Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator-
The deadline for applications is April 1, 2026 but may remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Please send a CV and cover letter to: jobs@parklandsfoundation.org
Parklands foundation
Normal, IL
Job Title: Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator
Reports to: Director of Development and Administration
Position: Full-time
Hourly Rate: $23.00 – $26.00
Schedule: Flexible schedule; weekends as needed
Job Summary: The Outreach and Volunteer Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the Foundation’s mission by strengthening community engagement, expanding membership, and supporting stewardship initiatives. This full-time position serves as a key connector between the organization, its volunteers, members, and the public. The role requires strong independent judgment, clear communication, and a passion for land conservation, outreach, and volunteer leadership.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Outreach & Community Engagement:
- Attend Outreach Committee meetings and collaborate on the development and execution of outreach strategies that increase public awareness and membership.
- Coordinate and deliver educational and outreach programs for community groups, partners, and requesting organizations.
- Serve as a public-facing representative of the Foundation, ensuring consistent and professional messaging aligned with the mission.
- Communications & Marketing:
- Develop, produce, and distribute newsletters, press releases, and outreach communications.
- Update and maintain website content and manage social media platforms to promote programs, events, and initiatives.
- Manage outreach materials, apparel orders, and promotional inventory to support marketing and fundraising efforts.
- Membership, Donor & Data Management:
- Maintain and update membership, donor, and volunteer databases, maintaining data accuracy and integrity.
- Support fundraising and membership growth initiatives, including mailings, surveys, and membership drives.
- Coordinate targeted outreach campaigns in collaboration with internal stakeholders and leadership.
- Volunteer Stewardship & Field Support:
- Recruit, train, retain, and recognize Volunteer Stewards.
- Organize volunteer workdays, document volunteer activities and hours, and maintain required permits.
- Communicate regularly with volunteers and develop policies to support safe, effective volunteer engagement.
- Support stewardship activities, including outdoor and field-based work, as needed.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and public communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications and ability to learn new systems and tools.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Comfortable working outdoors year-round.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to office and rural sites.
- Availability for weekend work and accessibility during standard business hours.
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations or volunteer-based programs.
- Experience with social media management, graphic design, event planning.
- Experience with CRM software.
- Prior experience working with volunteers and coordinating outdoor or conservation-related activities.
Location: ParkLands Foundation has office space in Normal, IL. Events and volunteer workdays will occur on ParkLands Preserves in rural Woodford and McLean Counties.
Compensation & Benefits:
This position offers a flexible work schedule, paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays. This job description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed. Additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Development and Administration.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business or mission needs evolve.
The Foundation will consider requests or exceptions based on legally protected religious observances, as reasonable accommodations to an employee’s disability, or as otherwise required by law.