Volunteer Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Volunteer Coordinator – Part Time

The Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington (POB) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the improvement and preservation of sight by providing services, education, advocacy, and innovation. POB programs address vision health In the D.C. Metropolitan community.

Job Summary : Are you an expert at igniting passion and turning it into action and impact? Do you care about building and motivating community members? POB is seeking a dynamic Part-time Volunteer Coordinator . This isn’t a traditional desk job : it’s an opportunity to build a vibrant community of volunteers and see their collective energy directly impact our mission. In this role, you will be the bridge that connects community members’ desires to help with our organization’s needs. If you thrive on inspiring others and have a talent for organization and communication, you will be instrumental in expanding our reach and deepening our impact. If you are interested in giving back and making a meaningful difference for persons with vision issues and POB, we invite you to apply.

Job Location : Capitol Hill, 5-minute walk from Union Station, Hybrid Remote

Work Schedule : Minimum 10 – 15 hours per week

Pay : $22.00 per hour

Responsibilities :

• Source and recruit volunteers through digital outreach, in-person, cold calls, public events and organization visits.
• Work closely and develop meaningful professional relationships with individual volunteers, corporate / business groups, youth orgs, and others from the DMV.
• Interview candidates and match them to suitable roles based on their skills and interests.
• Develop and deliver orientation to help volunteers understand their roles, the organization's mission, and its services.
• Create / maintain schedules for volunteers, coordinating activities for events, and providing ongoing support and guidance. Ensure program staff ready to receive and lead volunteers.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of volunteers, their hours, and their assignments.
• Develop and implement regular volunteer communications – perhaps quarterly newsletter.
• Work with staff to plan and coordinate volunteer involvement in special projects, events, and various departmental requests.
• Recruit, coach, celebrate, and train volunteers in a variety of skill sets and subjects
• Provide orientation and tours for volunteers, including speaking about our organization’s mission and history
• Occasional weekends and evenings required
• Maintain collaborative work relationship with POB staff and volunteers
• Maintain the safety and comfort of volunteers
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :