Local CASA Coordinator & Volunteer Champion

State of Iowa; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

The State of Iowa is seeking a Local CASA Program Coordinator to expand CASA reach through robust community engagement and volunteer growth. You will recruit, train, and support CASA volunteers, serve as a liaison with courts and child welfare partners, and oversee case quality and reporting to ensure every child has a strong advocate in court.

This role emphasizes relationship-building, program development, and hands-on volunteer management to strengthen partnerships and maximize impact in Iowa

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with courts and community partners.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Commitment to child advocacy and volunteer development.
• Experience coordinating volunteers and overseeing casework.

Responsibilities

• Grow community engagement and program reach by increasing awareness and partnerships.
• Coordinate with courts, HHS Family Well-Being & Protection, and stakeholders to grow CASA case assignments.
• Collaborate with community organizations to expand partnerships, visibility, and volunteer recruitment.
• Develop and execute a strategic recruitment plan to grow and diversify the volunteer base.
• Support CASA volunteers from assignment through case closure.
• Review and submit CASA court reports on time and ensure compliance with policies.
• Provide ongoing guidance, feedback, and networking opportunities to volunteers.
• Ensure compliance with volunteer management standards and maintain records using data systems.
• Assess ongoing training needs and deliver or coordinate pre-service training for new volunteers.
• Develop and implement a continuing education plan and utilize virtual learning tools.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Child advocacy

Courts liaison

Job description

The State of Iowa is seeking a Local CASA Program Coordinator to expand CASA reach through robust community engagement and volunteer growth. You will recruit, train, and support CASA volunteers, serve as a liaison with courts and child welfare partners, and oversee case quality and reporting to ensure every child has a strong advocate in court.

This role emphasizes relationship-building, program development, and hands-on volunteer management to strengthen partnerships and maximize impact in Iowa