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Volunteer Coordinator .
All Locations
Effective ASAP
Overview
The Volunteer Coordinator supports On Point for College’s volunteer engagement efforts across all six service counties. This role assists with the recruitment, onboarding, placement, communication, engagement, and retention of volunteers while helping ensure that volunteer support aligns with organizational and program needs.
The Volunteer Coordinator works collaboratively with staff, community partners, and volunteers to create a positive, organized, and meaningful volunteer experience that supports On Point for College’s mission and the students and participants it serves.
- FLSA Status
- Volunteer
Time Commitment
Approximately 10–25 hours per week, with a flexible schedule based on organizational and program needs.
Some virtual coordination, local travel, and occasional evening activities may be required.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate volunteer recruitment, screening, onboarding, orientation, and placement activities.
- Match volunteers with appropriate opportunities based on program needs, skills, interests, location, and availability.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date volunteer records, including contact information, schedules, assignments, and service-hour documentation.
- Communicate regularly with volunteers and program staff across all six counties to support effective coordination and engagement.
- Assist with volunteer training, recognition, appreciation, engagement, and retention initiatives.
- Help identify and address volunteer staffing needs across programs and service locations.
- Support the promotion of volunteer opportunities through community partners, colleges and universities, employers, social media, outreach events, and other recruitment channels.
- Assist with scheduling, follow-up communication, and other administrative activities related to volunteer coordination.
- Help ensure volunteers receive appropriate information, resources, and support throughout their service.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to coordinate individuals and activities across multiple locations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as online communication and collaboration tools.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and work effectively with data-management systems.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff and volunteers.
- Commitment to On Point for College’s mission and to supporting individuals as they pursue college and career goals.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Prior experience in administrative support, volunteer coordination, workforce development, education, nonprofit services, or youth programming preferred.
- Experience coordinating people, schedules, programs, or community-based activities is a plus.
Special Requirements
- Must possess a valid, unrestricted New York State Driver’s License.
- Must maintain a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability and willingness to travel locally as needed to support volunteer and program activities.