Volunteer Coordinator

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General Description

This position coordinates KYRS' many volunteers with the needs of the organization.

Experience & Requirements

Good communication skills

Good networking abilities

Assist in achieving our mission, while maintaining volunteer relations

Basic computer knowledge

Strong organization skills; ability to handle multiple projects efficiently and in a timely manner

Maintaining community partnerships

Must be flexible, work well with others, detail-oriented, and self-motivated

Demonstrated commitment to the KYRS mission

Essential Functions

Assist in the creation of meaningful and productive roles in which volunteers may serve and in the recruitment of volunteers from the community.

Provide a central coordinating point for effective volunteer management within the station, and assist staff and volunteer efforts to jointly provide beneficial outcomes.

Encourage underserved/foreign language/multi-ethnic groups for volunteer involvement.

Duties

Assist staff in the development of volunteer jobs and position descriptions.

Oversee and coordinate volunteer recruitment and placement.

Organize volunteer orientations and trainings.

Recruit volunteers for KYRS events/outreach.

Communicate with outreach coordinator and station manager to stay aware of KYRS outreach and benefit events.

Maintain a system of updated records on each volunteer, including dates of service, position held, duties performed, and hours given.

Create volunteer positions that include a description of the purpose and duties of a position, and a timeframe for the performance of the job.

Communicate with volunteers via volunteer newsletter, Facebook, emails and phone.

Maintain a culture of community for volunteers, i.e. volunteer potlucks, etc.

Attend staff meetings.

Report regularly to station manager.