Group Volunteer Coordinator

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Group Volunteer Coordinator

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to champion AHS's core values of Innovation, Compassion, and Excellence. If you are a talented individual, please continue to read more now!

Department : Volunteer Engagement

Location : South Mountain Campus / Papago Park Campus (Plus additional travel around the valley for local events)

Status : 1 FTE

FLSA : Nonexempt

Schedule : Tuesday-Saturday 7 AM - 3 PM, with flexibility as needed for events

Reports To : Manager of Volunteer Engagement

Supervises : N / A

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• Discounts on veterinary services
• Discounted bus and light rail passes
• Employee Wellness Plans and Activities
• Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

A Day in the Life :

The Group Volunteer Coordinator will oversee, schedule, and manage volunteer group events ensuring smooth coordination and execution of tasks for groups of 10-100 volunteers . The coordinator will lead and work alongside volunteers to execute activities including : walking large dogs, making treats, cleaning kennels, laundry, and dishwashing. The coordinator must be able to safely handle large dogs and walk them to and from kennels during events, spend consecutive hours standing, and be outside with exposure to heat and cold. The coordinator will make a direct impact on the lives of shelter animals while leading a diverse and enthusiastic group of volunteers.

Job Requirements :

Other :

Regular attendance and punctuality required. Click here to enter text.Access to reliable transportation. South Mountain campus is primary location, but employee will work from other locations such as Papago Park as well. Coordinator must have the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.

Coordinator must be able to pass a background check and possess an acceptable driving record to be registered as an AHS approved driver.

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work outdoors and be exposed to heat and cold temperatures and participate in physical tasks (walking dogs, cleaning kennels, etc.) There will be exposure to dust, heat, cold and temperature changes, wet floors, and animal noises, odors and dander. Many times shifts will be spent outdoors during events at various venues around the Valley.

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.

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