Foster Program Lead: Pet Care & Volunteer Coordinator

Lynchburg Humane Society; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynchburg Humane Society seeks a Foster Program Coordinator to recruit, train, and supervise foster volunteers and place foster pets in suitable homes. You will maintain records, coordinate trainings, and promote fostering in the community to keep pets in loving homes.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent work ethic and assertiveness.
• Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
• Ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate with the public respectfully.
• Computer and data entry experience.
• Represent LHS values in a diverse community.
• Must work holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, retain, and supervise foster volunteers and place foster pets in suitable homes.
• Maintain foster volunteer records and schedules; prepare department reports.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and LHS policies.
• Organize and conduct foster training aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Provide support to foster volunteers for their foster pets.
• Coordinate with the medical team on foster pets needing care.
• Promote fostering through community outreach and social media.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Assertiveness

Public communication

Problem solving

Computer and data entry

Limited supervision

Availability to work holidays/weekends

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Lynchburg Humane Society seeks a Foster Program Coordinator to recruit, train, and supervise foster volunteers and place foster pets in suitable homes. You will maintain records, coordinate trainings, and promote fostering in the community to keep pets in loving homes.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment.