The Adler Planetarium is seeking a Volunteer Program Manager to plan, organize and implement a 
program for volunteers and docents.  The person in this position will report to the Associate Director of Floor Programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-	develop and implement a comprehensive volunteer recruitment program
-	maintain the volunteer database
-	keep an inventory of volunteer needs and match volunteer skills and abilities to projects
-	track and report on volunteer projects and hours contributed
-	develop volunteer and docent job descriptions, orientations and training programs
-	implement volunteer participation in Adler outreach-related activities and events
-	coordinate the publication and mailing of a volunteer newsletter
-	coordinate volunteer and docent recognition events
-	recruit and coordinate teens for teen docent and teen volunteer-to-work program

Education and Experience:

-	a college degree or equivalent in education, human resources or liberal arts
-	two years of successful experience in volunteer or comparable management, preferably 
      with a non-profit organization, is preferred
-	experience with training is preferred
-	Science education or science experience is preferred

The person in this position must possess an excellent telephone manner, good writing and speaking skills, the ability to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks, and the ability to work well with others
or independently.  This position requires travel and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Please email a cover letter, resume and salary history to:
	Marguerite E. Dawson
	Director of Human Resources
	Email address:  [log in to unmask]
	Telephone:  312.322.0591

EEO												July 19, 2007


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Marguerite E. Dawson
Director of Human Resources
The Adler Planetarium
1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL  60605

Phone 312.322.0591
FAX   312.322.9909
Email  [log in to unmask]
URL    http://www.adlerplanetarium.org

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