends through September 30, 2026, with the potential for continued employment pending an approved grant extension. Please list experience working with volunteers in the work history section of the application. Applicant must be able to work flexible hours, some evenings, and some weekends, with advance notice. Develops, coordinates, implements, and oversee the volunteer program consistent with the mission and goals of the Juvenile Court. Uses a variety of recruitment and retention strategies to recruit, cultivate, and steward a sustainable pool of volunteers. Coordinates, conducts, and facilitates training for volunteers. Supervises and evaluates volunteers. May coach and counsel volunteers on all relevant personnel issues and concerns. Serves as a liaison between Juvenile Court staff and volunteers; meets with leadership team to determine the type and level of volunteer service needs; resolves problems. Performs a variety of administrative tasks including developing and/or revising policies and procedures, preparing presentations and maintaining data records and files. Manages and maintains a volunteer database, including tracking volunteer hours, r ecords on activities and performance of volunteers, preparing reports, as needed. Works with the County communications department to develop and implement marketing and information strategies including public information releases, internal and external communications, audio-visual materials and website and social media updates related to the Juvenile Court volunteer program. Develops and maintains cooperative efforts and relationships with public and private agencies, organizations, associations and groups to promote volunteer programs. Interviews prospective volunteers, conducts orientation for those selected, and makes work assignments on the basis of individual interests, abilities, time available for duty, and the needs of the Court. The candidate must be able to edit reports and documents for accuracy, relevancy, and grammar. Serves as a liaison between volunteers and internal/external collateral entities to promote advocacy for court involved children. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field ; supplemented by two years experience working with volunteers, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors and sounds. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Environmental Factors Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.