Community Coordinator - Partnerships

Operation Kindness Humane Society; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403b plan

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Operation Kindness Humane Society in Dallas, TX is seeking a Community Coordinator - Partnerships to support both shelter-based and community programs that drive lifesaving outcomes. This role provides hands-on, field-based support to partner shelters while also assisting with community outreach, intake diversion, and animal movement.

The Community Coordinator - Partnerships supports adoption, foster programs, return-to-owner initiatives, community cat programming, transport, and marketing to

Qualifications

• 1 year of animal welfare experience required focused on team-based live animal outcomes.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license and meet insurance requirements.
• Shift times may vary and may include weekends, early mornings, and late evenings.
• Commitment to working with shelter partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on shelter operations support and participate in lifesaving programs.
• Lead community outreach, education, and resource distribution to connect pets with families.
• Coordinate animal transport for shelter partners and placement programs.
• Develop partnerships and assist with marketing content to promote adoptable pets.

Skills

Community outreach

Partnership development

Communication

Tools

Valid Texas driver's license

Job description

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Community Coordinator - Partnerships

Community Operations Full Time Dallas, TX, US

Operation Kindness Humane Society is seeking Community Coordinator-Partnerships to join our team! Operation Kindness is a pioneer in Texas for assisting animals in need of veterinary care, companionship and most of all, a home.

We offer a competitive salary with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b plan, generous PTO, paid holidays and more!

The schedule is Monday - Friday, with some weekends for events. Those are scheduled in advanced.

Details about the role:

Job Title: Community Coordinator - Partnerships
Department: Community Operations
Reporting Relationship: Senior Manager of Community Operations

Job Summary:
The Community Coordinator - Partnerships works under the direction of the Manager II of Community Operations and plays a key role in supporting both shelter-based and community-focused programs that drive lifesaving outcomes. This position provides hands-on, field-based support to partner shelters while also assisting with community outreach, intake diversion efforts, and animal movement.

The Community Coordinator - Partnerships supports the implementation of lifesaving strategies including adoption and foster programs, return-to-owner initiatives, community cat programming, and animal transport. This role also assists with marketing, basic behavioral observations, and emergency response efforts, working collaboratively with internal teams, shelter partners, and community stakeholders to improve outcomes for pets and the people who love them.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Shelter & Program Operations

• Provide hands-on support at partner shelters, assisting with daily operations, animal care, and implementation of lifesaving programs.
• Support initiatives including foster expansion, adoption support, return-to-owner efforts, intake diversion, and population management strategies.
• Conduct animal handling, basic medical support, and behavioral observations to improve placement outcomes.

2. Community Outreach & Engagement

• Conduct ongoing outreach within targeted communities to connect pets and their owners to resources and services.
• Educate community members on programs such as spay/neuter, vaccine services, and pet retention support.
• Build relationships with community members, organizations, and partners to increase access to services and strengthen engagement.
• Support community events, resource distribution, and follow-up with clients to ensure continued connection to services.

3. Animal Movement & Placement Support

• Assist with coordination and execution of animal transport for shelter partners, rescue placements, and community-based programs.
• Safely and humanely handle animals during transport and field operations.
• Develop marketing content including photos, videos, and bios to promote adoptable pets and increase placement opportunities.
• Support coordination with rescue partners, fosters, and community cat programs, including TNR and kitten placement.

4. Emergency Response & Partnership Support

• Assist with emergency response efforts including disaster response, large-scale intakes, and partner support during crisis situations.
• Support logistics, animal care coordination, and documentation during emergency operations.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with shelter partners, rescue organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Collaborate across departments and support special projects that advance community operations and organizational goals.

General Responsibilities:

• Reports suspicion of animal abuse or neglect to any Manager or above immediately.
• Reports any unsafe working conditions to any Manager or above immediately.
• Maintains client, donor, volunteer, and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Follows SOPs and other safety regulations at all times.
• Completes all necessary and requested training in a timely manner in accordance with shelter policy.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Participates in shelter events as requested by Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements:

• The individual performing this job may be required to work more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. Shift times may vary and may include weekend, early morning, and late evening hours.
• Must meet insurance requirements and must be qualified and licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Texas.
• Must have valid Texas driver's license.
• 1 year of animal welfare experience required focused on team-based live animal outcomes.
• Applicant must be interested in the animal welfare population and serving low-income and underserved communities.
• Physical Effort: Position requires lifting and carrying animals and shelter materials weighing up to 40 lbs; when animals or materials weigh over 40 lbs, another staff member will assist in the lifting and carrying. Position also requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time and speaking over the telephone.
• Working conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and animal diseases.

Background screens and drugs screens are part of the hiring process.

Operation Kindness Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics or status