CAVR EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE OVERVIEW

The CAVR Employment Package is a series of resources designed by CAVR members to assist employers recruit qualified applicants for roles in Volunteer Resources Administration in their organizations, and Administrators of Volunteer Resources to prepare for career advancement.

Use these resources when seeking:

• Higher job classifications for your position
• Increased remuneration
• To present your skills during an interview process

The package contains six components to address a variety of needs related to the employment of Administrators of Volunteer Resources.

1. The Hire a Professional Brochure

This brochure outlines to employers the benefits of hiring a qualified Administrator of Volunteer Resources.

2. The Classification Criteria

The classification criteria are intended to assist employers establish salary ranges for the position and assist Administrators to advocate for better pay. They include eleven key factors to consider when establishing a salary range.

3. Position Profiles

The position profiles describe the typical description of job duties for Administrators of Volunteer
Resources working at three levels of responsibility.

4. Generic Position Description for Administrators of Volunteer Resources

The generic position description outlines the key elements in the Administration of Volunteer Resources. This tool was developed as an aid to Employers.

5. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities for the Administration of Volunteer Resources

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for each element in the position description have been identified. Administrators wanting to advance their personal professionalism can use this document as the basis for self-assessment. It could be used as a framework for staff training and for the selection of
interview questions.

6. Interview Questions and Guidelines

The interview questions and guidelines include questions intended to test applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities for each key element, as well as what to look for in applicants’ responses.

For questions or information about the CAVR Employment Package, please contact the CAVR Advocacy Chair, Cheri Garraway-Reuben .