Volunteer Coordinator (Grant-Funded)
Volunteer Coordinator (Grant-Funded)
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Why Join Team SB
Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development
Consider joining the City of San Bernardinos Parks Recreation & Community Services Department as aVolunteer Coordinator (Grant-Funded)!
About the City:As a future member of our team youll be joining a city with deep roots cultural diversity and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern Californias Inland Empire San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County home to more than 222000 residents. Its rich history shaped by Native American Mexican and Spanish influences continues to inspire the citys evolving identity.San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors natural beauty and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. Its a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose and where motivated professionals can grow contribute and be part of something meaningful.
About the Position:
The Volunteer Coordinator participates in planning coordinating implementing promoting and overseeing activities for senior volunteer programs. They support the Senior Companion Program Coordinator with daily tasks related to the recruitment and retention of volunteer companions.
Note:This Volunteer Coordinator position is grant-fundedandcontingent upon continued funding availability. Employment in this role does not guarantee permanent status and may be subject to reduction or elimination if grant funding is reduced or discontinued.What Youll Be Doing Here
The Ideal Candidate:- Possesses the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information precisely verbally and in writing.
- Skilled in resolving conflicts and addressing concerns in a professional and effective manner.
- Collaborates with other department staff and coordinates volunteer efforts effectively.
- Has strong abilities to multitask prioritize tasks and time management.
A Day in the Life Consists of:
As a Volunteer Coordinator your day focuses on supporting the Senior Companion Program. Youll recruit train and place volunteers monitor their progress and ensure meaningful community impact. Daily tasks may include:Coordinating volunteer orientations trainings and placements.
Promoting programs and maintaining outreach materials.
Managing timesheets reports and client care plans.
Partnering with local agencies for volunteer sites.
Planning volunteer recognition events.
Supporting volunteers and resolving issues as needed.
What You Need to Qualify
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
AND
Two (2) years of progressively responsible recreational or community services program coordination experience or a combination of training and experience.
Experience with the administration of senior program services or the recruitment and assignment of a large number of volunteers is highly desirable. Bilingual skills preferred.
Licenses Certifications and Equipment:
A valid California drivers license is required.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Employees work under typical office conditions and the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this job employees are regularly required to sit walk and stand; talk or hear both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to manipulate handle feel or operate standard office equipment reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Knowledgeof:- Principles practices methods and processes used in the planning administration implementation and promotion of a large-scale volunteer program.
- City policies and procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Federal state and local laws and regulations.
- Basic methods and practices of public outreach and involvement.
- Principles and practices of sound business communication and marketing.
- Uses and operations of a computer and database and other standard software to access.
- Senior adult demographics concerns and interests; local seniors community resources and communication vehicles.
- Basic principles practices and techniques of effective employee supervision and training.
Skill in:- Coordinating overseeing and supervising a program that recruits trains and places a large number of volunteers in public agencies and private settings.
- Participating in organizing coordinating evaluating and conducting effective marketing training and recognition activities related to senior volunteer programs (RSVP and SCP).
- Recruiting and interviewing applicants for placement as senior volunteers.
- Assessing needs of senior-age clients and match client needs with volunteer resources.
- Making presentations to various civic groups and organizations.
- Eliciting community and organizational support for volunteer programs.
- Operating a computer using word processing database and business software and standard office equipment.
- Relating effectively to older adults from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
- Preparing clear concise and comprehensive correspondence and reports.
- Organizing setting priorities and exercising sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
- Dealing effectively with diverse members of the community.
- Communicating clearly and concisely.
- Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.
- Providing customer service.
Recruitment Timeline
This recruitment will close on Sunday June 29 2025 at 11:59 pm or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications review: Week of June 30 2025
1st Interview: Tentatively scheduled for the week of July 7 2025
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**How to Apply and What to Expect Next
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the Citys official website at .This recruitment will remain open until June 29 2025 at 11:59 PM or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review investigation and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants including those who meet the minimum qualifications are suitable for the position.
Pre-employment processmay include but is not limited to:- Application Review.
- Oral Exam.
- Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
- Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug and TB test.
- Employment/Professional Reference Check.
E-Verify Participation:The City of San Bernardino participates in the E-Verify program. In compliance with federal law all employers are required to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired to work in the United States.Accordingly the City will provide information from each new employees Form I-9 to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
For more information about E-Verify please visit the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services website at
Disclaimers:The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department directly at .
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact Stephanie Rivera at Additional information is available at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
