Volunteer Program Specialist: Stewardship

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Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
02/28/25
Division:
Open Space Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Job Description:

The Volunteer Program Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive support to Jefferson County Open Space (JCOS) Volunteer Services in a variety of ways including administrative tasks, volunteer and project coordination, and program implementation. Responsibilities include maintaining program software, scheduling projects, and coordinating volunteers and volunteer activities including civic and community group projects. The Program Specialist coordinates assigned volunteer program(s), including recruitment, placement, training, recognition , and engagement of volunteers to support the JCOS Mission and Greenprint .

Schedule :

This position operates on a regular schedule of four 10 -hour days or five 8-hour day s during the week with o ccasional evenings and Saturdays as dictated by volunteer projects and events.

This position is hybrid, primarily in-office / field work and has potent ial to work remotely as needed .

Compensation:

Hiring Range: $2 3 .24 - $26. 00 Compensation will be determined based on education, experience and skills.

Benefits : Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, and more .

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Essential Duties:

• Develop and implement strategies and events to increase youth and young adult volunteer engagement, specifically Gen-Z (12 - 27 years old) . Collaborate with area high schools and community colleges/programs to develop and implement formal opportunities for student service-learning projects . Develop a robust high school stewardship program to increase volunteer participation in service projects for sports teams that train on JCOS trails. Plan and coordinate public volunteer projects with stewardship education focus.
  

• Assist with public information activities for JCOS through visible presence at parades, fairs, festivals, special functions , and at Open Space parks as needed. Participate as a member of the Volunteer Services Team by supporting Volunteer Program events and Program Coordinators Team for comprehensive cooperation and consistency across all volunteer programs.
  

• Maintain volunteer records and Offero software to ensure appropriate records and files are kept for all volunteers and volunteer activity. Ensure accuracy of databases through periodic audits and reports.
  

• Prepare supplies and materials for volunteer projects, as directed by Volunteer Program Supervisor. Work with Volunteer Services Team to plan training, events, and recruitment schedules that effectively meet volunteer resource needs for the agency.
  

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

M inimum Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED
  

• Plus, a minimum of two years of related experience in volunteer coordination and/or program coordination
  

• Or an equivalent combination of education & experience .
  

• CPR and First aid certification, or ability to obtain within first 3 months of hire
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor 's degree preferred
  

• Experience working with an open space or parks/conservation volunteer program
  

• Preferred working experience with Offero volunteer management software
  

• Self-starter, comfortable in varied conditions/working with diverse communities, including under-represented, under-served, seniors, youth
  

• Results - based experience engaging youth and young adult s
  

• Event/project planning experience
  

• Collaboration experience
  

• Previous experience working with service-learning programs/collaborating with schools to develop service-learning opportunities
  

• Previous experience in youth education a plus
  

• Recognition strategies - and new approaches ,
  

• Collaboration and Team Work - craft solutions together, shape ideas with others, develop and evaluate practical alternatives, create strategic, actionable plans.
  

• Process- development, outlining c lear path s for success , establish end goals, critical path s , identify ing roles and responsibilities for collaboration, sharing result s
  

• Resilience, Consisten cy , Adapt ability , reliab ility ,
  

• open, clear communication, problem -solving , creativity
  

• Spanish/ bilanguage speaking a plus
  

• Strong customer service skills
  

• Strong written and oral communication
  

• Strong leadership, mentorship, collaboration , development skills
  

• Independent critical thinking and analysis
  

• Ability to articulate clearly and effectively to varying levels of customer
  

• Strong time management , project management skills
  

• Ability to work well with diverse and different personalities , b ackgrounds, ages, communities
  

• Ability to accurately compile, format, and present data
  

• Demonstrated problem solving and priority setting skills
  

• Comfortable driving larger motorized vehicles ( i.e. trucks, vans - no commercial license needed)
  

• Ability to lift 25+ lbs as an individual or lift up to 50 lbs with assistance
  

Additional Job Information:

• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references .
  

• In any materials you submit , you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
  

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .

Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions:

• County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
  

• Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org
  

• Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us
  

Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year

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