Job Description
STARTING SALARY $21.00 - $23.50 Wayside Waifs is Kansas City's largest and most comprehensive no kill pet adoption campus. Since 1944, we have been working diligently to partner pets and community for life. Wayside Waifs strives to enrich the lives of abandoned, abused and homeless animals until they find a new family home. We care for more than 5,000 animals every year. Wayside is a private, independent, nonprofit 501 (c)(3) charity with no government funding. We depend on the generosity of the community to continue our life-saving work. Our Mission is preparing pets and people for the bond of their lives. Wayside Waifs is currently seeking to fill the posiiton of Corporate Engagement Coordinator.
Position Summary
To support and expand corporate engagement efforts at Wayside Waifs. Lead staff person for corporate volunteer program. Implement the college internship program. Provide special event support for Fur Ball, Strutt With Your Mutt, and other events. Promote a positive work environment that supports constructive working relationships with other shelter departments. Track and report data for corporate volunteer engagement and Third Party Fundraising Programming.
Primary Accountabilities
Corporate Volunteer Program (70%)
- Coordinate onsite and offsite Corporate Volunteer Programming (averaging 800+ annually).
- Encourage, solicit and collect financial and in-kind donations from Corporate Volunteer Groups.
- Work with Donor Relations Team to steward, recognize, and thank corporate volunteers and donors.
- Train other staff and volunteers to be corporate volunteer program tour guides.
- Track rate of corporate volunteers that adopt, donate, and become regular Wayside volunteers.
- Manage and support shelter animal visit requests for the Donor Relations Department.
Special Event Coordination and Support (20%)- Working closely with Corporate & Special Event Manager, coordinate, train, and supervise volunteer needs for Fur Ball, Strutt With Your Mutt, and other large special events as needed.
- Support Auction and Raffle Program with item solicitation, data entry, and photography needs.
- Lead staff person to field and schedule Third Party Fundraising requests, events, and inquiries.
College Internship Program (10%)- Implement College Internship Program, including recruiting, interviewing, and placement.
- Promote college internship opportunities through Career Fairs, job/internship promotions/internship listings, online job boards, etc.
Primary Tasks & Duties- Create, implement, and lead/coordinate programs
- Work with corporate groups seeking tours and/or short term volunteer opportunities
- Communicate and coordinate with local universities to engage college students through internship opportunities
- Coordinate volunteer and auction and raffle efforts for Wayside’s special event fundraisers
- Track and report data of corporate volunteer engagement and Third Party Fundraising programming
Essential Functions/Key Competencies- Demonstrate initiative, common sense application, and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and task orientation
- Ability to work under pressure at times
- Excellent public presentation skills
- Exemplary customer service skills
Position Requirements- Work in office setting
- Travel to area locations in year-round weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license
- Use of computer and keyboard, telephone, copy machines, media equipment
- May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles
- Noise level is moderate to high
- Frequently working with and exposed to a variety of animals
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Education/Experience- High School degree or GED equivalent
- Excellent computer skills
- Two years of history working in an office/professional setting
- Good customer service skills
- Attention to detail and ability and report to track data
- CRM software experience, preferred
Just as Wayside Waifs has committed to providing compassionate care for the thousands of homeless animals who enter our shelter each year, we are equally committed to providing a healthy and humane working environment for our employees. Wayside Waifs is an EOE and is looking for diversity in candidates for employment. If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more about Wayside Waifs, please visit our website at https://waysidewaifs.org/contact-us/job-openings/. Along with your application, please submit your resume, letter of interest, and three professional references.
Wayside Waifs offers the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Life, Vision and Long Term Disability
- 401(k)
- PTO (Vacation and Sick Time)
- Six and a half paid Holidays
-Three Floating Flex Days
To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.waysidewaifs.org.
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $30,000 - 49,999
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Internship, Local area, Flexible hours,