Facility
NEW Zoo & Adventure Park – Green Bay, WI
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park LTE Zoo Volunteer Coordinator supervises volunteers and provides direction, coordination, and consultation for volunteer functions within the Zoo to: Strengthen public or private programs and involve a community of supporters as described in the duties outlined below. Coordinator is responsible for volunteer recruitment, training, and evaluation. The Coordinator will work with zoo teams on planning and implementing projects and special events. Serve as a liaison between volunteers and zoo staff.
Essential Duties
Assist with recruiting and training volunteers for zoo events and daily operations.
Manage online volunteer sign-up sheets and create/update training materials as needed.
Maintain volunteer department policies, procedures, records to comply with Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accreditation standards.
Perform background checks and interviews, process all paperwork and records related to volunteer recruitment and retention.
Assist with recruitment and coordination of zoo internship programs.
Conduct volunteer orientations and trainings.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of volunteer services and program.
Serve as a liaison between volunteers and zoo staff members.
Utilize social media, face-to-face communication, telephone, and email to maintain communication with volunteers.
Ensure there is appropriate support for volunteers.
Work with Education & Volunteer Programs Coordinator to coordinate volunteer meetings and projects, ensure appropriate volunteer coverage is maintained for zoo daily operations, events, and event preparations.
Edit and publish Zoo Volunteer monthly and annual reports; write and distribute press releases focusing on volunteer-driven activities and events.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Performs related functions as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
Two-year degree in business and management studies, human resource management, social work, youth and community work, or other related field. One year of related experience working in a volunteer program preferred. Knowledge of volunteer management principles and evaluation techniques; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Compensation and benefits
$12 Hourly
Zoo Membership
Flexible scheduling; great opportunity for anyone looking to gain professional experiences in communications, management, training development, and more
Application instructions
Candidates must apply online using a desktop computer (not a mobile device) through the Brown County, WI employment page website. Details here: https://newzoo.org/get-involved/employment-opportunities