Volunteer Coordinator – Riversdale House Museum – Seasonal/Year-Round

Salary: $16.00 – $18.00 Hourly

Location : Riverdale, MD

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Number: VCRHM22

Department: PGC Parks and Recreation

Division: Natural and Historical Res

Opening Date: 05/25/2023

Closing Date: 7/25/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George’s County Department of Parks, and Recreation, Natural and Historical Resources Division is currently seeking a part-time, year-round Volunteer Coordinator for the Riversdale House Museum to lead a successful and diverse team of volunteers.

The Riversdale House Museum, a circa 1801 National Historic Landmark and NPS Network to Freedom designated site, seeks a dynamic and creative volunteer coordinator to join our team. Built as a residence for Stier-Calvert Family, Riversdale interprets life starting in early Federal America through the Civil War. The home was operated through free labor by generations enslaved and indentured workers, which the Museum is currently researching to better represent and include those voices in its interpretation. Rich in primary sources, the Museum’s interpretation spans American, African American, women’s, state, and local histories highlighted in its programming, tours, and exhibitions. Today, the Museum is transforming its traditional narrative into one that is more inclusive, diverse, and relevant through the development of impactful interpretation that better connects with current and new audiences as well as the surrounding community.

Riversdale House Museum employs a small team with many projects and responsibilities that are team-based. However, the candidate for the volunteer coordinator position will often be delegated individual tasks associated with their work program. The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling all volunteers, publishing a quarterly schedule, coordinating, serving as the point person for volunteer recruitment, training, and continuing education opportunities. In addition to the primary duties the candidate will also be required to provide support for front facing operational duties, public programs, activities, and special events. The candidate will be able to work independently and satisfactorily complete these tasks and meet deadlines.

• This position pays at a rate of $16.00/hour to $18.00/hour dependent on experience and qualifications.
• The position is part-time, up to 30 hours a week
• Position reports Sunday – Thursday, occasional evenings and weekends required.

This candidate will support the Riversdale House Museum in upholding the four strategic pillars of the Natural and Historic Resources Division (NHRD):

1. Enhance the Visitor Experience: Quality and Quantity
2. Leave a Legacy: Transforming Education into Activism
3. Strengthen Inclusivity, Diversity, and Belonging
4. Act with Honesty, Integrity, Respect, and Trust

Candidate will:

• Be a self-starter and able to multi-task.
• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Learn the basic history of the site and complete formal docent training.
• Be comfortable interacting with the public while serving as front line staff during open hours and special events.
• Be willing to perform other duties as assigned.

Examples of Important Duties
Essential Job Functions:

• Recruit, interview, develop, and retain dedicated volunteers for opportunities that include tour guides, garden aides, museum shop assistants, digitization and research aides, open hearth Kitchen Guild, and special event aides
• Work with staff to develop/update volunteer job descriptions, schedule specific volunteer activities, and coordinate volunteer orientation and trainings
• Act as liaison between staff and volunteers
• Advertise volunteer program through Department Volunteer services, social media, Department Guide, on-site advertising, park newsletter, and outreach events
• Develop and update forms, handbooks, and materials for training and recruitment
• Document and maintain volunteer data including number of participants, hours, and value of service; submits quarterly reports on overall program and project specific data
• Organize volunteer appreciation events
• Schedule all volunteers
• Publish quarterly volunteer newsletter and monthly scheduling communications
• Assist staff with administrative support and special event coordination
• Serve as Manager on Duty on Sundays

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid government-issued driver’s license.
• Completed or be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program. A major in history, education, museum education, museum studies, or a related field preferred.
• Specialized knowledge and experience in 19th century U.S. History, African American History, African American Studies, or Ethnic Studies desirable.
• Familiarity with current federal and state curriculum guidelines, elementary education teaching methodologies, and ability to develop curriculum for education programming and conducting school field trips and other education-focused tours and workshops.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud a plus.
• Bilingual abilities a plus.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and comfortably navigate stairs.
• Ability to work outdoor events in a variety of weather conditions

Supplemental Information

• Position does not qualify for benefits.
• A background investigation will be completed prior to hire.

Person(s) hired for this position must provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (with limited religious or medical exceptions).

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

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Are you at least 21 years of age?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid government-issued driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question