Job Summary:

The Volunteer & Communications Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the mission of KVHS by recruiting, coordinating, and retaining volunteers while managing the organization’s communications and outreach efforts. Reporting to the Executive Director, and working collaboratively with the Director of Operations and Director of Development, this position is responsible for overseeing daily volunteer activities, conducting orientations, developing engagement strategies, and fostering strong internal and external communication. The Coordinator also manages social media and email marketing, represents KVHS at community events, and supports fundraising initiatives. This role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, a passion for animal welfare, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. This is an on-site position with flexible part-time or full-time scheduling options available.

Hours:

Full - Part time

Pay:

$20-$24 per hour

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Volunteer Program:

• Actively recruit volunteers through the use of website, print & social media, community engagement opportunities, etc.
• Coordinate daily/weekly schedule with the Training and Animal Care Manager for ongoing volunteer program needs
• Research and implement recruitment and retention strategies
• Maintain a shared schedule of volunteers for all areas of daily volunteer activities (dog walking, kennel cleaning, laundry and dishes)
• Schedule and conduct regular volunteer orientations
• Work closely with shelter staff to ensure all volunteer needs are met
• Keep all staff up to date on changes to the volunteer program, ongoing happenings, etc
• Keep volunteers updated regarding any changes to policies and procedures, maintain KVHS Volunteers Facebook Group, send weekly Pupdate to KVHS volunteers
• Track data on volunteer programs and hours, submit a monthly report to leadership team with program statistics, success stories, and updates
• Develop and implement volunteer appreciation and recognition activities, as appropriate

 Communication and Marketing:

• Manage weekly email newsletter to volunteer and KVHS subscription lists
• Manage KVHS social media
• Maintain volunteer mailing and contact lists

 Outreach:

• Assist at KVHS special events and fundraisers
• Serve on and support the needs of KVHS committees as assigned
• Serve as a representative of KVHS at community events and 3^rd party fundraisers

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities

1. Aligns personally with the mission of KVHS
2. Work well individually and with a team
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
4. Ability to maintain confidential financial, employee, volunteer and donor/sponsor information
5. Preferred skills include use of Microsoft programs, Canva, MailChimp, data entry experience, familiarity with Facebook, Meta, and Instagram

Education, Experience & Qualifications

1. Commitment to the mission and values of KVHS
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Be able to communicate with tact, diplomacy, discretion and integrity with all employees and other persons with whom he/she has contact at all times
4. Have the ability to maintain assigned work hours and have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time
5. Able to lift 50 pounds

  This position offers no opportunity for a remote work schedule. There is an opportunity for a part-time or full-time schedule.

Supervision:

Executive Director with direction from Director of Operations and Director of Development

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Apply through the form below or email director@pethavenlane.org

Job Summary:

The Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) OR experienced surgical tech is responsible for assisting the veterinarian(s) in surgery and for providing direct support the Director of Operations with daily shelter operations that include animal care, treatment, testing, and documentation.

Hours:

1 -2 days per week

Pay:

$16-20 per hour

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the veterinarian:

Assist the veterinarian with surgery and medical evaluations as needed. Duties in surgery include the following:

• • Anesthesia machine maintenance (the machine will be professionally serviced every year)
  • Patient preparation
  • Surgical recovery care
  • Surgical instrument care
  • Maintenance and inventory of surgical supplies
  • Post-Surgery care

A complete outline of Surgery protocols will be provided to the LVT.

Daily shelter operation support:

• Conduct a log of all shelter animals undergoing treatment or behavioral modification. The log is reviewed by the Director of Operations and then shared with all leadership staff
• Look for any routine illness or medical issues that require treatment
• Provide ongoing health checks on shelter animals as requested by the Director of Operations, assist in triaging animals that require veterinarian checks or can be treated internally
• As needed, perform Animal Care Technician duties that include cleaning, feeding, and daily rounds.

Other duties as assigned.

Supervision:

The LVT directly reports to the Director of Operations.

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Apply through the form below or email operations@pethavenlane.org

Job Summary:

Primary responsibilities include care of shelter animals in accordance with state animal welfare laws and the policies of the Kennebec Valley Humane Society (KVHS). It is expected to have sanitary and humane operation of the kennel facilities and to provide the highest level of animal care and customer service. All duties are also completed while doing animal showings and adoptions with perspective families. KVHS’ goals are reflected in the work completed and provided to potential adopters and visitors.

Hours:

Full Time or Part Time

Pay:

$14.80 per hour

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Technical:

• Responsible for ensuring the health of the animals by following shelter protocols in sanitizing kennels and reporting health problems to a supervisor.
• Provide direct care of animals including feeding, bathing, medical evaluations, and administering medications and vaccines.
• Responsible for collecting urine and fecal samples for lab use.
• Participate and conduct health evaluations of incoming animals. This could, but not limited to, the following:
  • Deworming
  • Flea Treating
  • Drawing Blood
  • Vaccinating
  • Removing parasites (ticks and fleas)

 

• Observe and report to the Director of Operations of any behaviors that would affect placement of animals.
• Handle showings with both cats and dogs assigned by supervisor.
• Conduct and complete adoptions of shelter pets with new families.
• Enter medical and other data into PetPoint software.
• Responsible for ensuring persona and visitor safety by following shelter procedures for treatment and reporting of any injuries, including animal bites and scratches.
• Ensure the animals for adoption have proper documentation and known medical and/or temperament issues are clearly articulated to potential adopters.
• Other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Administration:

• Responsible for maintaining accurate records of admissions, releases, and adoptions – including stray claim forms and 10-day licenses.
• Responsible for accurately noting all pertinent information into PetPoint regarding all aspects of animal care.
• Other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Facilities:

• Maintain building/grounds to ensure the health of animals and presentability to the public.
• Responsible for identifying facility issues and reporting them to a supervisor.Public Relations:
• Enhance and promote community awareness of KVHS’ goals and services through contact with visitors.
• Answer the phones, route calls to appropriate people, and greet the public as they enter the facility.
• Respond to routine public inquiries as appropriate, refer non-routine inquiries and problems to the Director of Operations or the Executive Director.
• Refer any calls/inquiries from the media (TV, Radio, Print) to the Executive Director.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with the public, area animal control officers, shelter veterinarians, staff, volunteers, and the Board of Directors.
• Other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Supervision:

The Animal Care Technician directly reports to the Director of Operations.

Education, Prior Work Experience, Specialized Skill & Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of the state animal welfare and rabies laws; knowledge of various breeds of animals. How to handle animals properly, and recognize common diseases
• Must treat animals humanely with compassion both on and off the job and transmit these values to others.
• Ability to communicate well and work cooperatively with the Director of Operations, the Executive Director, shelter staff, Board of Directors, volunteers, and the general public.
• Strong PC skills and working knowledge of various software such as word processing and excel.
• Excellent organizational and analytic skills
• Ability to accept supervision as appropriate.
• A valid State of Maine driver’s license.

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Apply through the form below or email operations@pethavenlane.org