Volunteer Services and Strategic Partnership Consultant
Apply NowCompany: Richland County School District One
Location: Day, FL 32013
Description:
Position Type:
CLASSIFIED/INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Date Posted:
8/7/2024
Location:
EXTENDED-DAY PROGRAMSRichland County School District One
Columiba, South Carolina Volunteer Services and Strategic Partnerships ? Consultant
240 Days
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $76,480.59-$109,339.65
General Statement of Job
Under direct supervision, implements a comprehensive community relations and community engagement program to build a strong, on-going support base for District schools and students. Recruits and supervises community volunteers and partners; organizes special community-based projects and programs; Performs various other public relations functions (i.e., Managing the Department's Webpage, Info APP, and Social Media outlets) as needed to maintain effective and efficient department programming, notoriety and public exposure. Reports to the Director of Strategic Partnerships.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Conceives, develops and evaluates new programs to enrich District activities through community involvement and engagement. Plans, organizes and presents orientation and training for community volunteers and partners for the various District programs and projects.
Generates formative and summative reports of volunteer/partnership sustainability, impact and volume utilizing advanced, technical skill and proficiency.
Possesses knowledge of relevant Richland County School District One Board Policies impacting the specific duties, responsibilities and position expectations, and actively participates in cyclical reviews of these policies.
Secures grants, corporate and philanthropic donations, fundraising and "friend-raising" opportunities supporting the District's Strategic Plan and expectations.
Coordinates the school district's volunteer programs and partnership program and maintains a comprehensive volunteer/partner database and records.
Receives, reviews, prepares and submits various records and (formative/summative) reports of Volunteer/Partnership sustainability, impact and volume (i.e., Volunteer Hours Documentation, program evaluations, various forms and records, memos, and correspondence, etc.)
Maintains public awareness of volunteer opportunities through public speaking, media appearances, writing and distributing news and feature articles; develops support materials, including volunteer manuals, handbooks, brochures, posters, and flyers. Also manages the Department's Webpage, Info APP and Social Media handles.
Maintains current knowledge of volunteerism and mentoring theories and practices, and maintains abreast of the best state, regional and national practices for Volunteer/Partnership management and sustainability.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, students, parents, volunteers, schools/school administrators, District staff, news media, sales representatives, community organizations and businesses, professional peers, law-enforcement and safety/security governing agencies, and the general public.
Develops budget for volunteer services activities and other mandates.
Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, Board policies, administrative rules, and directives.
Additional Duties:
Prepares various mailings and informational packets.
Maintains inventory of District Volunteer/Partnership (et all) technical, outlay, and promotional items and resources.
Performs related duties as required.
Develops strategic systems, processes and practices for department effectiveness and optimum performance.
Integrates emerging technologies to ensure office effectiveness and optimum performance.
Minimum Education and Training
Requires a Master's degree in the program planning, volunteerism, patron/stakeholder advocacy, public relations arena(s), or closely related field supplemented by four years of experience in the program planning, volunteerism, patron/stakeholder advocacy, public relations field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. *Multi-Lingual Speaking proficiency desired.
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including a computer, telephone, etc. Must be able to exert up to five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting much of the time, but also involves walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of five to ten pounds.
Data Conception:
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
Interpersonal Communications:
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to volunteers/partners and receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisor.
Requires ability to speak publicly to an array of stakeholders including the Administration and Board of School Commissioners during Board Meetings.
Language Ability:
Requires ability to read a variety of policy and procedure manuals, reference materials, computer manuals, etc. Requires the ability to prepare various records and reports, correspondence, etc. with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.
Intelligence:
Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, mathematical or schedule form. Requires the ability to apply influence systems in managing volunteers; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.
Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions; to counsel and teach volunteers. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds.
Numerical Aptitude:
Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time.
Form/Spatial Aptitude:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape; and visually read various information.
Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery.
Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Color Discrimination: Does not require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Performance Evaluation Critieter
Job Knowledge:
Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Public Relations, Marketing and Communications Services Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Volunteer Mentoring Program Coordinator. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related departments and agencies. Has considerable knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of Richland District One and other governmental agencies. Knows how to plan, organize and direct a corps of volunteers. Is able to perform program evaluations and to make recommendations based on results. Knows how to apply supervisory and managerial concepts and principles. Has the ability to offer training and assistance to volunteers and co-workers as required. Has the ability to offer instruction and advice to volunteers regarding departmental policies, methods and regulations. Has the ability to use independent judgment as needed in performing routine and non-routine tasks. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to read and interpret various reports and related materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Knows how to prepare records, reports, forms, correspondence, etc. with accuracy, using proper grammar. Has knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Has good organizational, technical and human relations skills. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has skill in the use of computers. Has knowledge of the standard tools, materials and practices of the trade. Has skill in the care and use of required tools and equipment.
Quality of Work:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with all District departments and divisions, co-workers and the public.
Quantity of Work:
Performs described "Specific Duties and Responsibilities" and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets standards and expectations of the District.
Dependability:
Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, District policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Remains accountable to assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
Attendance:
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to District policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
Judgment:
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
Cooperation:
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with District policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the District.
Relationships with Others:
Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and District benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all District employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the public so as to maintain good will toward the District and to project a good District image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the District. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the District. Interacts effectively with higher management, professionals and the public.
Coordination of Work:
Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Safety and Housekeeping:
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the District and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.
