The role of a Volunteer Director is to design, plan, and direct the overall volunteer programs and activities to augment the services of the staff. While the duties vary based on the type and size of the organization, the following are certain core and common duties listed on the Volunteer Director Resume – overseeing the recruitment, hiring, training, and scheduling of volunteer workers, managing the subordinate staff on daily basis, ensuring all projects are met and deadlines met; adhering to approved budgets; revising goal-oriented work schedules; assigning ad hoc responsibilities to volunteers; and reviewing volunteers’ performance at regular intervals.
To work in this capacity, the following skills are needed – the ability to ensure compliance with volunteer-specific and company-wide guidelines; excellent verbal and written communication skills; decisive, and well-honed budget management techniques. A high school diploma is sufficient in most cases. However, most of these directors tend to have a degree and extensive experience in relevant areas.
Summary : Accomplished Volunteer Director professional with over 15-years' experience in the non-profit field. Experience in an office environment with competing demands. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and complete tasks under stress, in order to meet deadlines.
Skills : Team Building, MS Office, Volunteer.
Description :
Established artist co-op and retail art gallery.
Organized community art education/events program and artist employment and resource center.
Cultivated positive relationships and mentored and motivated volunteer personnel.
Promoted the arts through presentations to high-level community and corporate leaders, and the public.
Created policies and procedures for not-for-profit and for-profit organizations.
Developed a statewide and regional strategy for volunteer coordination, before, during, and after disasters.
Established budgets and staffing assignments, negotiated contracts and resolved conflicts.
Coordinated events/fundraising activities, provided oversight to invoice processing and revenue disbursement.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
GED
Volunteer Director Resume
Headline : As a Volunteer Director, responsible for Working with the Website Developer and the Digital Infrastructure Officer to ensure proper maintenance and management of the volunteer platform and database infrastructure, Additionally, working with Data Manager in making sure data/metrics collected is accurate for reporting.
Screened and interviewed volunteers for the correct job fit.
Matched with company vacancies and needs.
Supervised one paid staff member and 500+ volunteers.
Provided regular guidance and interpretation of company policies, practices, and procedures.
Performed ongoing communication with managers on staffing needs created job descriptions.
Facilitated orientation and conducted training classes.
Coordinated annual recognition event and monthly award program.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Highly qualified Volunteer Director with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Time Management, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking.
Description :
Worked closely with college professors to develop an effective evaluation tool for analyzing student performance outcomes.
Organized and hosted an annual volunteer recognition picnic and awards ceremony for all East Baton Rouge Parish public school volunteers.
Created and launched a new database for optimal record-keeping of volunteer and student information which reduced the amount of time taken to match an adult tutor with a student.
Responsible for hiring, training, and development of all Program Managers and Student Interns.
Maintained knowledge of current trends in education and volunteerism by attending conferences and seminars.
Ensured employee and volunteer maintained reading and math knowledge by providing training seminars and professional development opportunities.
Acted as a liaison between CEO and media Made flyers, brochures, invitations, and various printed materials for events Photographed events such as fundraisers, volunteer groups, etc.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Highly motivated, focused result drive Volunteer Director Professional. Able to handle a high volume of customer calls in a fast-paced environment, with minimum supervision. Strategic thinker, quick order executor, and quantitative problem solver. An outstanding negotiator who pursues opportunities to drive proactive service.
Skills : Recruiting, Training Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Research.
Description :
Interviewed prospective employees.
Created curriculum. Advised students and parents.
Trained adults on how to teach other adults.
Tutored elementary through high school in English and math.
Performed billing and invoicing.
Created web content. Designed online courses.
Succeeded in recruiting, training, and overseeing over 1,000 volunteers to serve 1,600 students in East Baton Rouge public schools.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Volunteer Director with 5 years of experience in Leading the development of programming to support the professionalization of volunteer coordinators, including maintenance of volunteer management training; participating in statewide and national partnerships related to volunteer management; and exploration of related new initiatives.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Training SKills, MS Office.
Description :
Managed all elements of volunteering within the organization and on behalf of the organization.
