Volunteer Services Director jobs in Maine

About us

Friends In Action is a Charitable Corporation in Ellsworth, ME. Our goal is to Empower older residents and residents living with a disability to live independently and thrive with dignity and a strong quality of life.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided

The Volunteer Services Program Director will assist the Executive Director with the administration and coordination of volunteer services, as directed by the Executive Director. The position is under the direct supervision of the Executive Director. This is currently a “Full-time” position, as defined in the Friends in Action Employee Handbook. Schedule of hours worked will be mutually agreed upon between the Director and the Volunteer Services Program Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages Volunteer Program activities to meet organizational goals.

• Advise and inform the Executive Director on the status of Volunteer activitiew

• Train and supervise Volunteer Services Program Assistant.

• Leads volunteer recruitment activities, including public speaking events

• Leads new volunteer orientations and training updates for current volunteers

• Coordinates volunteer assignments, in consultation with supervisor and/or any Program Assistants, utilizing FIA databases.

• Maintains volunteer records

• Plans volunteer recognition events

• Maintains good relations with clients and volunteers

Qualifications: It is important that the Volunteer Services Program Director have at least 3 years of experience as a community volunteer in a variety of settings. The Volunteer Services Program Director should also have 3 to 5 years of experience working with volunteers and older adults and people with disabilities. The Volunteer Services Program Director must have good communication skills (especially on the telephone), compassion and empathy for others, and strong computer skills to maintain volunteer and client records. Knowledge of the Hancock County area is required. A strong familiarity with transportation and other social services resources is helpful. An ability to speak to small groups and lead group training sessions will be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Word: 3 years (Preferred)
• Charitable work: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ellsworth, ME 04605 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ellsworth, ME 04605: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person