Job Description
JOB TITLE: Volunteer Coordinator
LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102
COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $59,092.80 - $63,648.00 annually
STATUS & HOURS: Full-time, regular (approximately 2,080 annual hours) position.
BENEFITS: Eligible to participate in State Employee Group Insurance Program and a retirement program with employer contribution. Generous vacation and sick time accruals with additional paid holidays.
DESIGNATION: Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 3173
POSTING DATE: June 23, 2025
DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled
TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at and include a resume and cover letter by the application deadline date.
DESCRIPTION: The Volunteer Coordinator oversees the MNHS volunteer program to support organizational goals and foster a strong culture of volunteerism. This role expands meaningful volunteer opportunities, promotes diversity and inclusion, and strengthens engagement across MNHS sites and communities. The MNHS volunteer program engages a large team of active volunteers and supports staff members and special events throughout the year.
SUMMARY OF WORK: 1) Volunteer Program and Operations: Manage the day-to-day operations of MNHS’s volunteer program through communication, coordination, and data analysis to recruit, support, and engage volunteers statewide; 2) Relationship Building and Recognition: Build relationships with volunteers, staff, and community partners through communication, recognition, and engagement strategies; and 3) Organizational Culture and Workplace Standards: Model professional behavior, uphold organizational standards, and contribute to cross-functional teamwork.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in volunteer program coordination, nonprofit program management, or community engagement, including experience with strategic planning, program development, and stakeholder collaboration.
Ability to lift 10 pounds.
Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
Valid driver’s license.
DEMONSTRATED SKILLS IN OR KNOWLEDGE OF:
Strong communication, training, and conflict resolution skills.
Experience working with diverse communities and promoting inclusive practices.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with CRM systems or donor management databases.
Ability to assess and implement operational improvements across multiple sites.
Knowledge of equity-focused engagement strategies.
Should you have questions with the application process, email humanresources@mnhs.org or call MNHS Job Line at 651-259-3181.
At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.
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