Volunteers

Location

Title

Description

Special Requirements

Adoption Center

Assist with behavior testing of adoptable dogs in order to more accurately profile dogs for prospective adopters.

Must be 18 or older. Must be able to work with behavior specialist & help while testing.

Adoption Collection of Donations

Gather locations that pick up’s for donations/ licenses are needed. Pick up items needed and return them to the adoption center.

A vehicle is required for this position. Lifting may be required also.

Dog Socializer / Walker

Provide the dog/s companionship, exercise and training. Walk & socialize with the dogs. Help reduce the dog’s stress level at the center.

Must be 18 or older & have taken the volunteer orientation class & dog walking class.

Cat Socializer / Cuddler

Spend quality time with the cats & kittens playing, brushing and observing them. Relay information about the cats & kittens to the staff.

Must be accompanied by an adult if under 16 years of age.

Suite Cleaner

Clean the cat and dog suites (cages and kennels) early in the morning before the opening of the adoption center.

Be able to follow exact instructions for animal care & cleaning procedures.

Thrift Stores

Cashier / Greeter

Greet customers and assist them in the location of items. Help customers when they want to purchase an item.

Customer service skills are important for this position.

Thrift Store Receiving & Sorting

Take items from the receiving area of the store/s and sort through them while inspecting them for quality. Price them appropriately.

Staff will help direct pricing of items.

Thrift Store Pick up’s & Drop Off’s

Pick up donated items and deliver them to the thrift stores. Transfer items to and from storage/ dump/ or recycling.

Heavy lifting may be required.

Home / Offsite / Misc

Foster Care Parent

(Dog/ Puppies)

Provide a temporary home for animals that are too young to be adopted or need some special care until they are well enough to be adopted.

Requires a Foster Care Application, Interview, and Home Inspection.

Foster Care Parent

(Cats/ Kittens)

Provide a temporary home for animals that are too young to be adopted or need some special care until they are well enough to be adopted.

Requires a Foster Care Application, Interview, and Home Inspection.

Outreach Events Volunteer

Transport animals to Outreach events. At the event you will set up & maintain the booth along with taking care of your animal.

Must have taken the volunteer orientation class. Be 18 or older if handling a dog.

Outreach Education Teacher

Assist with presentations through speaking engagements at schools & other venues to provide information about KHS.

Communication skills are recommended & able to work with the Vol. Coordinator.

Poster / Flyer Distribution Specialist

Collect posters/ flyers when needed & distribute them through the community while keeping a list of the locations visited.

Communication skills are highly recommended. Your own transportation.

Mailing & Newsletter Folder / Stuffer

Volunteers are needed on specific days to fold newsletters, stamp items, glue envelopes, and etc.

Photographer

Take photos of animals at the Adoption Center. Take photos at events when needed.

Ability to work a camera and follow directions. Possibly your own camera equipment.