Coordinator of Volunteers

The Volunteer and Community Partnerships Program (VCPP) of the Human Services and Public Health Department (HSPHD) seeks a Coordinator of Volunteers to recruit and manage volunteers at various sites throughout Hennepin County. The person hired will work with county staff to develop volunteer opportunities; recruit and select appropriate volunteers; fill opportunities; orient and train the volunteers; lead, supervise, manage, and mentor the volunteers in partnership with other county staff.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

The mission of HSPHD is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities by increasing safety and stability, promoting self-reliance and livable income, and improving the health of our communities.

HSPHD requires its employees to be focused on results for clients and customers, with opportunities for flexibility and an emphasis on work/life balance.

Hennepin County offers an impressive benefits package that includes: health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year in addition to paid time off (PTO), paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a defined benefit pension plan (PERA), retirement savings programs, trade time for fitness, and many more

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include:

Consult with departments and manager to assess volunteer needs, and recruit and select volunteers.

Orient and train volunteers.

Assign volunteers according to division/department needs in conjunction with manager.

Lead and mentor volunteers in partnership with supervisors.

Plan, participate in and/or lead recruitment outreach activities; establish and maintain working relationships with educational institutions, civic, churches, and community groups.

Train department staff in proper use and supervision of volunteers.

Interact with staff at all levels in the organization, particularly at the assigned work site; to build relationships that develop volunteer opportunities.

Engage actively with coworkers to build strong and cohesive team.

Serve as a public information representative of the agency.

Maintain records and reports.

Best Qualified Candidates will have:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Criminal Justice, Human Services, or another field closely related to the area of specialization and one year or more of experience as a coordinator of volunteers or in a position involving recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and retaining volunteers. Note: Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Experience training, facilitating, and presenting to groups.

Experience managing and implementing complex projects across multiple locations and business lines.

Access to reliable transportation to travel between the offices and community meetings, meet with staff and clients, and coordinate/oversee group events that may include providing transportation to volunteers/mentees.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and consulting skills.

Experience working with Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Access, Excel, and, PowerPoint) as well as Microsoft Outlook.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Ability and commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check post-interview.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

If you need assistance to actively participate in the employment process, please email us at HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us or call us at 612.348.7855.

Hennepin County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, public assistance or national origin. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact the Human Resources Department, A-400 Government Center, Minneapolis, MN 55487, 612.348.7855