Volunteer Director

The Volunteer Director will develop, promote, and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the organization. This individual will recruit, interview, train, and place applicants in volunteer roles. 

JOB TITLE:  Volunteer Director  

REPORTS TO: The Executive Director at St. Francis Seraph Ministries (SFSM), a nonprofit organization building upon the legacy of the Franciscan Friars in service to the poor and marginalized in Over-the-Rhine.

PURPOSE:  The Volunteer Director will develop, promote, and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the organization. This individual will recruit, interview, train, and place applicants in volunteer roles.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:        

• Ensure volunteers are staffed to support the various areas of operation for all of the programs.
• Maintain role descriptions for each volunteer assignment.
• Survey program directors regularly to assess their need for volunteers.
• Recommend the most efficient use of volunteers to support each program.

• Schedule all volunteer activity for programs and events.
• With the executive director, develop policies and procedures and standards for volunteer service.
• Evaluate on a regular basis the various aspects of the volunteer program to ensure quality and effectiveness and volunteer satisfaction.
• Obtain volunteer feedback through comment forms and surveys.
• Organize volunteer recognition programs and other special events.
• Host and attend various recruiting events within the community to attract and maintain qualified candidates.
• Use social media and various websites to recruit volunteers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other volunteer organizations within the area.
• Interview individuals interested in volunteering and enter their information into the volunteer database.
• Schedule and conduct orientation and training for volunteers.
• Maintain accurate records and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with diverse groups of people.
• Strong skills in marketing, training, and/or customer service.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Commitment to the mission and values of SFSM.

 Competitive salary and benefits package. This is a full-time exempt position.

Applicants: Please send cover letter and resume to Mary Pat Raupach at mpraupach@sfsministries.org. On the subject line of your email, please type Volunteer Director.