Volunteer Services Assistant

Description

The Volunteer Services Assistant proactively provides general administrative assistance to Human Resources' Volunteer Services department while utilizing databases and reporting software on a daily basis and serving as a positive, welcoming Museum representative for all staff, volunteers and interns. This position also supports the volunteer recruitment process by managing all applications, maintaining an ongoing recruiting database, onboarding all new volunteers, processing background checks, and leading new volunteer and intern orientations. The Volunteer Services Assistant also sustains the efforts of special projects and events volunteers, ensuring all volunteers are fully engaged in the life of the Museum.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily assistance to ~600-700 volunteers and help recruit and onboard ~250-300 new volunteers a year
  • Process ~350 criminal background checks for staff, volunteers and interns a year
  • Assist with the placement of more than 200 volunteers in ~50-70 special events a year

Minimum Qualifications

  • Post high school course work, technical degree, associate’s degree or business certificate preferred.
  • More than 1 year but less than 3 years of administrative experience.

    • Additional Details

    Work Schedule

    This position is full-time, 35 hours/week, Tuesday-Saturday.

    Salary

    Non-Exempt (Hourly). Commensurate with experience.

    Classification

    Regular, Full-time

    Benefits and Perks

    Benefits for full-time, non-exempt (hourly) staff include: free parking, T accessibility, 15 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5-10 sick days, medical and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, retirement and savings plan, health care/dependent care flex spending plan, employee discounts, employee referral program, tuition assistance, professional development, direct deposit, free admission, free Duck Tours, discounted movie passes, and much more!

    How To Apply

    In order to be considered for a position, please email jobs@mos.org with the following:

    • The exact position title in the subject line
    • A resumé and cover letter

    Emails are preferred and can be processed more quickly. However, we are also able to accept cover letters and resumés by mail or fax if necessary:

    Mail to:

    Human Resources Museum of Science Science Park Boston, MA 02114

    617-589-0362 (FAX)

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The Museum of Science seeks to recruit, hire, develop, promote, and retain individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds and persons with disabilities. We strive to create and sustain a more affirming environment for all staff, interns, volunteers, trustees and overseers. We value expertise gained at the Museum and encourage professional development and career growth.