Volunteer Coordinator

Job Description

The Harris Center seeks an organized and enthusiastic Volunteer Coordinator to support our mission
of connecting people with the natural world. This newly created position will be split equally between
volunteer coordination (50%) and providing administrative support for other Harris Center programs
(50%). Primary responsibilities will include cultivating relationships with volunteers, organizing volunteer
workdays and related events, and ensuring our programs run smoothly, while also managing essential
office tasks. Work will vary seasonally. This position will report to our Operations Manager.
The Harris Center is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of color,
people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ applicants, and people from other historically marginalized groups to
apply for this position, recognizing that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and
to those we serve.

Responsibilities

Volunteer Coordination (50%):
● Cultivate a vibrant volunteer community by recruiting, organizing, training, supporting, and
engaging volunteers in meaningful opportunities across all of the Harris Center’s program areas.
Volunteer projects may include trail maintenance, invasive plant pulling, gardening, grounds
cleanup, leading hikes and other outings, assisting with educational events and community science
projects, helping with mailings, and more
● Coordinate volunteer workdays with local businesses, scouts, and other groups, ensuring that these
events are fun, impactful, and well-organized
● Work with our Communications Manager to share volunteer stories through social media,
newsletter articles, and other avenues
● Maintain the Harris Center’s collection of trail tools and other equipment
● Represent the Harris Center at community events
 

Administrative Tasks (50%):
● Recordkeeping & Data Entry: Enter and manage gift data in the Harris Center’s donor management
database (Little Green Light), help generate gift acknowledgement letters and update contacts in
our email newsletter system (Constant Contact)
● Event Registrations: Create and manage registration forms for 150+ events annually
● Event Support: Assist with behind-the-scenes logistics for events, including waitlist and registration
management, communications, and setup and cleanup for in-person events
● Office Support: Answer phones and greet visitors
● Managing Building Rentals: Oversee building rentals, including scheduling, communicating with
renters, and ensuring the space is ready for use
● Assist with other tasks, as needed
 

Desired Qualifications

● Experience in volunteer management, community outreach, or a similar role
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills
● Exceptional organizational abilities, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage
multiple tasks simultaneously
● A passion for conservation and the Harris Center’s mission
● A robust sense of integrity and a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of donor and
project information
● Comfort with working outside in a variety of weather conditions
● Ability to hike long distances on uneven terrain while carrying tools and other equipment
● Experience with our donor management database system is a plus
 

Location & Hours
This position will be primarily in-person and based out of the Harris Center’s headquarters in Hancock, NH.
Limited remote work is possible. 32 hours per week, with timing somewhat flexible within normal office
hours. Some evening and weekend work is required.
 

Salary & Benefits
$35,000 to $39,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid holidays and 16 days of paid
vacation leave, health insurance (Harris Center covers 80% of the premium), and a Simple IRA retirement
plan with up to 3% employer match. Wilderness First Aid training will be provided.