Job Description

Job Title: Part-Time Volunteer Coordinator

Location: San Diego, CA 92111 (100% Onsite)

Pay Range: $20 – $22 per hour

Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week (hours may increase based on performance and business needs)

Duration: 2 months with potential for extension

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Part-Time Volunteer Coordinator to join our team at a well-established nonprofit organization in San Diego. This position is ideal for someone with excellent written and verbal communication skills who is passionate about engaging community members in meaningful volunteer opportunities.

The Volunteer Coordinator will serve as the first point of contact for potential and current volunteers via email and phone. The role focuses heavily on professional email communication, directing inquiries, and maintaining a positive and supportive experience for our volunteers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Respond to volunteer inquiries via email in a timely, friendly, and professional manner
• Ensure all outgoing communications are error-free, grammatically correct , and aligned with the organization’s voice
• Participate in an email writing assessment as part of the interview process
• Direct inquiries to appropriate departments or staff as needed
• Answer incoming phone calls from prospective volunteers and provide general information or connect them to the appropriate contact using provided cheat sheets
• Maintain accurate records of volunteer communications and interactions
• Provide administrative support to the Volunteer Manager and development team
• Assist with event and orientation logistics when needed
• Represent the organization warmly and professionally at all times

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a nonprofit , especially in volunteer coordination , philanthropy , or fundraising
• Exceptional written communication skills with high attention to detail (zero tolerance for typos)
• Customer service experience, especially in handling inquiries by phone and email
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks
• A friendly, professional demeanor with a passion for community service and engagement
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or CRM platforms is a plus

Additional Information:

• This is a part-time, in-person role. Candidates must be available to work onsite at our San Diego office.
• The role has the potential to become full-time depending on performance and organizational need.
• Must be willing to complete a brief email writing assessment as part of the application process.

Join us in making a difference—one volunteer at a time.

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