Volunteer Programs Lead – Events & Recruitment

Jobvite, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Zoo is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to assist the Director of Volunteer Services in all aspects of volunteer program administration in Dallas, Texas. This role collaborates with multiple Zoo departments to support the organization’s mission and oversees recruitment, screening, onboarding, scheduling, and materials for volunteers and interns.

The position involves coordinating interviews, managing volunteer data, supporting on-site supervision at events, and handling logistics for

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma required, Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supervising adults and/or children in a group atmosphere.
• Experience recruiting, coordinating and retaining volunteers (preferred).
• Software skills – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Publisher) and volunteer tracking software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends, as necessary to meet deadlines and department goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical, administrative, and logistical support to Director of Volunteer Services and department.
• Assist with all aspects of volunteer program administration– recruiting; initial screening of applicants; coordination; scheduling; preparation and maintenance of training and recruitment materials.
• Coordinate and conduct initial interviews and onboarding for new volunteers.
• Assist with all aspects of the college internship program coordination – interviewing, onboarding, scheduling professional development sessions, coordinating welcome & closing lunch programs.
• Recruit and schedule volunteers for projects and assignments as requested.
• Maintain volunteer database.
• Coordinate volunteer background checks, tuberculosis screenings and readings.
• Assist with all aspects of volunteer recognition and coordination of meetings and the annual party.

Skills

Volunteer supervision

Volunteer recruitment

Volunteer coordination

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Publisher

Volunteer tracking software

Job description

Dallas Zoo is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to assist the Director of Volunteer Services in all aspects of volunteer program administration in Dallas, Texas. This role collaborates with multiple Zoo departments to support the organization’s mission and oversees recruitment, screening, onboarding, scheduling, and materials for volunteers and interns.

The position involves coordinating interviews, managing volunteer data, supporting on-site supervision at events, and handling logistics for