Volunteer Activities Coord I, CI

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, through the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) in Rockville, seeks a staff member to plan, coordinate and evaluate volunteer activities and support the Director with clerical duties. The role includes preparing newsletters and mailings to promote the John L. Gildner RICA program.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience, with allowances for college credits to substitute experience. CPR certification may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience planning, coordinating and evaluating volunteer activities.
• Education substitution: 30 college credits for experience allowed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and evaluate volunteer activities and programs.
• Support the Director of Community Resources and Development with secretarial, clerical and logistical duties.
• Assist in preparing newsletters and mailings to raise public awareness of the John L. Gildner RICA program.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suites

Fundraising collaboration with extern.

Education

High School diploma or GED

30 college credits substitution

Job description

GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, John L. Gildner RICA, Rockville, MD

Main Purpose of Job

This position is the full performance level of work involving planning, coordinating, and evaluating volunteer activities. This position also supports the Director of Community Resources and Development with secretarial, clerical and logistical duties. This position works directly with the Director to prepare the newsletter and other possible mailings needed to develop public awareness of the John L. Gildner RICA (JLG-RICA) program.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience involving planning, coordinating and evaluating volunteer activities.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours of education from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute experience in planning, coordinating, and evaluating volunteer activities for the required education at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

The desired candidate should possess the following:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suites
• Experience working with external agencies with fundraising projects

Special Requirements

• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland. 2. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete training and maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [e-mail].

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.