Volunteer Services Coordinator

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The YWCA has an opportunity for a Volunteers Services Coordinator. Volunteer Services supports a number of programs and events within the organization.  This dynamic position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Volunteer Coordinator to make a significant contribution to the YWCA.

- }- p% C7 b0 p4 E) ~5 ?& eThis is a full-time position working 37.5 hours/week.   The Volunteer Services Coordinator reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
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9 Z' ^* O7 o7 r# {Job Responsibilities:

OPERATIONS
6 g( ~4 e5 i' F( w•        Responsible for the development, orientation, coordination, recruitment, screening, training and integration of volunteers into YWCA programs, services and special events.
•        Assist in development and implementation of policies and procedures for volunteer services.
/ N2 {" u6 u6 Z6 M% w( s8 b•        Maintain the volunteer files and update the database using Raisers Edge
•        Ensure that appropriate training is provided, on an on-going basis while giving volunteers opportunities to expand their knowledge, expertise and skills.
5 g* t) Z! l  x) Z9 G9 @•        Develop and implement a comprehensive volunteer recognition program.
- F* z9 S' Z1 Z1 z7 C6 M& I+ Q•        Measure and report on key volunteer metrics including satisfaction, engagement, turnover and volunteer hours.
/ ]5 h/ [0 {! N•        Identify and implement best practices in regards to volunteer development.
( b( l1 y1 Y! Q' _•        Facilitate placement of  practicum students, and grant-funded personnel throughout the agency, in order to provide appropriate career development opportunities
6 m0 ~7 Y! _- s8 \  ^•        Collaborate with other agencies to provide suitable placements for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. Orient volunteers and their support workers, schedule work-dates and provide direct supervision when required

& x( O% @! y7 s4 j1 ^' l5 PSPECIAL EVENT PLANNING
•        Plan and execute the Power of Being a Girl Conference, in consultation with the CEO
, f2 @( s7 j( B6 Z- ~9 Q% _6 d•        Book the venue and speakers, register participants, provide on-site logistics and complete the post event wrap up

+ \+ {- f# j7 P/ W3 y7 SADMINISTRATION
•        Develop and maintain job descriptions for each volunteer position
# _4 Z5 t- w) O$ i: n- K•        Maintain secure volunteers files in accordance with privacy legislation
  b5 P; q; f6 C9 {•        Provide feedback on volunteers’ performance, as appropriate
•        Ensure Human Resource policies and procedures are adhered to within the department
•        Maintain an up-to-date Policy and Procedures manual for the department and develop new policies and procedures as required
•        Ensure that all forms related to volunteer recruitment and placement are up to date and implemented throughout the agency
) {3 s) }/ V! \0 q: z•        Develop resource and orientation materials for Volunteer Services
•        Maintain monthly and yearly volunteer statistics for reporting purposes
•        Prepare a regular monthly program report

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+ ~' A+ P$ i. A& {. R# aFINANCE
•        Ensure the program operates within approved budget and be familiar with potential variances
•        Prepare volunteer statistics for grant and funding applications, for this program and other programs within the agency. Provide supporting documentation when required
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/ V- N2 }& R7 @$ M5 y1 aINTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONS
0 C8 [2 o4 m2 e•        Act as liaison to the Y-Knit group of volunteers
* ~0 k# \" V/ U) y2 x•        Act as agency’s liaison to other volunteer organizations (e.g. Volunteer Management Group, Volunteer Alberta)
•        Follow up with correspondence to outside agency volunteers as appropriate
, l" [: \* O% ?! o1 |; V) l, F•        Attend external functions such as volunteer fairs, trade shows, and special events as required

! Y0 |- S- X% W" d$ @6 r" o1 ]; UQualifications:
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•        Minimum 2 years experience in Volunteer Coordination
  Z' j( F0 y2 X7 w•        Excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking ability
•        Demonstrated superior volunteer supervision skills
•        Collaborative working style and excellent interpersonal skills
•        Ability to work to meet deadlines and to work under pressure
•        Ability to work in a team-based environment, with cross-functional work teams on projects
8 S7 i3 u1 \8 |  R$ u4 o4 Q•        Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality
•        Knowledge of Raisers Edge software would be beneficial
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6 F+ ^8 \0 z/ J9 O7 ?; Q* ]0 x7 QHow to apply:
Please submit all resumes to the Recruitment Coordinator:
1 x* x- ?$ ~4 D" pEmail: recruitment@ywcaofedmonton.org
8 J- a3 U+ T$ T. P" n$ QFax: 780-425-7467
; {# i. H; k2 ]% K( B% C# YApplication deadline: October 29, 2010