JOB SUMMARY

Develop and maintain the current volunteer program. Develop, implement, and maintain enrichment programs for shelter animals including playgroups for dogs. Develop or maintain community outreach programs, as well as be a liaison for community outreach. Keep necessary records on volunteers and all programs, including any and all training, updated volunteer handbooks, and volunteer job descriptions, training materials, required forms, and coordinate all volunteer/enrichment/community scheduling and events.

Example of Duties

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description. 

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:       

• Prepare departmental and other reports as required.
• Serve as liaison with community organizations, businesses, and schools.
• Write and distribute volunteer/shelter newsletter.
• Recruit, train, and supervise shelter volunteer force, including CAVIT students.
• Develop and maintain volunteer training and program materials as well as volunteer schedules.
• Train volunteers and staff on enrichment/playgroups for dogs, as well as maintain the programs as on going.
• Maintain volunteer personnel records.
• Operate as community liaison and community activities and provision of educational programs.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
• Must have the ability to travel for training conferences if needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.
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Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience working with animals.
• Valid Driver's License with Arizona Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of basic laws, statutes, and ordinances governing animal control issues.
• Knowledge of regional animal care resources available to citizens.
• Skilled in exercising patience, care, and compassion in dealing with animals.
• Skilled in animal handling.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.