Volunteer Services Coordinator

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Organization

NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island

Job Posted

January 9, 2025

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Remote

No

Website

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Contact Name

Hannah Catherman

Contact Email

Hannah.Catherman@ncaquariums.com

Contact Phone

252-475-2318

Deadline to Apply

Location

374 Airport Rd
Manteo, NC
United States
Reporting to the Education Curator, this position will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of our Volunteer Program. Our diverse program spans across multiple departments and provides volunteers with the ability to be involved in interpretation, diving, food prep, and more. This position will provide our volunteers with engaging opportunities and support to help further the aquarium’s mission of inspiring appreciation and conservation of North Carolina's aquatic environments.

Summary

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Actively recruit volunteers, define volunteer roles and responsibilities, provide orientation and training and organize professional development opportunities for volunteers.
  • Create and update our volunteer manual and program guides.
  • Oversee all volunteer schedules, coordinate volunteer activities, and track volunteer service hours.
  • Maintain active communication with the STAR Center, Dive Safety Officer, and Marine Mammal Stranding Network to coordinate volunteer activities appropriately.
  • Evaluate and coach volunteers, coordinate volunteer recognition activities, and serve as the Aquarium’s representative to other volunteer organizations.
  • Work with the Education Department to support all educational programming and educational materials.  This could include providing touch pool or STAR center coverage, leading public education programs, and providing support in educational content design for programs and exhibits.
  • Lead programs such as job shadows, high school internships, group volunteer projects, and teen conservation programs

Compensation Information

Recruitment Range:  $34,270 - $43,294

Salary:  $34,270.00 - $59,973.00 Annually