Volunteer Programs Lead

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of hospital volunteers. The role requires coordinating activities, maintaining processes, and ensuring compliance across the volunteer program.

The position emphasizes strong communication with volunteers, staff, patients, and community members, along with collaboration with leadership to drive program growth and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years coordinating volunteer activity, HR-related work, or managing large groups.
• Strong experience in volunteer services and program management best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative work with internal and external partners to achieve program goals.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, onboard and train volunteers.
• Provide regular communication to volunteers and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Utilize volunteer databases for reporting and compliance.
• Plan and evaluate the impact of the volunteer program.
• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to grow the program.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of hospital volunteers. The role requires coordinating activities, maintaining processes, and ensuring compliance across the volunteer program.

The position emphasizes strong communication with volunteers, staff, patients, and community members, along with collaboration with leadership to drive program growth and engagement.