Volunteer Services Coordinator III

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.

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Functional Title: Volunteer Services Coordinator III

Job Title: Volunteer Services Coord III

Agency: Dept of Family & Protectve Svc

Department: Region 3W CPS Dir Del - Cnty

Posting Number: 19697

Closing Date: 08/18/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Protective Services

Salary Range: $3,581.33 - $5,372.41

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-17

Shift: Day

Additional Shift:

Telework: Not Eligible for Telework

Travel: Up to 20%

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Job Location City: FORT WORTH

Job Location Address: 2700 BEN AVE

Other Locations:

MOS Codes: No military equivalent

Brief Job Description:

CPS Volunteer Services Coordinator III- This position serves as the Community Coordinator for Tarrant County and is responsible for organizing local community initiatives to support the Tarrant County Child Protective Services program for the Texas Department of Family & Protective Services. Work involves organizing and implementing several major projects each year, and overseeing, coordinating, and promoting a volunteer services program to assist with these projects. This position provides public awareness about child abuse and neglect and develops relationships with community boards and partners. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Plans, develops, and provides support for community projects and programs that support the agency
• Assists in preparing budgets and monitoring expenditures for volunteer programs
• Coordinates the recruitment, selection and training of volunteers
• Prepares program reports and other documentation as requested by the Tarrant County CPS Board and Community Partners of Tarrant County
• Provides training, leadership, public awareness and education for staff and local community organizations
• Solicits contributions for funding projects and ensures that contributions and donations are properly handled and acknowledged
• Represents the agency to local Tarrant County community groups
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations
• Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

This position requires use of the applicants personal vehicle at times to complete job functions.

Applicants for positions must have a reliable vehicle and a current, valid Texas drivers license appropriate for the vehicle and passenger or cargo load. Applicants must provide proof of insurance and license.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Knowledge of Child Protective Services (CPS) programs, policies, procedures, organizational operations, and client service needs
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to CPS
• Knowledge of community resources and law enforcement contacts
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with agency staff at all levels and with the external community
• Skill in effective written and verbal communications including public speaking
• Skill in personal computer use and applicable software such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to originate ideas and strategies for communicating the agency message
• Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds and professions
• Ability to develop materials and documents for distribution internally and externally in a professional manner
• Ability to provide information, training and support to agency staff and external entities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Ability to perform a wide variety of job-related tasks and work independently
• Ability to use sound judgment when assessing job duties, complaints from the community, and assignment of special projects
• Ability to organize and prioritize job assignments
• Ability to travel locally within Tarrant County
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed, especially during the month of December
• Ability to lift and move boxes of donations and supplies as needed. The incumbent typically performs work that requires him/her to exert up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

Previous experience in coordinating community events involving volunteer services and fundraising efforts OR previous experience working for Child Protective Services or a related child welfare agency.

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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditors Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.

Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver's record check.

State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.

As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.

DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.