Part-Time Recreation Leader - Volunteer Gwinnett

Class Summary

This is a part-time position with a maximum of 1,508 hours per year and is not eligible for paid holidays, leave, or benefits.

Job Description

This Recreation Leader is responsible for managing various administrative tasks, as well as facilitating projects and events in support of the Volunteer Gwinnett program and the Department of Community Services' overall mission. This position will be assisting with the planning and execution of community programming and volunteer recognition events. Additionally, this position will be setting up and staffing community tabling opportunities, providing information about Volunteer Gwinnett, and encouraging public engagement at various events.

Essential Duties

• Assisting in coordinating volunteer recruitment efforts by promoting opportunities to residents, and managing the application process for potential volunteers
• Assisting in the organization and execution of volunteer recognition events, ensuring all logistics are properly managed and volunteers are acknowledged for their contributions
• Providing excellent customer service when interacting with residents and ensuring clear and professional communication while maintaining confidentiality
• Providing prompt and courteous responses to inquiries from residents and volunteers regarding volunteer opportunities, program details, and related questions
• Maintaining accurate records related to volunteer participation, hours logged, and other program-related data, utilizing administrative software and tools
• Collaborating with department liaisons and external organizations to ensure effective program delivery and support for community initiatives
• Facilitating background checks and retention processes for volunteers, ensuring compliance with county regulations and confidentiality standards
• Traveling to multiple sites across the county to ensure successful program delivery
  
  

Public Speaking Duties

• Representing Volunteer Gwinnett at community outreach events
• Delivering clear information to inform the public about volunteer opportunities and initiatives
• Encouraging participation and fostering relationships within the community
  
  

Other Job Requirements/Information

• This job may require after-hours, weekends, or holidays.
  
  

Grade

The grade for this position is 97.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One year of experience in administration, education, nonprofit relations, or event planning
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
• CPR and First Aid Certification within six months

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications

• Coursework in recreation management, public administration, nonprofit management, or marketing
• Experience recruiting, training, or facilitating volunteer or community-based projects
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Customer service experience
  
  

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Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County — one of America's fastest-growing counties for the past 20 years. Our dynamic and exciting county combines the best of big-city living with the comforts of the suburbs.

The county's population in 2000 was about 588,448 and we’ve only continued to grow since then, with the population expected to reach one million by the year 2022.

Gwinnett has many advantages, beginning with its location and road system. The county is just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Thanks to this location, 80 percent of the U.S. population is within a two-hour flight. Georgia Highway 316 has been extended to Athens, reducing travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes. Gwinnett's infrastructure includes more than 2,750 miles of roadways to provide excellent mobility for our residents.

The County Administrator and County Attorney are appointed by the Board of Commissioners and serve at its pleasure. To implement the Board's policy directives, the County Administrator uses a management team consisting of members of his immediate staff and 14 department directors. The 14 departments that make up the executive side are Police Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Corrections, Communications, Support Services, Financial Services, Community Services, Human Resources, Information Technology Services, Law, Planning and Development, Water Resources, Child Advocacy & Juvenile Services, and Transportation. Each department is run by a director who is charged with managing operations in a manner which stresses the County’s values.

In addition to the executive side of County government, certain services are provided through Constitutional officers and independent elected officials. These external offices are created by the Georgia Constitution or through state law. In Gwinnett, they include the Sheriff, Tax Commissioner, District Attorney, Solicitor, Probate Court Judge, and Chief Magistrate.

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.

Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.

Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.

Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.

Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.