+ Inventory and Supply Coordinator - Monday Shift (On-Site, Streetsville, Mississauga) (Volunteer)

The Inventory and Supply Coordinators will work closely with the Intake and Foster teams to organize and manage foster supplies and gift-in-kind (GIK) donations. This is a committed role and the ideal candidates will live within 15-30 minutes of our storage unit in Streetsville, Mississauga.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Weekly onsite visits to the storage center located in Streetsville, Mississauga.
• Ensuring storage unit is kept tidy and organized.
• Monitoring inventory levels and being able to identify when supplies are low.
• Put away donations brought to storage and supplies returned by fosters.
• Maintain web based supply tracking spreadsheet.
• Engage with Foster Coordinators to obtain clarity on requests, confirm when supplies are ready, follow up on supplies not yet picked up/returned

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be reliable and committed!
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at least once weekly on your assigned day.
• Physically able to carry donations/supplies up and down the stairs to the storage unit.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to “get ‘er done” with minimal hand holding.
• Computer literate; Google sheets, Google docs, Gmail, data entry etc.
• Oh and must love dogs!

TIME COMMITMENT

• 2-3 hours per week depending on our intake calendar. We are currently looking to fill shifts on Mondays.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Alumni Dog Sitting Coordinator (Volunteer)

We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to help manage our alumni dog sitting program. You will be responsible for placing dogs with our fosters and dogsitters to raise funds that go towards our rescue.

You will match the dog to the foster based on the dog’s needs and the foster homes available, working with the Foster Coordinator as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage and keep track of incoming alumni dogsitting requests.
• Draft detailed, compelling posts highlighting dogs on the Facebook Foster group to find potential dogsitters.
• Work closely with Foster Management team to help with matching dogs to potential dogsitters and/or fosters.
• Connect dogsitters with alumni families and facilitate a smooth transition.
• Help ensure dogsitter families are well versed in and comply with our foster program policies (e.g., lost dog prevention).
• Collect dogsitting waiver and fees.
• Provide support to Assistant Foster Manager in matching and placing foster dogs coming into Fetch + Releash’s care (due to owner surrender, foster rehome, intake).

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Dog experience a must! Basic knowledge of dog behavior/training preferred. Must be positive reinforcement based.
• Excellent organizational skills, deadlines-oriented and a keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and work in a fast paced environment.
• The ability to remain positive and calm even in stressful situations.
• A dynamic personality and a passion for rescue!
• A team player attitude.
• Ability to handle potentially difficult or awkward conversations and ask appropriate questions to gather information.
• Must be computer literate (e.g., Google Sheets, Google Docs, Gmail, data entry, etc.)

TIME COMMITMENT

• 2-3 hours per week (with more time in peak holiday season, e.g., Winter and Summer holidays)

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Volunteer Coordinator (Volunteer)

The Volunteer Coordinators will work closely with the Volunteer Recruitment Manager to support full cycle recruitment of core volunteers. As the face of our brand, these ambassadors will have an energetic, outgoing, fun, people-oriented personality and a passion for dog rescue!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Respond by email to casual volunteer applications within 2 business days.
• Support Recruitment Manager in conducting preliminary phone interviews for applicants.
• Document interview notes and present qualified candidates to the Recruitment Manager. This will require the coordinator to have a solid understanding of our organizational structure and the job ad itself.
• Upload volunteer applications and any relevant screening documents into our database in a timely manner.
• Assist with onboarding chosen candidates (e.g., setting up email and database access).
• Research and contribute to the internal record of locations to post volunteer recruitment ads.
• Support our culture of recognition by helping to manage our Volunteer of the Week posts, thank yous and shout outs for a job well done on our internal Facebook pages.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Human resources background or previous experience in a similar role is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal)
• Works well as part of a team and also has strong independent work skills.
• Must be computer savvy (experienced with Google Sheets/Docs, Gmail, Microsoft Office etc.)
• Demonstrates sound judgement and professionalism at all times; speaks well on behalf of the organization and represents Fetch + Releash in a positive light.
• Understanding of volunteer engagement and passion for volunteer initiatives.
• Previous experience as a volunteer in a remote environment is an asset.

TIME COMMITMENT

• 3-5 hours per week, with flexibility to check in regularly..

