October 2026 Job Opening Announcement
We are excited to announce a job opening with SRW – Non-profit Volunteer Coordinator.
About us: Shenango River Watchers is a 501(c)(3) non-profit watershed group formed to restore and protect the environmental, scenic and recreational attributes of the Shenango River Watershed.
Non-profit Volunteer Coordinator
Job Title:Volunteer Coordinator
Organization: Shenango River Watchers
Location: Hybrid – Office 730 Forker Blvd Hermitage, PA; Shenango River watershed area, including Mercer & Lawrence Counties and surrounding areas
Position Type: Part time; 12-month contract
Contracted Amount: $6,000
Application Deadline: Monday, November 2, 2026
The Shenango River Watchers (SRW) is seeking an organized, engaging Volunteer Coordinator for a 12-month, part-time position. SRW recently celebrated their 25th anniversary and developed a strategic plan, which includes recruitment and retention of volunteers. This is a hybrid position, with mostly remote work due to traveling to various locations throughout the watershed communities. There will be some work to be completed in the SRW office due to training and meetings. The Volunteer Coordinator will report to the Volunteer Committee Chair.
Responsibilities/Tasks
- Volunteer Recruitment & Retention Strategy – Implement and update volunteer recruitment and retention strategy. Develop and implement volunteer programs with corporations and community sectors.
- Volunteer Orientation – Develop volunteer orientation procedures with assistance from committee chairs.
- Volunteer Placement – Find and place volunteers for general and specific tasks, including day-to-day operations, committees, and events.
- Volunteer Scheduling & Communication – Manage task logistics, including utilizing SRW’s volunteer sign-up software (Charityproud) and train volunteers on tracking their volunteer hours.
- Volunteer Retention – Maintain engagement with volunteers, from first-time supporters to long-term advocates, through implementation of volunteer appreciation/retention initiatives.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written communication).
- Comfortable recruiting and managing people for various tasks, including presenting volunteer opportunities to organizations and individuals.
- Excellent computer skills including knowledge in our willingness to learn Google Workspace for Non-profit, Microsoft Office, Canva, ability to maintain an established website, and Charityproud.
- Proficiency with social media platforms and marketing strategies.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of SRW, but not required. Volunteer Coordinator will have orientation of SRW and its day-to-day operations and event logistics.
- Experience with volunteer coordination is preferred, but not required.
Deliverables will be reported every three months. The Volunteer Coordinator will be given clear deliverables with expectations and outcomes. The Volunteer Coordinator will be monitored by the Volunteer Committee and reviewed on a 3-month basis with 30-60 minute video calls or in-person meetings every other week.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume with cover letter to:
SRW Volunteer Committee Chair, Suzanne Kepple
suzannek@shenangoriverwatchers.org
Shenango River Watchers is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Job Postings can also be viewed on our website at shenangoriverwatchers.org
Our contact information:
Shenango River Watchers
730 Forker Blvd.
Hermitage, PA 16148
724-342-5453