Introduction
The Division of Parks and Recreation preserves cultural and historic resources, from a Civil War-era fort to elegant estates. And it provides a wide variety of recreational and educational opportunities for Delawareans and visitors.
Summary Statement
This position is a part of the Division Office of Volunteer and Community Involvement team and will have direct leadership and administration responsibilities for Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware Seashore State Park, and the Campground Host Program. The principal responsibilities of this position will include direct coordination, administration, and on site leadership of volunteer activity within the assigned parks, scheduling Volunteer Calendar events, recruitment, placement, and selection of volunteers including Hosts, and community groups and volunteers, and developing new volunteer engagement activities. This position is responsible for coordination of the Campground Host program, including the recruitment, onboarding, and training of hosts at Cape Henlopen, Delaware, Seashore, Trap Pond, Killens Pond, and Lums Pond State Parks.
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
• Provides volunteer management and coordination duties under the direction of the Office of Volunteer and Community Involvement.
• Recruits, interviews and selects volunteers.
• Coordinates and manages the Campground Host Program.
• Supervises volunteers and volunteer service projects.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Assesses the need for volunteers and volunteer projects through consultation with park personnel.
• Assigns and places volunteers.
• Conducts volunteer orientation and training.
• Coordinates volunteer recognition.
• Maintains and reports on hours of service and other records as required.
• Assists in Statewide volunteer events as requested.
• Assists and coordinates with Friends organizations in each park.
• Performs other related work as required.
Job Requirements
Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Regional Volunteer Manager-
1. One year experience in using standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets or databases.
2. One year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
3. Knowledge of natural, cultural, historical resources or parks and recreation.
4. Knowledge of public speaking or interpretation.
5. Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
Additional Posting Information
This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.
This posting may be closed on or before the posted closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).
Regional Volunteer Manager will have responsibilities at CHSP, DSSP, TPSP and KPSP.
Cape Henlopen (15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE, 19958)
Delaware Seashore State Park (39415 Inlet Road, Rehoboth, DE, 19971)
Trap Pond state Park (33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE, 19956)
Killens Pond state Park (5025 Killens Pond Rd, Felton, DE, 19943)
Conditions of Hire
DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.
Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
Selection Process
The application and resume are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