Involved in assessing the shelter needs through recruitment, placement, and retention of volunteers.
Researched and wrote volunteer policies and procedures.
Worked side by side with local businesses to develop partnerships.
Raised community awareness of the issue of homelessness.
Trained and supported over 100 volunteers.
Promoted volunteering (internally and externally) through recruitment and publicity strategies and campaigns.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA
Volunteer Director Resume
Headline : Volunteer Director with 6 years of experience in Maintaining primary relationships and collaborate with national and state-level volunteer organizations, as Points of Light Institute/HandsOn Network, VolunteerMatch.
Responsible for all volunteer activities for the organization.
Recruited volunteers for special events, attended Open Houses and worked with the business community to achieve volunteering goals.
Organized VIPS Stuff the Bus activities that included recruiting and overseeing over 120 volunteers.
Created volunteer opportunities with homeless families based on the interpersonal needs of the home.
Celebrated volunteering by nominating volunteers for awards and organizing celebration events.
Conducted program data collection, research, and evaluation that showed significant student reading improvement.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Highly motivated, experienced, and passionate candidate seeks to further a career in a Volunteer Director position that can utilize my technical skills and creating an environment of the team to benefit mutual growth and success.
Skills : Public Speaker, Developing, Interpersonal.
Description :
Led community effort to maximize the involvement of volunteers by creating and implementing a volunteer engagement strategy and campaign for recruiting volunteers for the Cancer Center and Programs.
Created an environment of teamwork, appreciation, and recognition for a team of 250 volunteers throughout the health care network.
Created a Greeter's Program with the Management Team to help enhance service excellence.
Developed a successful volunteer program called Partner's at Heart providing support to patients and their families that were undergoing open-heart surgery.
Established contact with local and national groups to provide an average of 600 volunteers for a national race event series.
Documented the growth of volunteers on a weekly basis.
Provided exemplary customer service to participants, spectators, and volunteers through written and verbal communication for every race event location.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Seeking a Volunteer Director position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, Business Development,.
Description :
Accountable for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.
Managed all aspects of planning, tracking, analysis, quarterly and annual reporting, and revenue recognition using sound business acumen.
Identified community-based resources that could be used to facilitate increase assets for clients and the organization.
Led the street ministry in advocacy for100's of homeless men, women, and children.
Responsible for fundraising and developing other resources necessary to support the mission.
Recruited volunteers for returning and one time positions by attending volunteer fairs at local schools.
Identified risks of working on-site and helped develop procedures and rules to help eliminate or reduce those risks to the point of having no accidents on site.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : As a Volunteer Director, responsible for Recommending others who could serve on the board or be of particular value to the organization in other capacities. Experience in Avoiding any conflicts of interest and situations that would compromise the principles of the organization or lead to the perception of compromise.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Data Entry, Event Coordination, Public Speaking.
Description :
Responsible for all volunteer activities for the organization.
Organized VIPS Stuff the Bus activities that included recruiting and overseeing over 120 volunteers.
Provided guidance and supervision to EveryBody Reads Coordinator in discussing programmatic updates, goals, and implementing new items for the program.
Currently served as Volunteer Director, managing recruitment and scheduling of all volunteers from beginning to end of the festival.
Helped determine and write job descriptions for all positions needed and posted online.
Managed process on CRM and on many online sites to draw the hundreds of volunteers needed.
Managed social media, wrote blogs, and performed miscellaneous website maintenance.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Volunteer Director Resume
Objective : Seeking a Volunteer Director position, responsible for documenting, reviewing, and overseeing record-keeping of all services provided to participants including grades, attendance at program activities, test scores, demographic data, and other related information.
Skills : Public Speaking, Volunteering, Interpersonal Skills.,
Description :
Organized volunteer events. Grew and maintained volunteer base through relationships with religious, community, and scholastic organizations.
Personally assisted the CEO with various event planning, made travel arrangements, various administrative tasks & errands, and typed up diary entries and board meeting minutes.
Managed logistics from start to finish including site selection, invitations, food, and recognition ceremony.
