Volunteer Services Director jobs in Minneapolis, MN

Working Title: Volunteer Services Coordinator
Job Class: Volunteer Services Coordinator
Agency: Corrections Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/02/2024
• Closing Date: 03/08/2024
• Hiring Agency: Minnesota Department of Corrections
• Location: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Shakopee
• Division/Unit: Facility Operations
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $23.37 - $33.90 / hourly; $48,796 - $70,783 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees - (MAPE)
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position serves as the administrator and key coordinator and is solely responsible for the planning, development, administration, coordination and supervision of the Volunteer Services Program for MCF-Shakopee. The responsibilities involve handling all matters pertaining to volunteers, including but not limited to; program development and program goals, administration of the recruitment, screening, training and evaluating volunteers; working with the staff and volunteers to maintain programs and accurate records of volunteer involvement, and to assist in creating new volunteer programs as needed. This position also provides executive, technical and administrative support to the Associate Warden of Operations, Corrections Captain and Corrections Lieutenants (Watch Commanders) as designated by the Associate Warden of Operations (AWO).

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Experience in planning, developing, organizing, tasking, administering and evaluating a volunteer program.
• Knowledge of methods used in developing a coordinated program of volunteer services.
• Principles and procedures used in the development and utilization of community resources.
• Ability to plan and administer a program of recruitment, screening, placement, and training of volunteer workers.
• Ability to speak and write effectively, including public speaking and facilitating discussions.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

• Experience working with offenders.
• Experience working with public and community groups.
• Organizational skills sufficient to multi task and perform responsibilities in various stages of completion.
• Communication and human relation skills to ensure successful training and mentoring of volunteer staff.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.

Physical Requirements

The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components may consist of a tuberculosis screening, commercial drivers license (CDL) drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please contact Lisa Duffin by email at Lisa.Duffin@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Lisa Duffin at lisa.duffin@state.mn.us or 320-358-0418.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Lisa Duffin at lisa.duffin@state.mn.us.

About Corrections Dept

Why Work for Us

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities. These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a person’s custody status, our mindset is the same: a person’s path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence. Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.