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Birthday Party & Teen Club Coordinator for Animal Shelter

HUMANE SOCIETY OF BROWARD COUNTY

Birthday Party & Teen Club Coordinator for Animal Shelter

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you compassionate about animals? Do you want to work for an organization with a great cause? Join our wonderful team of dedicated employees!

    The Humane Society of Broward County, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and is identified nationally as a “Leader in Animal Welfare”. We provide shelter, aid and responsible adoptions to animals entrusted to our care, and educate the community about respect and kindness to all animals.

    We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Birthday Party & Teen Club Coordinator at our animal shelter. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of birthday parties, teen club activities and Yappy Hour events at the shelter. This role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for working with children and animals.

    This is a part-time position with varying hours, 15 - 20 hrs/week on average. Must have availability on weekends.

    Requirements:

    • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
    • Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Services or a closely related field is preferred.
    • At least 1 year experience of directly related experience in a non-profit environment preferred.
    • Prior experience working with children required, especially ages 4-17.
    • Educational experience in the non-formal, camp, or non-profit environment is highly preferred.
    • Must be computer literate with proficient use of Windows based software, MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher).
    • Knowledge in animal welfare, care and behavior is required.
    • Knowledge and understanding of animal breeds, characteristics and temperaments is preferred.
    • Knowledge of administrative, clerical and basic bookkeeping procedures.
    • Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record required.
    • Must pass employee background check including fingerprinting through the Livescan system.