Staffed major fundraising events quarterly.
Developed a statewide and regional strategy for volunteer coordination, before, during, and after disasters.
Provided management of staff focused on volunteer coordination and project operationalization.
Worked with the Website Developer and the Digital Infrastructure Officer to ensure proper maintenance and management of the volunteer platform/database infrastructure.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS
Director of Volunteer Services Resume
Objective : A highly skilled communicator, creative artist, effective counselor, and multi-talented strategic leader. Armed with a degree in advertising art, counseling, and psychology, skilled in the execution of all levels of communication. Effective in multiple methodologies, and processes for implementing strong working relationships.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Partnership/Collaboration, And Board Development.
Description :
Cultivated positive relationships with the community through public relations campaigns.
Managed the editorial content, design, and distribution of the external company newsletter.
Researched, negotiated, implemented, and tracked advertising and public relations activities.
Organized/conducted public appearances, lectures, exhibits to increase community awareness.
Generated capital by planning/coordinating 501c3 fundraisers and securing volunteer investments.
Created public art exhibits for community consumption (internal & external).
Worked with sales staff/composing/outside clients/vendors to deliver polished final products.
Increased B2B sales by 78%.
Produced imaginative illustrations in an efficient and timely manner.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associate of Applied Science
Director of Volunteer Services Resume
Summary : A prompt, professional, and reliable person who has always been a positive role model for others and is a strong leader in a classroom and professional environment. Always follow instructions, pays attention to detail, and demonstrates the ability to work well in a fast-paced work environment. Excellent communication skills and builds rapport easily with students and work colleagues alike.
Skills : Dedicated Nursing Professional, Data Management, Leadership, Team Management.
Description :
Responsible for the recruitment, selection, training, and management of the institution's volunteer staff for both hospice and the long-term care facility.
Ensured compliance with the federal guidelines governing hospice care as it relates to volunteers.
Created and delivered federally mandated training programs.
Tracked volunteer visits and activity for compliance and reporting as required by State and Federal regulations.
Interviewed and assessed the needs of family members and hospice clients to determine how volunteers can provide needed assistance.
Membered of the leadership team and hospice team responsible for reporting volunteer visits and relaying patient concerns to facilitate the coordination of care.
Interviewed and placed university students applying for Internships and specialized volunteer positions.
Provided follow up reports as required by the university.
Provided outreach to the community to explain the mission of Stella Maris and the rewards of volunteering.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MA in Spiritual and Pastoral Care
Director of Volunteer Services Resume
Headline : Office Director of Volunteer Services professional who goes above and beyond basic administrative tasks and takes on multiple projects at once. Excellent work ethic with extensive knowledge of administrative practices and customer service.
Explained human resources policies and procedures to all volunteers.
Conducted orientation for all volunteers.
Answered volunteer questions during the orientation processes.
Assessed volunteer performance and issued disciplinary notices.
Managed over 800 volunteer personnel files according to policy and federal and state laws and regulations.
Helped training and development staff with all aspects of training coordination.
Designed new employee packages and sent them via mail and e-mail.
Organized volunteer schedules and department phone lists.
Planned and implemented all-volunteer recognition events.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
Director of Volunteer Services Resume
Summary : Experienced visionary leader with proven ability to energize others around organizational goals, drive team focused performance improvement, achieve outcomes, and formulate executable strategies to accomplish desired results.
Skills : Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt, Certified Social Worker, Certified Instructor.
Description :
Led all aspects of the organization's Volunteer Department.
Partnered with a variety of hospital departments to develop systems that incorporate a volunteer workforce into department staffing models and workflow.
Consulted with functional leaders to identify key process measures and associated goals to align volunteer involvement with key organizational initiatives.
Worked collaboratively with organizational leadership; achieving strategic initiative outcomes across the system.
Led Advance Care Planning strategic initiative for system-wide implementation.
Managed a volunteer workforce of over 120 highly skilled volunteers.
Responsible for monitoring program effectiveness through evaluation instruments leading to recommendations for program enhancement and improvements.
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