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Assistant Foster Manager, Foster Onboarding (Volunteer)

As the Assistant Foster Manager of Onboarding, you will provide leadership to the Foster Screening team, as well as communicate with fosters as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the entire foster application and foster onboarding process
• Ensure foster screenings are being processed in a timely manner by the team
• Provide guidance to foster screeners and inbox administrators with challenging applications
• Review all screening documentation provided by the foster screeners and be able to discern if further information is required
• Communicate with foster applicants when needed, in order to obtain clarity/additional information regarding their screening
• Work with the broader foster team (e.g., Foster Manager, other Assistant Foster Managers, Foster Coordinators)

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Dog experience a must
• Ability to motivate, coach, and develop your team
• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment
• Must be comfortable communicating with foster applicants via email or phone/text
• Ability to have difficult conversations with foster applicants as needed
• Proficiency with technology and tools (e.g. Google Suite) or willingness to learn

TIME COMMITMENT

• 2-4 hours per week.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Digital Adoption Coordinator (Volunteer)

The Digital Adoption Coordinators will work closely with the Digital Team Lead to help post adoptable dogs via our online platforms (Adoptapet.com and Petfinder.com) and website. This is a committed role and hours are dependent on intake schedule and current number of adoptables. On average, anticipated hours are anywhere from 3 - 5 hrs per week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Log on at least once per day to help post NEW adoptables (pictures and bios) to AdoptAPet.com, PetFinder.com, and the website.
• Repost current adoptables to AdoptaPet.com and PetFinder.com every week in order to bump them to the top of search results.
• Liaise with adoption manager, adoption coordinators and photography manager to secure new photos and bio updates for stale profiles.
• Keep Google Sheets tracker up-to-date

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must have personal computer
• Must be computer savvy with experience with cloud-based programs (e.g., Google Sheets, Google Drive, Gmail etc.)
• Photo editing experience is an asset
• Highly organized
• Passionate about finding furever homes for our adoptables

TIME COMMITMENT

• 3-5 hours per week with ability to check team messages (FB messenger) at least once daily.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Assistant Foster Manager, Community Engagement (Volunteer)

As an Assistant Foster Manager of Community Engagement, you will provide leadership to our Dog Sitting and Foster Coordinator team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Monitor the Dogsitting Instagram page
• Support and connect with the dog sitting coordinators
• Repost dog sitting requests for foster dogs on the WhatsApp Chat as well as tagging potential dog sitters on FB
• Support with transport requests in the WhatsApp Community
• Promote events and dogs in care on community Facebook pages based on the dogs that are promoted on our Instagram
• Monitor for picture refresh and request when needed
• Assist with re-homes

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Dog experience a must!
• Must closely adhere to our policies and procedures
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop
• Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional through challenging situations
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement
• Ability to think of the bigger picture, the larger team/community
• A self-starter
• Positive team-player

TIME COMMITMENT

• Varies depending on the number of dogs in care. Minimum 3 to 5 hours a week.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Assistant Volunteer Manager (Volunteer)

The Assistant Volunteer Manager will work closely with the Volunteer Manager to recruit, train, and manage volunteers for various programs and events. This role involves administrative support, volunteer coordination, communication, and event planning. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and a passion for working with volunteers.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to recruit new volunteers.
• Participate in interviews, background checks, and orientation sessions for volunteers.
• Help maintain volunteer records and ensure accurate data entry.
• Work with other departments to ensure volunteers are effectively integrated into operations.
• Maintain volunteer databases, update records, and prepare reports as needed.
• Assist in tracking volunteers, participation, and feedback.
• Help with communication efforts, including newsletters, emails, and other forms of outreach to volunteers.
• Support efforts to recognize and reward volunteers for their contributions.
• Help plan and execute volunteer appreciation initiatives.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Previous experience in volunteer management or nonprofit work preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google based systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility
• Attention to detail and strong time-management skills.
• Positive attitude and a passion for community service.
• The Assistant Volunteer Manager should be prepared to work in fast-paced environments, handle multiple tasks, and engage with diverse groups of people.

TIME COMMITMENT

• Varies depending on the number of dogs requiring support. Minimum 2-5 hours per week.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Behavioural Support Coordinator (Volunteer)

The Behavioural Support Coordinator (BSC) will function as a liaison for fosters and adopters with concerns regarding negative behaviours in their fostered/adopted dogs, in an effort to help correct them before they escalate into more severe situations (e.g. bites). Ideally, when a party expresses concern regarding negative behaviours beginning, they will initially be given resources and guidance by their Foster Coordinator (FC) or the Post-Adoptions Manager to help support through the issue - with subsequent involvement of the BSC as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Updating and maintaining the resources in Google and BARRK that are distributed to fosters and adopters
• Conference calls with FCs and fosters to discuss and develop strategies to correct behaviours not improving with the above
• Conference call with the Post-Adoptions Manager and adopters to discuss and develop strategies to correct behaviours not improving with the above
• Follow up with fosters to reassess the effectiveness of any intervention if you were directly involved and keep FCs apprised of the foster's status
• Follow up with adopters to reassess effectiveness of interventions while keeping the Post-Adoptions Manager apprised of progress

