GRADE
ASTD12
LOCATION OF POSITION
13800 McMullen Highway, SW
Cumberland, MD 21502
Main Purpose of Job
Volunteer Activities Coordinator III plans, organizes and directs a volunteer program at The Western Correctional Institution (WCI). Provide administrative support to executive staff as needed. This position differs from the standard VAC position in that security is paramount in a Correctional setting. This position requires extensive technical knowledge in the retrieval and interpretation of criminal history documents. This position also requires completion of the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Academy.
POSITION DUTIES
- Plans and coordinates a comprehensive volunteer activities program
- Coordinates the activities of volunteer groups and other organizations in their efforts to assist the agency in carrying out its goals and programs.
- Develops plans for volunteer groups and individuals serving the needs of the client population
- Arranges the programming and scheduling of social, recreational, religious and other activities and for the distribution of donated supplies and contributions
- Prepares newsletters and brochures concerning the institution or community program and its activities
- Prepares and edits news releases, publications, newsletters and special publications concerning the volunteer program
- Prepares and revises the annual budget, reports, operations manual and volunteer handbook
- Makes presentations at civic and professional gatherings regarding of the goals, functions, programs, accomplishments and needs of the agency or institution
- Plans special events such as dedications of new buildings, open houses and tours for organizations and individuals
- Maintains volunteer continuing education program
- Works with chiefs of operating units in coordinating staff and volunteer activities
- Meets groups and individuals requesting tours of the institution or facility
- Maintains scheduled meetings of Volunteer Advisory Council
- May be required to develop a religious program for patients or inmates
- Performs other related duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Two years of experience involving planning, coordinating and evaluating volunteer activities in a state facility, institution or community-based program.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30credit hours in social sciences, journalism, public relations or a related field and three years of experience involving planning, coordinating and evaluating volunteer activities in a state facility, institution or community-based program for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of graduate level education in social sciences, journalism, public relations or a related field from an accredited college or university at a rate of 30 credit hours for each year for up to six years of the required experience.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
2. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete training and maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees in this classification will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after the closing date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to requirements of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies in this job classification. Applicants certified to this list will remain eligible for one year. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov or faxed to 410-484-5928. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment.
If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to hr.recruitmentuser@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line, or fax to 410-484-5928 (providing a cover sheet with your contact information, recruitment name, recruitment number and the number of pages faxed). Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division at 410-585-3999.
Emily Eubanks- emily.eubanks@maryland.gov
If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.