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Help_WantedUpdated March 2012 

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton currently has openings for the following positions. Please feel free to share this information with anyone whom you think
may be interested.

Marketing and Promotions Coordinator

We have created a new position for the right person to handle marketing and promotions for our nonprofit organization.  You will drive increased awareness of our cause, coordinate all aspects of our brand management and run our
marketing promotions. 

Here's what you'll do:

  • Newsletter, press releases and public-service announcements
  • Website, social media, commercials and TV talking points
  • Print media, such as brochures and other marketing communications
  • Program promotions and ads, such as for our donation jars
  • Act as our "story collector" to document projects, successes and events relating to our cause

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a high-school diploma and a college degree in marketing or a related field. Two or more years of marketing experience is required. Nonprofit experience is a plus. Should be proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint. Travel throughout the greater Dayton area and attending events on some evenings and weekends are required.

If you are interested in this position, please send letter of interest and resume to bweltge@hsdayton.org or drop them off at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. No phone calls please.

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is an equal-opportunity employer.

Special Events/Membership Coordinator

Let’s face it: The Humane Society of Greater Dayton (HSGD) has fun events.  From Furry Skurry, Pet Afflaire and Cat Walk to adoption and educational events, we help bring people and animals closer.  Would you like to be the special person who coordinates them all?

Here’s what you’ll do:

  • Increase existing membership and retain current members
  • Plan, budget and coordinate all special events (walk-a-thons, gala events, luncheons, etc.)
  • Work within prescribed budget and adhere to established timelines
  • Generate expense and income data for each event
  • Participate in event committees; work with volunteers and HSGD staff to make the events great
  • Negotiate with vendors, help generate donations and coordinate event logistics
  • Provide reporting on the success of each event

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have a high-school diploma and two or more years of successful event-planning experience. Nonprofit and membership experience are a plus.  Should be proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and donor-tracking software. Travel throughout the greater Dayton area and attending events and event-planning meetings on some evenings and weekends are required.

If you are interested in this position, please send letter of interest and resume to bweltge@hsdayton.org or drop them off at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. No phone calls please.

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is an equal-opportunity employer.

Animal Care Technician 

We are currently looking to hire two part time animal care positions each approximately 10- 15 hours regularly scheduled hours a week.  

Here's what you'll do:

  • Takes care of all animals in the building: cleaning, feeding, grooming, training, socializing, exercising etc.
  • Administers certain medications & vaccinations (with veterinary approval only) and checks for illness.
  • Keeps animal files up-to-date.
  • Makes sure all animals are vaccinated and ready for adoption in a timely manner (i.e. vaccinated, wormed, blood tests).
  • Evaluates the animal’s health and temperament and updates the Animal Care Administrator on a daily basis.
  • Assists with veterinary checks.
  • Maintains cleanliness and organization in animal rooms, back hallway, food preparation room, outside kennel runs and other assigned areas of the building.
  • Performs euthanasia when certified or assists in euthanasia by holding an animal.
  • Launders and washes bowls, litter pans, towels, animal beds, carriers, etc.
  • Socializes with the animals and gives the animals love and affection.
  • Trains, encourages, motivates and provides positive guidance to volunteers for the Humane Society of Greater Dayton.
  • Represents the Humane Society as a professional.

Qualifications

 

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have basic knowledge of animals, proper care of animals, husbanry, and disease of dogs and cats.   An ideal canidate will have the ability to use animal equipment, such as snares, poles, nets, medications, traps, needles and syringes.  

If you are interested in this position, please send letter of interest and resume to mphillips@hsdayton.org or drop them by the store. No phone calls please.

The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is an equal-opportunity employer.