Director of Volunteer Engagement

A humble college founded before Texas was a state Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We are Looking For

The Director of Volunteer Engagement strengthens the universitys volunteer ecosystem by managing programs partnerships and processes that support meaningful volunteer involvement including but not limited to admissions academic units and affinity groups. This role executes recruitment onboarding training stewardship and recognition strategies that ensure volunteers are equipped and inspired to advance the universitys mission. The Director collaborates closely with campus partners alumni engagement teams and volunteer leaders to deliver a consistent high-quality volunteer experience.

A bachelors degree and three years of relevant experience are required. A masters degree and five years of relevant experience is preferred.

A validUS Driver License with a clear driving recordof at least two years is required.

Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

What You Will Do

• Develop implement and manage efficient volunteer engagement programs that support academic units affinity groups and university initiatives
• Coordinate recruitment onboarding training and year-round support for volunteers
• Ensure programs align with institutional priorities and deliver a consistent mission-centered volunteer experience
• Serve as the primary liaison to assigned academic units and affinity groups advising faculty staff and volunteer leaders on best practices for volunteer engagement
• Provide guidance on volunteer role design leadership transitions meeting structures and stewardship approaches
• Collaborate with Advancement Communications to communicate effectively to promote volunteer opportunities and highlight impact stories
• Implement recognition and stewardship practices that reflect the universitys culture of gratitude and strengthen long-term retention
• Maintain accurate volunteer records in collaboration with Advancement Services
• Track participation engagement and outcomes using established data standards
• Prepare reports and insights that inform program improvements and support CASE Alumni Engagement Metrics
• Identify opportunities to streamline volunteer processes enhance training resources and improve the volunteer lifecycle
• Contribute to the development of tools templates and systems that support scalable volunteer engagement across the university
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision Baylor in Deeds. Also explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas This is Waco!