VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a part‑time competitive position involving responsibility for planning, developing, implementing, and coordinating volunteer firefighter maintenance of records related to the volunteer incentives and retirement programs. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Fire Chief in accordance with established program objectives. Does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Assists the Fire Chief with projects which are intended to improve the effectiveness of the volunteer contingent;

Maintains records and prepares reports on volunteer activities;

Plans and coordinates volunteer recruitment and retention activities;

Develops and executes publicity programs to inform prospective volunteer members;

Helps to create processes for recruitment and screening or volunteer fire company applicants;

Establishes liaison with volunteer companies and appropriate organizations on a continuing basis;

Prepares news releases pertaining to volunteers;

Participates in meetings and conferences designed to improve support for and retention of volunteers;

Speaks before public, private, and employer groups for the purpose of soliciting support for volunteer services.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of the organization, operation, and activities of volunteer firefighters in a combination fire department; good knowledge of activities in the field of promotion and advertising; good knowledge of recruitment and retention initiatives for volunteers; working knowledge of techniques of interviewing and placement; skill in operation of a personal computer; ability to prepare and deliver interesting oral and written presentations using various media formats; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to plan and initiate programs to insure recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighter; ability to type at an acceptable rate of speed; initiative; tack; courtesy; good judgment; emotional maturity; willing to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered two year college with an Associate's Degree in Labor or Employee Relations, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a closely related field and one year of experience in an organized volunteer services program or working with adults in a service‑oriented community organization; OR

B. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five years of experience as specified in (A); OR

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above.

NOTE: Verifiable part‑time and/or volunteer experience may be credited toward the experiential requirement of a prorate basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a valid, appropriate level NYS driver's license at the time of appointment and maintenance of said license for the duration of employment.