Volunteer Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of apprenticeship at an Assistance Dogs International or International Guide Dog Federation accredited school or a combination of skills and experience that meets the needs of the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum of two years’ experience with an Assistance Dogs International membership organization.
• Minimum of two tears’ experience working with volunteers.
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with dogs aged 0-24 months.
• Prior experience in planning logistics and communications.
• Able to problem solve in high-stress situations.
• Able to work with people with a variety of disabilities.
• Able to perform several tasks concurrently, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to maintain confidential information.
• Able to organize and maintain detailed records; complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines.
• Able to use computers, word processing, spreadsheets, email and database applications.
• Strong knowledge of use in Sales Force and VolunteerConnect similar database systems and general computer literacy.
• Public speaking and presentation both for live and online audiences.
• Take direction and show initiative; cooperate with coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Supporting puppy classes by leading or assisting with classes throughout the region including out of state travel.
• Follow up with puppy raisers on behavior and health issues.
• Evaluate puppies in the field to better prepare for professional training.
• Transporting puppies to and from the airport and delivering to puppy raisers or the region.
• Prison program and college program support.
• Assist in the recruitment of new puppy raisers while in the field; educate communities about our mission and puppy raising program.
• Manage puppy raiser group within VolunteerConnect.
• Assist regions in timely follow up on puppy reports.
• Support the fostering and rehome process within the puppy program.
• Engage volunteers on the waiting list to maintain involvement and interest.
• Provide regional puppy program support during PTO, vacancies, and other coverage needs.
• Monitor data accuracy and assist with cleanup efforts.
• Train Puppy Class Leaders in addition to teaching puppy classes.
• Conduct twelve-month puppy assessments.
• Assist the Puppy Program Manager with Puppy Workshops.
• Coordinate flow of puppies in and out of the regions including partnering with the Volunteer Manager and Canine Travel team on Hub and Spoke and flow in/out of college and prison programs.
• Assist with demos/presentations at fundraisers, outreach events, media requests.
• Be accountable not only for direct responsibilities outlined in this job description but also to serve fellow staff and other constituents with whom position interacts.
• Ensure actions and communications follow core values.

Benefits

• Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan
• Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Inclusion and Diversity Committee