Services Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Volunteer Services Coordinator Full-time - 36.25 hours per week $28.70 - $34.16 per hour This is a full-time, 12-month permanent position in the Staff Support & Relations department. Under the direction of the Director of Staff Support & Relations, the Volunteer Services Coordinator is responsible for : assessing volunteer needs of schools; performing all functions related to recruiting and staffing volunteer positions. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to : Meeting with Instructional and Administrative staff at each school to assess volunteer needs Developing and preparing a variety of resources for volunteers such as program / resource guides and handbooks Providing research on volunteer programs to generate new program recruiting ideas and coordinating the promotion of programs through a variety of media such as radio, social networks, TV and newspapers Screening, interviewing and placing volunteers in appropriate schools / locations Providing orientation to volunteers regarding school programs and facilities, policies and procedures, as well as expectations of school staff Providing a variety of training and workshops to ensure volunteers have the necessary skills to perform tasks, as well as booking speakers / trainers, facilities and equipment and preparing training materials Assisting schools in recognizing the work of volunteers with the planning and implementation of recognition programs and events Networking with the community volunteer organizations through memberships and conferences, use of Volunteer Centre and serving on community boards and committees Qualifications : Business Education degree or diploma and / or a Volunteer Management certificate or diploma from a recognized college or institute more than 2 years and less than or including 3 years prior volunteer management experience in a school or community environment combination of other experience and education may be considered excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to clarify volunteers’ needs and provide feedback strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with Teachers, Parents, Principals and Administrators when reviewing and discussing program goals, objectives, new programs, and volunteer needs the ability to promote volunteer programs, make presentations and lead meetings excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple deadlines and deal with constant interruptions How to apply : Click the button "Apply Online" and log into your account. First time users will be required to create a profile to apply. We thank all interested individuals, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information Check Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request. About Winnipeg School Division WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part time employees in 84 locations including 79 schools (including one virtual school), two administrative buildings, a training centre, a buildings maintenance location and school bus depot and our fleet of almost 100 school buses. Every employee is vital in helping us achieve our purpose, vision, values and principles of learning to support the almost 30,000 students we serve. Joining Winnipeg School Division means getting the opportunity to work in schools in a variety of communities throughout Winnipeg that are culturally diverse and emphasize the inclusion of all students.