REQUIRED SKILLS

• An interest in canine behaviour rehabilitation and training
• Highly motivated to assist in these situations
• Ability to multitask and work within a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with technology and tools (e.g., Google Drive)
• Can set goals and priorities, create/implement action plans, document, evaluate, and learn
• Ability to follow through and provide end-to-end support for a behavioural case

TIME COMMITMENT

• Varies depending on the number of dogs requiring support. Minimum 2-5 hours per week.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ International Travel Crate Coordinator (Volunteer)

The Coordinator will work closely with the International Intake Team and Foster teams to organize and manage foster supplies and gift-in-kind (GIK) donations. This is a committed role and the ideal candidates will live within 15-30 minutes of our storage unit in Streetsville, Mississauga.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work with storage team to manage international travel crate returns from Fosters / F2A’s
• Weekly or biweekly check-ins at storage to take apart and organize crates that have been returned
• Track crate returns using a spreadsheet
• Keep travel crates organized by return location / rescue (e.g., The Dog-go Project, Antigua, Dominican Republic, etc.)
• Ensure travel crates have all pieces (top, bottom, door, and hardware) and are stacked correctly
• Carry / lift crates up and down a set of stairs
• Build airline approved stacks (i.e., 21 inches in height) and secure with zip ties
• Coordinating with international rescues when flights and flight parents are found to escort crates
• Coordinating and arranging delivery of travel crates to the airport or flight parent
• BONUS / ASSET Have an SUV, van or truck and can deliver travel crates to the airport or alternative locations. Garage or storage space to store crates.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be reliable and committed!
• Must be willing and able to work onsite at least once weekly / when needed.
• Physically able to carry donations/supplies up and down the stairs to the storage unit.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to “get ‘er done” with minimal hand holding.
• Computer literate; Google sheets, Google docs, Gmail, data entry, etc.
• Oh and must love dogs!

TIME COMMITMENT

• 2-3 hours per week depending on our intake calendar.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Transport Volunteers – Short and/or Long Haul (Volunteer)

Volunteer transporters will transport both dogs and supplies for the rescue in their personal vehicle. We have both short haul and long haul (cross border) opportunities available. If you’re only interested in staying local, that’s okay too! You get to choose what opportunities suit your interests and schedule.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Helping to transport dogs to and from foster homes or vet appointments, picking up high value donations, delivering supplies to foster homes etc.
• Volunteers will receive Lost Dog Prevention (LDP) training and will be expected to follow protocols when transporting dogs. Failure to comply with LDP policies will result in removal from the team.

**REQUIRED SKILLS **

• A love for dogs!
• A valid drivers license and safe driving record
• Your own vehicle
• Proficiency in Google maps

TIME COMMITMENT

• YOU decide how often to participate in transport requests.

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!

+ Foster Coordinator (Volunteer)

While it’s often said that fosters are the backbone of our rescue, behind every amazing foster family is an equally amazing Foster Coordinator (FC). An FC’s primary role is to help our foster families navigate their foster journey from intake through to adoption. As an FC, you’ll wear many different hats from supporting with transitional challenges like potty training and leash walking to providing emotional support when it’s time to say goodbye and everything in between! As a team based environment, you’ll be joining an established community of foster coordinators with whom you can bounce ideas off of and count on to support you when needed.

**Responsibilities include but are not limited to: **

• Serve as primary contact for assigned foster families and follow up regularly to provide support where necessary.
• Support adoption team by coordinating attendance of dogs at adoption events, ensuring completion of foster bios, and helping to coordinate photoshoots for the foster dog.
• Ensure foster supplies such as crates, collar and leashes are returned to us post adoption.
• Ensure foster families are well versed in and comply with our foster program policies. i.e. lost dog prevention.
• Respond to non-urgent emails/phone calls within 12 hours, and emergencies situations immediately. If unable to respond in emergency situation, coordinate with other team members to ensure coverage.
• Support intake team with placement of foster dogs into appropriate homes when needed.
• Support vet team with coordinating transport of dogs to and from vetting appointments.
• Ensure database is up-to-date and accurate at all times and perform other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Uphold the rescues values during interactions with the public and other staff at all times.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Dog experience a must! Basic knowledge of dog behavior/training preferred. Must be positive reinforcement based.
• Willingness to attend dog training seminars as hosted by the rescue.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate empathy for foster families and compassion for the foster dogs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and work in a fast paced environment
• The ability to remain positive and calm even in stressful situations.
• A dynamic personality and a passion for rescue!
• Excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail
• A team player attitude.
• Ability to handle potentially difficult or awkward conversations and ask appropriate questions to gather information.
• Must be computer literate; Google sheets, Google docs, Gmail, data entry etc.

TIME COMMITMENT

• 3-5 hours per week

We ask that only those who can make a long term commitment to volunteering with Fetch + Releash apply for this role. If you are interested, fill out the Volunteer Application above!