DuPage Association of Volunteer Administration (DAVA) News (blog)

Conference Scholarship Winner Announced!

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:22:37 GMT

We are pleased to say that the winner of our DAVA conference scholarship has been announced. Congrats to Becky Wyatt of the Naperville Area Humane Society and thank you to all who showed interest!

Volunteers from another Country

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:55:22 GMT

I have a question from another colleague in a different state, any suggestions?
Does anyone have information on accepting volunteers in the US from another country? Are they required to be able to work in the US to be elligible to volunteer? How are background checks performed?

Raising Charitable Kids-Video

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:17:26 GMT

Check out this video!

http://www.supermoms360.com/articles/san_diego/news/nbc_7_san_diego_raising_a_charitable_child

Betty Stallings's Daughter "Deborah, is the one speaking with long blonde hair. Her 6 year old son is on and our 8 year old is the girl who talks about volunteering with older people and she claps her hands as she describes it.

Enjoy. I love that my girls want to make an impact in the world of volunteerism..."

Certified Interpretive Guide Training through National Association of Interpretation

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:04:31 GMT

Please feel free to share with volunteers, employees at your organization and other colleagues who may be interested! Brookfield Zoo will be hosting a Certified Interpretive Guide Training later this month and we still have a few spots available! If interested, please contact Amy Donofrio at amy.donofrio@czs.org.

Certified Interpretive Guide Workshop

October 24-26 and 28

Volunteer Coordinator Position Open at Museum of Science and Industry!

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 12:36:14 GMT

Hello DAVA Members!

Please check out this great opportunity at Museum of Science and Industry and feel free to spread the word! MSI is now accepting applications for a full-time Volunteer Coordinator position!

Full details can be found here: http://www.msichicago.org/about-the-museum/jobs/opportunities/

DAVA Seeking Members for Program Committee

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:52:48 GMT

Looking for Leaders!

Looking to grow your leadership skills? Are you prepared to step up to the next professional level? DAVA is looking for leaders with a variety of interests and levels of experience to join the Program Committee.

As a Program Committee member, you will need to work as a team, be available to attend planning meetings which can occur between 1-3 month intervals (and mostly by email), be flexible, and be willing to take the responsibility for charting the future course of DAVA.

DAVA brings out the best in us as leaders; please consider sharing your expertise and ideas and join the Program Committee, the heart of DAVA.

For more information, contact any of the current members:

Mary Plunkett: MPlunkett@chicagobotanic.org

Chris Linnell: clinnell@dupageforest.com

Diane Ernst: dernst@dupagechildrensmuseum.org

Mary Hudspeath: mchud@att.net

Patti Miller: volunteer@wshs-dg.org

HR Asst. Position Open at Forest Preserve District of DuPage County!!

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:10:43 GMT

The Human Resources Assistant position is now posted for the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. Please see the attached job opening information for more details. We're looking for a people-friendly, detail-oriented and creative individual to join the Volunteer Services team. To get a better idea of the Volunteer Program at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County please view our video produced last year for our District Commissioners. http://www.dupageforest.com/multimedia/videos.aspx?id=4294968790&terms=gift+of+volunteering.

JOB OPENING

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT - #1203

(Volunteer Services Division)

Responsibilities: assist with the recruitment of volunteers; prepare and place job ads and postings; screen, interview, and track candidates through the recruitment process; conduct reference and background checks; process and prepare volunteer paperwork; answer questions and resolve problems related to volunteers, and District policies, procedures, and programs; respond to emails, faxes, and requests for confidential information; schedule meetings; design, format, edit and layout volunteer newsletter; research, design, and edit communication materials and publications; update website; assist with planning, coordinating, and participating in recognition events; group work days that include educational/recreational components, job fairs, and open houses; utilize word processing, database, spreadsheet, and publication software programs to create, maintain, and modify a variety of projects; prepare information and compile materials for meetings; compose, type, and distribute correspondence; perform data entry; prepare written reports; create and maintain filing system; operate a variety of office equipment; assist in research and data collection on special projects related to volunteer services programs of a complex and/or sensitive nature requiring confidentiality; evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements for office policies, procedures, and programs; order office supplies and maintain inventory; assist in the establishment of computerized management information reports; interpret complex or technical information; create and maintain recordkeeping reports and documents; prepare purchase requisitions and record expenses involved with monitoring budget; perform other duties as assigned.

