Volunteer Outreach Coordinator

Company: City of Hesperia
Location: Hesperia
Posted on: May 25, 2025

Job Description:

If you're passionate about making a positive impact on animals and the community with integrity and dedication, we invite you to apply! Join our team at the Hesperia Animal Shelter and help us provide compassionate care while serving the public. Together, we can make a difference!

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.



Examples of Duties:

In this role, you will organize and manage the Animal Services volunteer program, including recruiting, providing hands-on training, and supervising volunteers in animal enrichment, safe handling, and shelter cleaning and sanitization practices. You'll plan and coordinate community events, foster placements, and rescue partnerships while representing the department at outreach activities. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, assisting with adoptions, supporting animal intake, and promoting animals through photography and networking. Strong volunteer coordination skills, a passion for animal welfare, and the ability to build positive relationships with the public, volunteers, and rescue groups are essential.



Typical Qualifications:

A combination of education and experience in animal welfare or related fields is required. Typically, this includes two years of college coursework or three years of relevant experience, preferably in a municipal setting.



Other Requirements:

Must be available to work an adjusted schedule, including weekends, holidays, and evenings, to support shelter operations.



Benefits:

Prior Public Service-CalPERS Formula 2.7% @ 55 (Employee contributes 8% (employee cost) and 1% (cost sharing) of annual salary)
CalPERS Pension Reform Formula 2% @ 62 (Employee contributes 7.75% (normal cost) of annual salary)
Health Benefits - up to $1,650 per month toward medical, dental and vision insurance
City Paid

- Employee Only Premium for Dental Insurance

- Employee Only Premium for Vision Insurance

- Life Insurance

Vacation (80 hours accrued during first year)
13 holidays
Sick leave (96 hours per year)
Employee Assistance Program available
457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program available
IRS 125 Plan Flexible Spending Accounts available
Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance participation required
Adjusted Workweek Schedule participation required
The City does not participate in the Social Security program, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare Contribution



Teamsters Local 1932 Additional Benefits:

Tuition Reimbursement Program (Up to $3,000 per fiscal year available for eligible employees).
Life Insurance - Teamsters Employees ($50,000)

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