Volunteer Programs Coordinator - Major Events

University of Wisconsin Madison; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision/life insurance

Tax-advantaged savings accounts

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Coordinator of Event Volunteers to recruit, train, and support volunteers for major PBS Wisconsin events. You’ll lead engagement across multiple events and coordinate recruitment, scheduling, and recognition, with some duties for donor station tours.

The role offers a 0.75–1.0 FTE hybrid schedule in Madison, WI, with some remote work possible and a January 2027 start date. Ensure a positive volunteer experience and smooth event execution.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing or providing leadership support to staff and/or volunteers.
• Experience scheduling and organizing complex logistics with attention to detail.
• Experience providing customer service and support.
• Strong verbal communication with stakeholders, community members, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, coordinate, train and motivate volunteer corps.
• Schedule logistics, secure resources for events, and resolve operational issues.
• Assist with planning and development of promotional materials and resources.
• Monitor event data and transactions and maintain records.
• Communicate event details with customers, evaluate requests and provide status updates.
• Greet attendees, assist with registration and refer complex issues.

Skills

Volunteer leadership

Event logistics

Customer service

Verbal communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's preferred

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Coordinator of Event Volunteers to recruit, train, and support volunteers for major PBS Wisconsin events. You’ll lead engagement across multiple events and coordinate recruitment, scheduling, and recognition, with some duties for donor station tours.

The role offers a 0.75–1.0 FTE hybrid schedule in Madison, WI, with some remote work possible and a January 2027 start date. Ensure a positive volunteer experience and smooth event execution.