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# Volunteer Coordinator at The City of Fort Worth

- **Company:** The City of Fort Worth
- **Location:** Code Compliance
- **Posted:** 2026-11-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-08
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/cityoffortworth/jobs/8183102003?gh_jid=8183102003

## Job description

Pay Range: $24.67 - $30.83/hr. | $51,308- $64,135 annual compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Wednesday, November 11, 2026📅

Workdays & Hours: Scheduled days rotate. Shifts are typically scheduled 9a-6p; Weekend/Holiday work required. This is a full-time position working 40 hours a week with occasional mandatory overtime.

Benefits for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, Professional Development Opportunities. [Find Out More!](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:a06210ee-39cc-4629-bc13-64a483fea159)

The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large cities in the U.S. Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆

A Volunteer Coordinator position is available with The City of Fort Worth Code Compliance Department. The position will oversee and coordinate the volunteer service program for the Fort Worth Animal Care and Control division. Volunteers play a crucial role for Fort Worth Animal Care and Control. They provide valuable resources by assisting staff in numerous amounts of tasks including animal care, animal enrichment and adoption events. The selected individual must be an effective communicator who is able to demonstrate diplomacy, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills while working with a culturally and ethnically diverse staff, volunteer, and community base.

- This position requires the flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
- This position may require you to travel to various locations and drive city vehicles
- This position will require you to handle animals

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, Humanities, Psychology or Public Relations or related field
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in volunteer service programs or related fields
- Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in animal welfare, animal behavior/handling and shelter settings with the experience in identifying volunteer opportunities through a needs assessment
- Experience in organizing and conducting outreach at community events to recruit a diverse pool of volunteers
- Bilingual skills

The Volunteer Coordinator job responsibilities include:

- Interacting frequently with community groups, civic organizations, the public and other stakeholders with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
- Assesses organizational needs for volunteer services and plans for recruitment in assigned departments including program coordination at community facilities
- Develops and implements volunteer recruitment plan; maintains continuous recruitment for volunteers through various sources including career fairs, flyers, public meetings, and mass media
- Designs, plans, and implements program strategies
- Recruits, interviews, screens, and refers volunteers to appropriate sites within assigned department; develops and conduct in-service training programs for specific assignments and programs; prepares and maintains procedural and training manuals
- Prepares administrative and statistical reports on the nature, extent, and value of volunteer services. This includes maintaining daily, weekly, monthly and annual records
- Serves as a liaison between administration, staff, and volunteers; resolves personnel problems and issues
- Build relationships with volunteers to help improve retention and help continue building a positive atmosphere

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling and lifting; depending on assignment

Medium work – Positions in this class typically exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects

Apply Now! Come be part of something special in Fort Worth. 🌟 Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

## About The City of Fort Worth

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: The City of Fort Worth is the municipal government serving the 13th-largest city in the United States, providing public services, infrastructure, and administration for over 1 million residents.
- **Entity Type**: Government (Public Sector / Municipal Government)
- **Headquarters**: Fort Worth, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 1873 (city incorporated)
- **Founders**: N/A (municipal government established by Texas state charter)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Municipal government / Public administration
- Target customers: Residents, businesses, and visitors of Fort Worth, Texas (population ~1M+)
- Mission or purpose: To provide efficient, equitable, and innovative public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents and businesses in Fort Worth.

## Products & Services
- **Public Safety**: Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services
- **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Roads, bridges, traffic management, public transit coordination, and water/wastewater systems
- **Water & Environmental Services**: Water treatment, distribution, environmental compliance, and consumer health services
- **Parks & Recreation**: Parks, community centers, trails, and recreational programming
- **Development Services**: Permitting, inspections, code compliance, and planning
- **Human Resources**: Talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee wellness, and organizational development
- **Information Technology**: Municipal IT systems, cybersecurity, and digital services for residents
- **Municipal Court & Legal**: Law enforcement prosecution, code enforcement, and city legal representation
- **Aviation**: Management of Fort Worth Meacham International Airport and other municipal airfields
- **Public Events**: Management of major events including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (government entity)
- **Annual Budget**: Approximately $1.6–$1.8 billion (FY2026)
- **Key Metric**: Employs approximately 7,000+ full-time employees
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: N/A (publicly funded through taxes, fees, and grants)
- **Growth Signals**: Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing major cities in the U.S., with population growth driving expansion of city services, infrastructure projects, and workforce needs. The city is preparing to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, a major catalyst for infrastructure and economic development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Stability**: Government employment offers long-term job security, defined-benefit pension (TMRS), and predictable career progression
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, 457 deferred compensation plan, and generous paid time off (9 scheduled + 2 personal holidays per year)
- **Tuition Reimbursement**: Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement and partnerships with accredited institutions
- **Employee Wellness**: On-site health centers, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 6 free counseling visits, and wellness programs through Ramp Health
- **Career Pathways**: Structured career ladders across dozens of departments (Water, Police, Fire, IT, HR, Finance, Transportation, etc.)
- **Diverse Roles**: Wide variety of positions from administrative to engineering, law enforcement to IT, making it possible to change careers without changing employers

## Strategic Focus
- **Modernization**: Ongoing investment in IT systems, digital services, and data-driven decision-making
- **Infrastructure Growth**: Major capital projects to support rapid population growth, including water systems, transportation, and public safety facilities
- **World Cup 2026 Preparation**: Significant focus on hosting FIFA World Cup matches, driving investments in transportation, public safety, and event management
- **Workforce Development**: Emphasis on recruitment, retention, and employee development through the HR department’s strategic initiatives
- **Equity & Inclusion**: Programs aimed at equitable service delivery and workforce diversity

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Work**: Directly serve and impact a growing major U.S. city and its residents
- **Competitive Compensation**: Minimum entry pay of $18.00/hour for all regular employees; structured salary schedules with regular step increases
- **Comprehensive Benefits Package**: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 457 deferred comp, wellness programs, and on-site health centers
- **Work-Life Balance**: 11 paid holidays per year, generous leave policies (sick, vacation, FMLA), and flexible schedules in many roles
- **Career Growth**: Tuition reimbursement, educational partnerships with local universities, and structured career pathways across multiple departments
- **Diverse Opportunities**: Roles ranging from engineering and IT to law enforcement, finance, water systems, and public administration
- **Stability**: Public sector employment with pension benefits (TMRS) and low turnover compared to private sector
- **Location**: Fort Worth offers a lower cost of living compared to other major Texas cities, with a vibrant cultural scene, strong economy, and no state income tax
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Designated a "Best Place for Working Parents" (2026 award)

## Sources
1. [fortworthtexas.gov - Job Board](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/job-board)
2. [fortworthtexas.gov - Careers Page](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/careers)
3. [fortworthtexas.gov - Human Resources](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr)
4. [fortworthtexas.gov - Employee Benefits](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/hr/employees/benefits)
5. [fortworthtexas.gov - FY2026 Salary Schedule](https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/hr/documents/admin/fy2026_salary_schedule_final_10.03.2025_web.pdf)

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