Benefits:- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Senior Manager of Volunteer Programs for Forever Balboa Park (FBP)
ย Reports to: Vice President of Planning
Department of Labor Classification: Exempt
Position Summary
The Senior Manager of Volunteer Programs is responsible for managing the daily operations of the volunteer programs, including recruitment, training, retention, and scheduling of individual and group volunteers and interns. The Senior Manager of Volunteer Programs supervises Volunteer Coordinators and works closely with the Vice President of Planning, and the Project Specialists.ย
Essential Functions
โManage, maintain and grow the FBP volunteer program of over 450 volunteers through outreach to individuals, community-based organizations and groups,
colleges/universities, and corporations as needed.
โWork closely with all departments to periodically assess needs for volunteer expertise and level of volunteer staffing.
โDevelop/refine and maintain processes to recruit, train and manage volunteer corps.
โWork with the City of San Diego on volunteer Live Scan background check requirements, risk waivers, as well as ensuring volunteers complete all required trainings such as sexual harassment prevention trainings, court ordered service hours and others.
โSupport and execute the Service Enterprise Model (SEM) of the Points of Light standards within all FBP volunteer programs.
โDevelop and implement a volunteer engagement program consistent with SEM (newsletters, recognition, etc.).
โIdentify and establish volunteer experience verticals (Visitors Center, Tree Stewards, Garden Stewards, Park Ambassadors, Admin/Events, etc.).
โManage volunteer interest submissions and delegate potential volunteers to the appropriate coordinator or staff member for the volunteerโs skillset and interest.
โEnter and maintain data in the volunteer management database (Volgistics).
oAssure volunteers track served hours.
โRepresent FBP on the parkwide Volunteer Leadership Council.
โHelp prepare volunteer position descriptions with appropriate managers.
โHelp prepare cost benefit analysis for volunteer positions and provide accurate and timely volunteer data for funder and volunteer-requested reports for grant content.
โProvide information, stories, photos and other materials for donor and grant funding opportunities.
โDistribute and schedule Volunteer Coordinators to cover all volunteer shifts effectively.ย
โManage volunteer staff members to cover all volunteer shifts, events, and outreach efforts
โBe the point of contact for volunteer staff for Timecards, ADP, and employee scheduling.
โWork with Institutional Advancement staff to promote volunteer opportunities on social media platforms and in-person outreach.
โCollaborate with other Balboa Park Institutions and educational departments to find volunteer efficiencies with other park stakeholders to improve and enhance intra-park engagement opportunities.
โHelp Volunteer Coordinators, and Visitor Services Managers define, schedule, and conduct appropriate volunteer trainings, orientations, and day to day volunteer shifts that align with Forever Balboa Park as a whole.
โManage comprehensive onboarding, orientation, and day-to-day processes for new and existing volunteers.
โEngage with existing volunteers daily and provide feedback guidance as needed.
โMaintain ongoing communications with volunteers through email news blasts, newsletters and print materials, appreciation cards for various occasions.
โPlan and execute volunteer appreciation, retention, and training activities.
โDevelop and administer annual volunteer satisfaction survey; compile and report results to leadership staff and Board of Trustees.
โWork occasional Saturdays or holidays at request as needed.
โCoordinate Park improvement projects with volunteers.
โCoordinate with Events Manager for volunteer help as needed.
โAssist with placemaking/ activation programs by coordinating with park partners and vendors regarding volunteer needs.
โAddress and manage all volunteer roles, responsibilities, regarding volunteer human resource issues.
Qualifications and Skills
โBachelorโs degree or equivalent experience
โMinimum 4 years of experience in comparable role
โExcellent time management and organizational skills
โEffective communicator, attention to detail, yet able to see the broader picture
โNeeds to work well both independently and with a team and display excellent follow through and be self-motivated
โCapacity to take direction and embrace constructive feedback
โAbility to work professionally and collaboratively in a team setting and semi-open office environment
โProficient with basic office software and applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Drive and gmail platforms).
โClean driving record and ability to drive Forever Balboa Park truck and golf carts
Physical Demandsย
โMust be able to lift 50 lbs.
โMust be able to set up and take down 5ร5, and 10x10 canopy for volunteer info booths and events.
โSome bending, stooping and kneeling, sitting for significant time at a desk working with a computer, and ability to communicate orally and in writing
โVisual acuity to perform tasks
โAbility to receive and document detailed information through oral communication