Tour Guide and Volunteer Coordinator
Tour Guide and Volunteer Coordinator
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Job Description
Job Title: Tour Guide and Volunteer Coordinator
Location:In-Person Shelburne Farms Shelburne Vermont
Employment Type:Part-time non-exempt 20-25 hours per week Year-round
Salary Range: $24-$26 per hour
Start Date:ASAP open until filled
Who We Are
Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate a sustainable future. Weoffer transformative learning experiences to help educators and students create a better world. Our
home campus is a 1400-acre working farm located on the unceded traditional and contemporary homelands of the Winooskik band of the Abenaki.
Commitment to Justice Equity Diversity & Inclusion
Shelburne Farms recognizes that justice equity and access are central to sustainability. We arecommitted to translating these values into action across the organization by improving equitable
outcomes in our culture programs and services. Shelburne Farms is working to create experiences of belonging for all including BIPOC LGBTQ communities people with disabilities and people of all
economic realities.
Position Summary
The Volunteer Coordinator is a position that manages Shelburne Farms volunteer program including recruiting training scheduling and supporting volunteers who contribute meaningfully to visitor experiences education and stewardship programs. This person works closely with the visitor services team enhancing the volunteer tour guide experience and other managers across the farm.
Key Responsibilities
Volunteer Recruitment & Outreach
Develop and implement inclusive recruitment strategies that reflect Shelburne Farms mission and the diversity of our broader community.
Represent Shelburne Farms at community events and partner with local educational organizations and networks.
Volunteer Onboarding & Management
Oversee the full volunteer lifecycle including intake orientation placement training scheduling evaluation and recognition.
Develops and reviews volunteer job descriptions procedures and training materials.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with volunteers and supervisors.
Match volunteers with appropriate opportunities across departments (education events trails etc.).Acknowledges thanks and supports volunteers.
Program Coordination & Development
Maintain an up-to-date database of volunteer roles and schedules.
Maintain and update volunteer contact information for the database.
Collaborate with staff to develop meaningful safe and mission-aligned volunteer experiences.
Organize recognition events and create systems of ongoing appreciation and feedback.
Administrative & Reporting Duties
Track volunteer hours and participation metrics.
Evaluate program impact and inform improvements.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures including risk management and safety protocols.
Support special visits tours and other tasks as needed
Desired Qualifications
Passion for Shelburne Farms mission and values.
Experience coordinating volunteers or community engagement in a nonprofit education hospitality or land-based setting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to foster relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and identities.
Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Proficient with digital tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for special events programs and training sessions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in education sustainability and interpretation
Familiarity with inclusive volunteer practices.
Experience with databases and reporting tools.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a variety of settings including office spaces historic buildings farm landscapes and outdoor environments.
Physical requirements include navigating uneven terrain ascending and descending stairs and participating in outdoor activities.
Operating the tour vehicle (truck)
A motor vehicle background check is required for this position
To Apply
If our vision and mission excite you we hope you will share with us your experience and skill set that qualify you to contribute to the Farm.
Click the Apply Button above to submit your application.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions please contact us at
or .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