CLASSIFIED/INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Date Posted:
8/7/2024
Location:
EXTENDED-DAY PROGRAMSRichland County School District One
Columiba, South Carolina Volunteer Services and Strategic Partnerships ? Consultant
240 Days
FLSA: Exempt
Salary Range: $76,480.59-$109,339.65
General Statement of Job
Under direct supervision, implements a comprehensive community relations and community engagement program to build a strong, on-going support base for District schools and students. Recruits and supervises community volunteers and partners; organizes special community-based projects and programs; Performs various other public relations functions (i.e., Managing the Department's Webpage, Info APP, and Social Media outlets) as needed to maintain effective and efficient department programming, notoriety and public exposure. Reports to the Director of Strategic Partnerships.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Conceives, develops and evaluates new programs to enrich District activities through community involvement and engagement. Plans, organizes and presents orientation and training for community volunteers and partners for the various District programs and projects.
Generates formative and summative reports of volunteer/partnership sustainability, impact and volume utilizing advanced, technical skill and proficiency.
Possesses knowledge of relevant Richland County School District One Board Policies impacting the specific duties, responsibilities and position expectations, and actively participates in cyclical reviews of these policies.
Secures grants, corporate and philanthropic donations, fundraising and "friend-raising" opportunities supporting the District's Strategic Plan and expectations.
Coordinates the school district's volunteer programs and partnership program and maintains a comprehensive volunteer/partner database and records.
Receives, reviews, prepares and submits various records and (formative/summative) reports of Volunteer/Partnership sustainability, impact and volume (i.e., Volunteer Hours Documentation, program evaluations, various forms and records, memos, and correspondence, etc.)
Maintains public awareness of volunteer opportunities through public speaking, media appearances, writing and distributing news and feature articles; develops support materials, including volunteer manuals, handbooks, brochures, posters, and flyers. Also manages the Department's Webpage, Info APP and Social Media handles.
Maintains current knowledge of volunteerism and mentoring theories and practices, and maintains abreast of the best state, regional and national practices for Volunteer/Partnership management and sustainability.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, students, parents, volunteers, schools/school administrators, District staff, news media, sales representatives, community organizations and businesses, professional peers, law-enforcement and safety/security governing agencies, and the general public.
Develops budget for volunteer services activities and other mandates.
Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, Board policies, administrative rules, and directives.
Additional Duties:
Prepares various mailings and informational packets.
Maintains inventory of District Volunteer/Partnership (et all) technical, outlay, and promotional items and resources.
Performs related duties as required.
Develops strategic systems, processes and practices for department effectiveness and optimum performance.
Integrates emerging technologies to ensure office effectiveness and optimum performance.
Minimum Education and Training
Requires a Master's degree in the program planning, volunteerism, patron/stakeholder advocacy, public relations arena(s), or closely related field supplemented by four years of experience in the program planning, volunteerism, patron/stakeholder advocacy, public relations field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. *Multi-Lingual Speaking proficiency desired.
Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including a computer, telephone, etc. Must be able to exert up to five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting much of the time, but also involves walking or standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of five to ten pounds.
Data Conception:
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
Interpersonal Communications:
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to volunteers/partners and receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisor.
Requires ability to speak publicly to an array of stakeholders including the Administration and Board of School Commissioners during Board Meetings.
Language Ability:
Requires ability to read a variety of policy and procedure manuals, reference materials, computer manuals, etc. Requires the ability to prepare various records and reports, correspondence, etc. with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.
Intelligence:
Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, mathematical or schedule form. Requires the ability to apply influence systems in managing volunteers; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.
Verbal Aptitude:
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions; to counsel and teach volunteers. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds.
Numerical Aptitude:
Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time.
Form/Spatial Aptitude:
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape; and visually read various information.
Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery.
Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Color Discrimination: Does not require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.
Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Performance Evaluation Critieter
Job Knowledge:
Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Public Relations, Marketing and Communications Services Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Volunteer Mentoring Program Coordinator. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has thorough knowledge of the organization of the Department and of related departments and agencies. Has considerable knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of Richland District One and other governmental agencies. Knows how to plan, organize and direct a corps of volunteers. Is able to perform program evaluations and to make recommendations based on results. Knows how to apply supervisory and managerial concepts and principles. Has the ability to offer training and assistance to volunteers and co-workers as required. Has the ability to offer instruction and advice to volunteers regarding departmental policies, methods and regulations. Has the ability to use independent judgment as needed in performing routine and non-routine tasks. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to read and interpret various reports and related materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Knows how to prepare records, reports, forms, correspondence, etc. with accuracy, using proper grammar. Has knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Has good organizational, technical and human relations skills. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has skill in the use of computers. Has knowledge of the standard tools, materials and practices of the trade. Has skill in the care and use of required tools and equipment.
Quality of Work:
Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with all District departments and divisions, co-workers and the public.
Quantity of Work:
Performs described "Specific Duties and Responsibilities" and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets standards and expectations of the District.
Dependability:
Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, District policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Remains accountable to assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.
Attendance:
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to District policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.
Initiative and Enthusiasm:
Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.
Judgment:
Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.
Cooperation:
Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with District policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the District.
Relationships with Others:
Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and District benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all District employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the public so as to maintain good will toward the District and to project a good District image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the District. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the District. Interacts effectively with higher management, professionals and the public.
Coordination of Work:
Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Safety and Housekeeping:
Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the District and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.