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University of Michigan

Volunteer Coordinator

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $28,000.00 - $29,000.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

generous time off
Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Life insurance
long-term disability coverage
flexible spending accounts

Job Description

The University of Michigan's Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum (MBGNA) is a premier institution dedicated to the stewardship and preservation of over 840 acres of land and water throughout the Ann Arbor area. These two iconic anchor locations, Nichols Arboretum and Matthaei Botanical Gardens, serve as integral parts of the university’s environmental and educational mission. MBGNA welcomes more than 500,000 visitors annually, making it a vibrant hub for community engagement, ecological education, and conservation efforts. As a part of the University of Michigan, MBGNA is committed to fostering social and ecological resilience through its dedicated lands and waters, striving... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 2+ years of experience in volunteer coordination and management
  • Experience with volunteer management databases
  • Applied experience in relationship management techniques and varied communication methods

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 2+ years of experience in volunteer coordination and management
  • Experience with volunteer management databases
  • Applied experience in relationship management techniques and varied communication methods

Job Duties

  • Manage regular and episodic volunteer opportunities for 300+ active volunteers
  • Develop and implement strategies to recruit and retain volunteers
  • Develop and maintain positive, long-term relationships with volunteers
  • Match volunteers to roles based on their skills and interests, providing onboarding and training
  • Communicate and interact with volunteers using a variety of methods
  • Ensure MBGNA's volunteer programs are updated to meet MBGNA's mission and needs
  • Coordinate the calendar and logistics for recurrent and episodic volunteer opportunities
  • Collaboratively create strategies to convert more visitors into volunteers
  • Ensure accurate recordkeeping using tech tools like Volgistics and SignUp
  • Develop and facilitate volunteer training programs in coordination with staff volunteer leads
  • Partner with area leaders to create workflow solutions with and through MBGNA's volunteer programs
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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