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Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
Wayside Waifs is a well-established non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of homeless pets and the people who love them in the community. Since its inception, Wayside Waifs has continually evolved to meet the needs of the community by offering a variety of compassionate programs focused on animal rescue, adoption, and community education. This organization prioritizes humane treatment, responsible pet ownership, and community involvement as core elements of its mission. Located in a vibrant area with diverse community members, Wayside Waifs actively collaborates with local organizations, volunteers, and civic leaders to foster strong partnerships and reach those... Show More
Job Requirements
- Spanish speaking required
- High school degree or higher
- 2+ years of outreach programming experience, community-based programming, or similar work-related job experience
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to apply common sense and problem-solving skills
- Ability to recruit, screen and train volunteer instructors
- Animal handling and/or vet assistant experience (or willingness to learn) preferred
- Computer skills including basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation
- Willingness to drive Wayside Waifs’ vehicles
- Ability to travel to area locations in year-round weather conditions
- Comfortability interacting with dogs and cats
- Ability to use computer, telephone, copy machines, media equipment
- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles
- Noise level is moderate to high
- Frequently working with and exposed to a variety of animals
Job Qualifications
- Spanish speaking
- High school degree or higher
- 2+ years of outreach programming or community-based programming experience
- Experience working with diverse communities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to apply common sense and problem-solving skills
- Ability to recruit, screen, and train volunteer instructors
- Preferred animal handling and/or vet assistant experience or willingness to learn
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Job Duties
- Implement the growing Community Outreach Program including TNR programs, community vaccine clinics, spay/neuter events, street volunteer teams, pet food pantry, and food/supply distribution events
- Assist with gathering and assessing data related to community needs, priorities, feasibility, and opportunities
- Collaborate with community organizations, animal welfare organizations, social service organizations, civic leaders, and other stakeholders
- Assist with scheduling and implementation of Community Outreach Events
- Serve as event lead or co-lead, including set up and tear down, volunteer training, and point of contact for clients at Community Outreach Events
- Endorse and support the use of volunteers in all areas of work being performed
- Promote Wayside’s mission, goals, and objectives
- Collaborate with other departments to implement regularly scheduled community outreach events
- Pick up and deliver donations and resources from and to community partners
- Track and report data to measure progress and success of outreach initiatives
- Represent Wayside Waifs at community events including information fairs and resource events
- Assist in recruitment, training, and management of Community Outreach Volunteers and communicate volunteer needs with the Community Outreach Manager
- Promote the program’s availability in the community
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with community partners to provide resources for pets and people
- Engage directly with community members seeking assistance or participation in programs, building trust and respect
- Connect community members with additional community resources as needed
- Identify and communicate meaningful stories of impact to the Donor Relations Department to support donor engagement and storytelling efforts
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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