WAVE Foundation Volunteer Coordinator - Part-Time

WAVE Foundation

WAVE Foundation

WAVE Foundation Volunteer Coordinator - Part-Time

WAVE Foundation, the nonporfit partner of Newport Aquarium, is on a mission to inspire and foster environmental stewards of aquatic life through education, conservation, and volunteerism. WAVE provides unique education curriculum and experiences for students of all ages; supports and provides leadership in local, national and global conservation efforts; and has a vibrant volunteer program with over 300 dedicated volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator and all employees working on behalf of WAVE Foundation receive the same benefits and perks as Newport Aquarium employees.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate recruitment, application review, interviews, placement, orientation, and onboarding for adult volunteers, teen volunteers, and interns.

• Maintain position descriptions, applications, recruitment materials, and accurate volunteer/intern records.

• Coordinate volunteer/intern schedules, attendance, service hours, required documentation, and participation through the volunteer management system.

• Communicate program updates, expectations, policies, and important information to volunteers/interns.

• Serve as the primary resource for volunteers/interns, addressing questions, concerns, performance issues, and behavioral matters in collaboration with organizational leadership.

• Build positive relationships and foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, accountability, engagement, and appreciation.

• Develop and implement volunteer/intern engagement, recognition, retention, and professional development initiatives.

• Coordinate role-specific training with department leaders, maintain training records, and ensure volunteers/interns meet required qualifications.

• Collaborate with staff and department leaders to assess volunteer needs, develop roles, and support effective integration into departmental operations.

• Coordinate volunteer coverage for special events, community programs, educational initiatives, and other organizational needs.

• Evaluate program participation, engagement, retention, and service-hour trends; prepare reports and recommend improvements.

• Develop and implement new volunteer/intern pathways, programs, and initiatives that support WAVE Foundation's mission and strategic goals.

• Ensure volunteer/intern activities comply with organizational policies, safety procedures, and applicable requirements; escalate significant concerns to appropriate leadership.

• Participate in organizational planning, department meetings, Team WAVE meetings, supervisor check-ins, and special events meetings.

• Participate in bi-monthly Team WAVE meetings, 1:1's with supervisor, and special events meetings

• Prepare reports and presentations related to program(s) activity and impact

• Ensure programming supports WAVE Foundation's mission and strategic goals

Experience Required

Bachelor\s Degree OR equivalent experience

Perks

24 Hours of Sick PTO annually. 401K Plan with company match. Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises' properties. Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period. Discounts at Sharky's Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop. Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family. Training and development.

Salary

$20-22/hour

How to Apply

Only applications submitted at via the jobs portal will be considered

WAVE Foundation

1 Aquarium Way

Newport, KY 41071

Phone: 8598151404

Fax: WAVE Foundation

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