Volunteer Programs Assistant (Internship)

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Spay and Neuter Kansas City - Families Better Together(tm) seeks a Volunteer Programs Assistant Intern to join our team. We welcome candidates from a variety of majors and backgrounds. All candidates must be motivated self-starters with previous related experience. If hired, candidates will work directly with the Volunteer Programs Manager on maintaining and increasing volunteer relations. Primary responsibilities will include supervision, development, and retention of volunteers, orientation, training, and special projects. Candidates also will have opportunities to gain further experience in volunteer program development, evaluation, and assessment. Spay and Neuter Kansas City is the only targeted spay/neuter program in the Greater Kansas City working to help all families in need regardless of financial means. Our unique approach is to provide exceptional customer service and high standards of care through our core values. We offer a fast-paced, professional, and rewarding work environment.

Tasks relevant to this position, including, but not limited to:

• Assist in creating new ideas for volunteer and intern programs development
• Maintain agency guidelines for volunteers
• Help maintain volunteer recruitment ads and online accounts
• Assist with orientation meetings, open house events for potential volunteers, and one-on-one orientations
• Assist with recognition and other volunteer event projects
• Assist the Volunteer Program Manager in fielding questions, running reports, conducting assessments, and in training and development for all volunteer and intern programs

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have prior leadership experience through collegiate, professional and/or community organizations
• Must demonstrate strong writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the mission of the agency
• Able to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines

About Spay and Neuter Kansas City

We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Our mission is to decrease pet homelessness, increase pet retention, and improve the quality of life for pets through supportive services for families in need. We educate and assist families to improve their pet’s quality of life, increase the animal-human-bond, and make long-term positive impacts on our community and in animal welfare. We pride ourselves in acknowledging our diverse community with a nonjudgmental and compassionate approach. Our programs target families who need assistance with education, wellness, and resources to help their pets live a long, healthy, and happy life.

All of our team members love animals, but we also love people too. While the services we provide are for pets, it’s the people who own and love them that drive our business and give us the continued motivation to make a difference in our community. Visit us at www.snkc.net

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit an intern application and send your resume and cover letter to our Volunteer Programs Manager. All required documents must be submitted to be considered for this position. Attention to detail and following the instructions given is mandatory in order to be considered for any position within the agency.

Please do not contact the office directly to apply. No walk-ins, calls, or mailings - only complete resumes submitted through through e-mail will be considered. Please send your resume and cover letter to volunteer@snkc.net

This is a non-paid internship.