SALARY:$23.97-$27.04 per hour** based on work experience

HOURS:Part-Time, 7.5 hours per week, Occasional Evening or Weekend Hours as Required

EMPLOYER: John Howard Society of Ottawa

CLOSING DATE: Friday, October 30th, 2026

About the environment: Employees at JHS Ottawa say the organizational culture is supportive, creative, and focused on creating a caring environment for both clients, and staff. At JHS Ottawa, you will find an employer that celebrates the uniqueness of each of its staff members and is committed to promoting an engaging working culture where all employees are encouraged to live their strengths and realize their potential. JHS Ottawa will provide permanent new employees access to a benefit plan, four weeks vacation annually, a Defined Contribution Pension Plan after eligibility waiting period, and opportunities for continual learning and development.

About who we support: Our employees are supporting a diverse client group including youth and adults, all genders, from a wide cross section of social, ethnic, linguistic and cultural backgrounds who are representative of our broader community. We are accountable to the people we serve by providing the highest quality of service with integrity through the delivery of responsive, creative and evidence-informed approaches.

About diversity at JHS Ottawa: The John Howard Society of Ottawa is committed to reflecting and responding to the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is seeking that diversity in applicants for this position. We welcome candidates from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and all candidates who contribute to furthering the diversity of ideas.



We also recognize that people from diverse groups have different needs and require different solutions to gain equal opportunity for success in the hiring process. If you require any accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

About the role: Volunteers extend what JHS Ottawa can offer the people we serve. They mentor, tutor, drive, cook, sort donations, help at events and give their time in countless other ways. The Volunteer Coordinator makes sure that time is well placed, well supported and properly recognized.

Working 7.5 hours per week and reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Volunteer Coordinator manages the full volunteer cycle: recruitment, screening, onboarding, placement, ongoing support and recognition. This is a small role with real impact. It suits someone organized, warm and comfortable working independently, who can keep a volunteer program running smoothly across several sites and program areas.

We're looking for someone who believes volunteers deserve the same care and respect as any member of our team. The Volunteer Coordinator will bring Compassion & Care to every interaction, show Accountability & Integrity in how screening and records are handled, and practise Engagement & Leadership by making volunteers feel welcome, prepared and valued. Celebrating Uniqueness matters here too: our volunteers come from every background,



and so do the people they support. This is a role for someone who knows that a well-run volunteer program comes down to valuable organization and genuine thanks.

Some evening or weekend hours may be needed for orientations and recognition events

As the successful candidate, you have:

- Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management, Human Resources, Social Services, Non-Profit Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least 2 years of experience coordinating volunteers, programs or events, preferably in a non-profit or community setting
- Experience with screening practices, including reference checks and police vulnerable sector checks
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently on a part-time schedule
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
- Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
- Certificate in Volunteer Management or a related professional designation preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with scheduling or volunteer management software
- Experience in the justice, housing or social services sector preferred
- Understanding of trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice
- Bilingualism (English/French) an asset

You'll also be prepared to

- Work with program leads to identify volunteer needs and write clear volunteer role descriptions
- Promote volunteer opportunities through community partners, post-secondary institutions, volunteer networks and JHS Ottawa's channels
- Review applications, conduct interviews and check references
- Coordinate police vulnerable secto

📌 Volunteer Coordinator (Ahuntsic)
🏢 John Howard Society of Ottawa
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