VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS COORDINATOR 3768

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class develops and coordinates one or more volunteer programs within the jurisdiction of an agency to insure optimum usage of the human resources available to the agency. The incumbent develops new or expanded human resource programs in conjunction with other administrative staff members to meet client or organizational needs. The incumbent is responsible for the recruitment, assignment and evaluation of the volunteers working in the volunteer programs. The incumbent develops training programs for volunteers and may be required to participate in the actual training of volunteer workers. Work is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through conferences, assessment of program development and the achievement of organizational objectives. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans, assembles and monitors, through established procedures, the volunteer programs of an agency;

Coordinates the recruitment of volunteers including interviewing, screening and recommendations for acceptance into the program;

Develops and implements new volunteer programs, and revises and expands existing volunteer programs;

Coordinates the placement of volunteers in the various programs administered by the jurisdiction;

Develops and coordinates training programs for new volunteers;

Instructs agency personnel in the use of volunteers to insure the optimum use of human resources;

Prepares periodic reports as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and methods used in volunteer program development; good knowledge of the procedures used in carrying out effective training programs; good knowledge of recent developments, current literature and sources of information relative to volunteer programs; ability to instruct and supervise volunteers in such a way as to attain continued productivity and effectiveness while maintaining high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies, the general public, co-workers and the volunteer staff; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; good judgment; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, and two (2) years of experience in the administration, supervision or coordination of social or community services in a public or private agency.

R01/30/86

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/22/03