Updated June 01, 2022
A volunteer is an individual who provides expertise, labor, services, and work experience to an organization for no monetary compensation. They often work for non-profit organizations, religious houses, and schools. Organizations usually have a paid staff member who manages volunteers and their responsibilities.
Salary (Median Pay)
Volunteers are generally unpaid.
- Salary: $0.00/yr
- Hourly Rate: $0.00/hr
Duties and Responsibilities
- Complete any and all duties as assigned by the volunteer coordinator;
- Complete entry-level volunteer training course (if provided by the organization);
- Follow safety regulations at all times;
- Maintain organization confidentiality;
- Motivate others to get involved as well; and
- Work with other volunteers on projects.
Qualifications
- Communication skills;
- Confidentiality;
- Dependable;
- Good time-management skills;
- Good work ethic;
- Has reliable transportation;
- Organizational skills;
- Personable;
- Professional;
- Punctual;
- Teamwork; and
- Willingness to learn.