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Sample Position Descriptions

AVA has gathered a number of sample position descriptions from AVA members in a variety of settings.  While every organization needs to develop its own role description to meet its unique needs, criteria and format, we hope these examples will provide helpful guidance on wording and elements to be included.

Also available are two articles related to the role of volunteer resources manager that provide additional information and justification for relevant qualifications and responsibilities.

  • If It Acts Like a Manager, It Must Be a Manager by Virginia M. Cronk
  • Personal Capacities for Volunteer Administrators: Drawing Upon the Past as We Move Into the Future by R. Dale Safrit, Ed.D. & Mary Merrill, L.S.W.
  • You are also encouraged to review the core competencies for the profession as identified by AVA.  These outline the areas of knowledge, skills and abilities which are critical for the performance of effective volunteer resources management in most any organization or setting.

    NOTE:  AVA is always eager to have additional examples.  If you feel your position description is especially well done and effective, and are willing to share it so that other colleagues may benefit, please send us a copy via e-mail.

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