BOP Program Statement 5300.22 § 7

The RAC and department heads, in conjunction with the Affirmative Employment Committee,

will develop a formal strategy and volunteer plan in accordance with a nationally standardized

format to recruit a volunteer workforce that meets the needs of the institution and inmate

population.

a. Recruitment Areas. Volunteers are normally recruited from the vicinity of the institution.

RACs/MCs and department heads will maintain contact with individuals from the community,

colleges and universities, public service, and religious organizations having an interest in

volunteerism, as well as the public at large.

The Community Relations Board (CRB) is also an excellent resource for institution programs

and initiatives. The RAC will advise the CRB of specific volunteer needs in the institution and

notify staff of volunteer opportunities within the community.

b. RAC/MC Work Hours for Volunteer Activities. Community outreach, volunteer

recruitment, and other related activities may occur outside normal working hours to promote

effective recruitment strategies, attend collaborative events, participate in community-based

networking events, and other related activities. The RAC and MC’s work hours may be adjusted

by request of the RAC/MC or supervisor in accordance with the Master Agreement. For

example, if an event is on Saturday, with the supervisor’s advanced approval, the RAC/MC may

split work hours between Saturday and an alternate day during that administrative work week.

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