Volunteer Coordinator

The Galveston Bay Foundation (GBF) seeks a full-time Volunteer Coordinator to assist the Volunteer Manager with identifying volunteer opportunities and coordinating the recruitment, training and logistics for volunteer events and activities. Volunteers are essential to the success of the Galveston Bay Foundation. They leverage in-house resources and contribute to the hands-on delivery of important program goals, activities, and events. Also, through volunteer engagement, GBF can foster a community of lifelong stewards of Galveston Bay and inspire actions that benefit the health of the Bay.

The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator that enjoys inspiring people to accomplish a task and make them feel valued for their contribution. This position requires someone that is highly organized, safety-conscious, and can take initiative as a creative problem solver.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Volunteer Manager to schedule volunteers, supplies/equipment, and vehicles for events, programs, and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and volunteer satisfaction.
• Serve as the primary contact for volunteers by keeping them informed through regular communications and responding to inquiries or concerns.
• Assist in implementing GBF’s annual community-based events such as Bravos for the Bay, Houston Oyster & Sea Fest, Trash Bash, Marsh Mania, Adopt-A-Beach, Spring/Fall Plant Sale, and Bike Around the Bay.
• Coordinate with program staff to pre-event supply and staging logistics, as well as post-event cleanup and storage needs.
• Provide on-site assistance during events, ensuring volunteers are effectively integrated and supported.

Qualifications and Experience: 

• A minimum of one or combination of the following professional and academic experience:  Highschool GED and at least 2 years of professional experience; or 2-year associate’s degree and at least 1 year of professional experience in environmental outreach or volunteer engagement.
• Prior experience working with volunteers OR as an active volunteer in a nonprofit setting is required.
• Knowledge of best practices for leading safe outdoor activities for youth and families is required.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and cloud-based technologies; experience with volunteer platforms is a plus.