Requires: coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field and four (4) years experience in an administrative or secretarial role, preferably in a Human Resources environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience; will be required to pass a typing skill test with a net speed of 50 w.p.m.; possession of a valid driver’s license.

Preferred candidate: will have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite products; experience in Volgistics (online volunteer management software); experience as a volunteer and in customer service; and possess organizational/detail-oriented skills. This position requires approximately 10% offsite (field time) for volunteer groups and special events.

DATE POSTED: August 31, 2011

WORKSITE LOCATION: Danada Headquarters, Wheaton

HOURS & SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday; includes some weekends and evenings

HIRING SALARY: $31,460 - $39,750

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 4:30 p.m. on September 16, 2011

VACANCY IN: Volunteer Services

HUMAN RESOURCES CONTACT: Diane Joorfetz

COMMENTS: -- (Special requirements, uniforms, etc.)

Typing skill test will be administered; post-offer drug test required.

APPLY AT: 3S580 Naperville Rd. or download: www.dupageforest.com

Wheaton, IL 60189 (please see directions on Web site)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Great Opportunities for Professional Development with Betty Stallings

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:27:40 GMT

Please check out our events list for two great opportunities to enhance your volunteer management and learn from a leader in the industry. Betty Stallings will be with us on October 3rd and October 4th to discuss her newest book and go over an intensive manager training. Do not pass up this great opportunity!!

Part Time Volunteer Coordinator Position

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 18:08:47 GMT

Hello everyone!

I wanted to send you this part time temporary position available at CAF for our openhousechicago weekend. We are looking for a dedicated person who would coordinate our volunteers for the weekend of October 15-16.

Please pass on to anyone who you might think would be interested in part time work.

OHC 2011 PD Volunteer Coordinator 7-28-11.pdf

www.architecture.org

Twitter: @chiarchitecture and @CAFPrgms

Facebook: chicagoarchitecture

Volunteer Coordinator Position at MSI

Sat, 02 Jul 2011 20:14:41 GMT

The Museum of Science and Industry is recruiting to fill a volunteer coordinator position. Please see the link to our Museum web site page for full description. Please pass along this information to any good candidates you may believe may be interested.

Thank you

http://www.msichicago.org/about-the-museum/jobs/opportunities/full-time/volunteer-coordinator/

Renewing your DAVA Membership

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:18:25 GMT

Renewing your DAVA membership is easy! Just login to this site using your username and password, then in the upper right corner, click on "view profile". From there, you will just need to click the button that says "renew until 2012". When you verify your information, you will be sent an invoice to your email with payment instructions. If you are part of a bundle membership, then only one payment needs to be sent. As soon as we receive payment, we will note that in the website and you will stop receiving pesky automated reminders!

June Meeting Evaluation

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:57:51 GMT

Please let us know how the June DAVA session went by following the link below!

http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22CMZPVBLW8

Special Needs Coordinator Needed-Naperville

Tue, 31 May 2011 13:45:42 GMT

Special Needs Coordinator Position
Good Shepherd Church in Naperville is seeking a part-time Special Needs Coordinator to welcome children and adults with special needs and their families into the church community. This is a brand new position so the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help shape the role. Those interested should send resumes to Bethany Hammer at bhammer@goodshepherd-naperville.org by June 9th. Interviews will commence mid-June.

ICOVA 2011

Tue, 10 May 2011 15:21:29 GMT

Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration (ICOVA) – Save the Date – August 12, 2011:

The Illinois Conference on Volunteer Administration is a high-quality program designed for those who lead, supervise, or in any way manage volunteers. ICOVA offers enrichment through education and support to the lives of many Volunteer Administrators in the Midwest and beyond. Not only offering exceptional workshops and recognized keynote speakers, ICOVA also provides that much needed networking experience with peers and relaxing time among friends.

This year, ICOVA will be held on August 12 at the:

Metcalfe Federal Building

77 W. Jackson Blvd

Chicago, IL 60604

More information will be coming soon. The most up to date event and registration information will be available at http://www.icova.info/.

February Meeting-Feedback!

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:56:40 GMT

If you attended our February meeting, we would appreciate your feedback! Please follow the following link to take a short survey about your experience.

http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22BZU6BZG4Y/

NEW!! DAVA Website

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:36:08 GMT

We are working hard on developing our new website! Check back often to see how it has changed and discover resources that will be helpful for your professional development and networking. Feel free to offer your suggestions as well by contacting dava1974@gmail.com.