Four Mile Historic Park · 1 day ago
Volunteer and Program Coordinator
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$22/hr - $27/hr
3+ years expFour Mile Historic Park is a vibrant gateway to Denver’s Western heritage, and they are seeking a Volunteer and Program Coordinator to join their education department. This role involves integrating volunteers into educational programs, improving program offerings, and enhancing guest experiences through creative program development and effective volunteer management.
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Hiring Manager
Liz Brown
Responsibilities
Foster relationships with diverse communities, schools, cultural institutions, and nonprofits, while attending events and networking to strengthen partnerships, expand the Park's presence, and promote inclusive storytelling
Communicate volunteer recruitment and event designs to the marketing team, who will promote engagement through social media, email newsletters, flyers, and local media
Utilize volunteer management software to coordinate volunteer applications, background checks, training, and scheduling
Track volunteer hours using volunteer management software
Coordinate volunteers (docents, artists, event support, volunteer groups, etc.)- recruiting, training, scheduling, and overseeing volunteers
Collect and utilize feedback from volunteers to improve volunteer and guest experience at events and programs
Communicate with Four Mile staff to understand volunteer needs and make the volunteer schedule available to staff
Keep volunteers informed on event schedules, opportunities, and continued training requirements
Collaborate with the Marketing and Events Manager and Manager of Programs and Education to organize and send out quarterly newsletters, monthly member eBlasts, and other relevant communications
In collaboration with the Manager of Programs and Education and the Special Projects Coordinator, plan and execute volunteer appreciation events
In collaboration with the Development Manager, plan and execute volunteer membership agreements
Develop a budget for volunteer programs and track program expenditures, providing regular financial updates to leadership
Coordinate volunteer engagement programs (Lunch & Learns) quarterly
Exercise creativity by designing, developing, and implementing educational programs that align with the mission of Four Mile in both English, tailored to various demographics including schools, families, tourists, and community groups
Lead or assist hands-on educational activities for all ages, both at the Park and at schools, senior centers, and community centers across the metro area. Ensure that all on and offsite programs and events comply with local regulations, safety standards, and Park policies
Employ DEIA principals to ensure that programs reflect the true history of the Park while being engaging and educational, ensuring that all guests feel welcome, and that their lived experience is reflected in the space
Participate in ongoing training to provide high-quality programming in alignment with state standards and current best practices in interpretative education
Actively participate in regularly scheduled education staff meetings and report on programs
We are a small, passionate team dedicated to providing an excellent experience for Park visitors. To that end, all employees are tasked with taking on responsibility for Visitor Services shifts and event coverage. This position includes a Visitor Services shift on every Sunday, as well as taking on support roles during special events, providing feeding/care of the Park’s animal residents, offering house tours, and generally acting as a welcoming, professional resource for visitors
Qualification
Required
3+ years of relevant work experience e.g. educational program development, youth education, summer camps. Candidates with past teaching experience and recent graduates of education programs are strongly encouraged to apply
Computer literacy required (PC: Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, internet, ability to learn internal CRM tools)
Knowledge of visitor services principles, practices, and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong follow-through with a high level of organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to articulate the mission of Four Mile Historic Park and its programs and services to the public as well as interpret site policy and procedures for the visitor
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, external stakeholders, students, and members of the public; exercise tact and diplomacy at all times, and demonstrate an understanding of protocol and sensitivity to cultural diversity issues
Willingness to work a varying schedule based on program enrollment; weekend hours will be necessary as well as some evenings and holidays
Reliable transportation required
Benefits
Medical coverage through Kaiser Permanente, Dental through Delta Dental.
Participation in the organization’s retirement plan, a Simple IRA, is offered to the full-time employee after they earn $5,000 in a calendar year. This plan has a company match of up to 4% of the annualized salary.
12 paid holidays aligned with the Denver City Holiday schedule.
Eligible for approved overtime.
Mileage reimbursement for off-site programs when a personal vehicle is used.
Company
Four Mile Historic Park
On the banks of Cherry Creek, just four miles from downtown Denver, Four Mile Historic Park is a 12-acre oasis featuring Denver's oldest standing structure, pioneer exhibits, special events for all ages, and guided tours that transport visitors to Colorado's frontier past.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jennifer LaGraff
Chief Executive Officer
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