Shelter Coordinator

Humane Society Dawson is a registered charity dedicated to providing shelter and care for abandoned and
surrendered animals, raising awareness in our community for responsible pet ownership, and working to prevent
cruelty to animals.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Shelter Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of Humane Society Dawson (HSD) Animal Shelter.

This role includes overseeing animal care, supervising staff, managing volunteers, and coordinating various shelter

activities. The Shelter Coordinator ensures a positive, clean, safe, and healthy environment for employees, volunteers,

visitors, and animals. Additionally, this position plays a vital role in promoting HSD’s mandate through community

outreach efforts.

JOB DETAILS:

• Initially for a 6-month term with a possibility of permanent (includes a 3-month probationary period)

• Hours: 6 hours/day, 5 days/week

• Wage: Starting at $28/hour, with possibility of a raise to $30/hr after the probation period

• Start Date Negotiable

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for ensuring proper care and maintenance of animals while they are in the shelter, including feeding, exercising, organizing vet appointments and transport, administering medicine and cleaning kennels

• Hire, train and supervise shelter staff and volunteers including setting work schedules/keeping time records, managing Facebook volunteer page and calendar, and assigning tasks and duties

• Coordinate and implement fundraising events

• Promote humane education and animal care to the community

• Maintain records of animal intakes and statistics

• Follow Humane Society Dawson policies

• Attend monthly Board meetings

• Ensure the general upkeep of shelter and yard

• Administrative tasks include welcoming visitors; answering the phone; answering emails for different queries; managing website; writing animal bios for their adoption; following up on adopted animals; reading animals applications and calling references of applicants to make an informed decision; managing social media (posting our animals, interacting with the community, answering messages, posting educational content).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to Work Independently: Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation

• Public Interaction Skills: Comfortable engaging and assisting the public, serving as an advocate for responsible animal ownership.

• Public Relations and Management Knowledge: Understanding of public relations strategies and staff management practices.

• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping systems.

• Digital Skills: Experience with website maintenance and managing social media platforms, particularly Facebook.

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interactions.

• Reliability: Dependable and accountable in fulfilling responsibilities.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team and with a volunteer Board of Directors.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities to build and maintain positive relationships.

• Transportation: Reliable personal transportation is required, as the workplace is a 5-minute drive from town.

• Cash Handling Experience: Previous experience in handling cash transactions is preferred.

• Flexible Availability: Willingness to work somewhat flexible hours to meet job demands.

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 70 lbs as needed.

• First Aid Certification: Recommended but not required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Flexibility in your work

• A supportive work environment with a passionate team.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of animals and the community.

Interested candidates can submit a resume and/or cover letter to: [email protected] or call us for more

information View phone number on yuwin.ca.