Animal Services Volunteer Coordinator

Washington County Animal Servicesis hiring aVolunteer Coordinator to recruit, train, support, manage, and grow a team of volunteers while providing important services to the shelter!
Please join us in our mission to provide a safe haven for animals in transition, protect animals from harm, and provide tools to the residents of our County to live safely, responsibly and respectfully with animals. If you have considered creating a career in the public sector within a municipal animal shelter, we believe your talents and passion for animal welfare will bring value to the services we provide in Washington County, Oregon, as well as the collaborative efforts we make with community partners throughout the Portland metropolitan area to ensure that everything we can do to prevent animals from needing our shelter is just as important as providing excellent care and help to the animals that are in our care.
About the Opportunity:
We have an active volunteer program with many dedicated citizens volunteering at least 8 hours a month each to our shelter. In this position, you will help ensure our volunteers are well managed and properly trained; community members and prospective volunteers are communicated with in a prompt and appropriate manner; and the volunteer program and opportunities meet the changing needs of the shelter. You will also have the opportunity to work with other Animal Services staff and the County Emergency Management Team to plan, manage, and respond to animal and pet owners' needs in the event of an emergency that adversely affect the community and Animal Services operations. Additionally, you will perform a variety of administrative, organizational, and record-keeping tasks within Animal Services. After initial training period, this position will receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and will be fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
This position may require occasional weekend and/or evening hours depending on the needs. It is eligible for a hybrid work scheduling including 1-2 days/week working remotely after the initial onboarding and training period.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have a background in volunteer recruitment, management, and scheduling, preferably in animal shelter/animal care operations. They will have the skills and ability to work with a diverse community and bring a strong commitment to providing opportunity for people from all walks of life to experience the joy of making a difference in our community animal shelter through volunteer work. They will also have the ability to learn and become proficient in common volunteer management software, various social media platforms, and website management practices. In addition, experience working with disaster response planning and response activities and knowledge of standard emergency management practices would be ideal. Having a certification as a volunteer management professional through a national organization is a plus.
About the Shelter:
Washington County Animal Services, located at the Bonnie L. Hays Small Animal Shelter, cares for lost animals, finds homes for abandoned pets, licenses dogs, enforces animal cruelty laws, and protects our citizens from dangerous animals. Last year, we provided care for approximately 1,800 animals in our shelter, responded to almost 4,000 animal issues in the community, licensed more than 48,000 dogs, answered over 50,000 phone calls from the public, and did community outreach at schools, fairs, and events. We work closely with other shelters in the area through the Animal Shelter Alliance of Portland, which includes a metropolitan area-wide program that aims to assist low-income families and their cats by offering affordable spay and neuter surgeries to those who qualify. We also work closely with our County, Regional, State, and National partners to address animal and pet owners' needs in emergency events.
To learn more, please use this link:Bonnie L Hays Animal Shelter
To answer any questions regarding the program and position, we will be hosting a Q&A Information Session on the following dates listed below. These sessions will be virtually held. If you are interested in attending, please email your interest to Randy Covey at Randall_Covey@washingtoncountyor.gov:

• 3/8/2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Reserve by 3/7/2024)
• 3/12/2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Reserve by 3/11/2024)

Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County's services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.

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Volunteer Coordinator is a working title. This position is classified as a Program Communication and Education Specialist. Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review these classifications, please use these links: Program Communication and Education Specialist.Education and Experience:
Must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for the position.

• Possession of or completion of college-level training equivalent to an Associate's Degree in communication, journalism, public relations, education, education in program related area, or related fields; AND
• One (1) year of work experience in the development, coordination, and delivery of a public information and communication or community outreach program.

Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, and Specialty Requirements:

• Possession of a Driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record is required upon appointment. To review the Driver's License and Record Policy for Washington County, please use this link: Driver's License & Records Policy.
• Passing a background check post offer is required.

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses if applicable. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our commitment to you:

Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Selection Process:

1. Apply today! In lieu of a resume, we ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law.
2. MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Your responses to the supplemental questions may be evaluated for additional preferred qualifications screening depending on the number of applications received.
3. Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top 6 - 8 candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
4. Conditional Offer: A final candidate is required to successfully clear a third-party background check and driving record check as a pre-employment condition.

Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.
Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@washingtoncountyor.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Yeji Seo, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Yeji_Seo@washingtoncountyor.gov
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Employment Type: Full Time Regular