Volunteer Coordinator - PA, Shrewsbury, Southern Library - Job

Witt/Kieffer; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in community service is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to enhance library services through volunteer engagement. This role involves recruiting, training, and managing volunteers while fostering relationships with community organizations. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about helping the library community and possess strong communication and customer service skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing literacy and educational opportunities in a collaborative environment. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of your community members.

Qualifications

• Minimum of associate’s degree or 2 years working with volunteers.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, orient and train library volunteers.
• Connect with library staff to determine volunteer needs.
• Track volunteer statistics and prepare reports.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Team Player

Dependability

Relationship Building

Education

Associate's Degree

2 Years Working with Volunteers

Tools

SPARK (ILS)

Computer Proficiency

Job description

About the Organization: York County Libraries believes in the life-changing effects of free literacy, life-long education, and community connection. Employees collaborate and innovate to provide inspiring and empowering programs at our 13 dynamic libraries. We offer safe places for people to explore ideas, learn skills, and grow. Staff also work in local schools to provide on-site early education services and intervention support. Our flexible libraries proudly serve urban, suburban, and rural populations across York County, PA.

If you are looking for a dynamic, collaborative workplace where your co-workers are friendly, diverse ideas are valued, and there are opportunities for career growth, look no further. Apply to join our team today!

Req Number: LIB-25-00027

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Days

Full-Time/Part-Time: Part-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Location: Southern Library

Category: Library

Pay Rate: $12.00/hour

Schedule: Monday 12:00PM-8:00PM, Wednesday 12:00PM-8:00PM and a minimum of 2 Saturdays a month 9:30AM-5:00PM

Hours: 22 hours per week

Supervisor: Library Director

Location: Paul Smith Library

Candidate must enjoy being a team player and providing excellent customer service to a diverse population. This position requires someone who has strong communication skills and who is truly enthusiastic about helping the library community. It is important that the candidate be dependable, a self-starter and feel comfortable working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Position Requirements

General Description: The Volunteer Coordinator will assist a diverse population of volunteers in identifying library services and resources that interest them. The Volunteer Coordinator will also assist Adult Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) participants who apply for placement at Paul Smith Library as appropriate. The Volunteer Coordinator will be aware of programs and services offered at the library and seek individual volunteers to support those services.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of associate’s degree or 2 years working with volunteers in the community.
• Candidate must be computer proficient.
• Candidate must be able to build relationships with individuals, community organizations and businesses.
• Experience working and/or volunteering in a library preferred.
• PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI fingerprint-based Criminal History Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate are required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, orient and train library volunteers at Paul Smith Library.
• Connect with library staff to determine volunteer needs, including skill sets, shift openings and special projects.
• Seek volunteers to fill requested needs by the library or individual departments.
• Engage library staff in the selection, orientation, and training process for new volunteers (onboarding).
• Be proficient with SPARK (ILS) and other library tasks such as shelving.
• Review and process paper and online volunteer applications.
• Connect with and assist all YCL volunteer recruitment and retention staff.
• Represent Paul Smith Library at community events and meetings to recruit volunteers.
• Develop and maintain needed volunteer database with full functionality.
• Track volunteer statistics and prepare reports for Library Director.
• Update volunteer information in SPARK.
• Connect with, recognize and award active volunteers on a regular basis.
• Engage current volunteers in the recruitment process.
• Interview ARD candidates and make decisions on placement at the library.
• Maintain records required by the county to track ARD participants, keeps records for each participant.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level and be able to bend, squat, sit on the floor and kneel occasionally throughout work shift.
• Must be able to reach, lift, and stretch throughout the work day.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk up to four hours at a time.
• Must be able to sit for up to four hours at a time.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job function, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.