Program Coordinator - Foster Care - Domestic Animal Services Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/collier/jobs/newprint/4729816) Apply  Program Coordinator - Foster Care - Domestic Animal Services Salary $26.19 - $34.30 Hourly Location Naples, FL Job Type Full Time, Regular Job Number 09081 Department Growth Management Community Development Division Domestic Animal Services Opening Date 12/27/2024 Closing Date 1/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Summary Performs professional work coordinating various programs supporting County operations, focusing on the Foster Care program with Domestic Animal Services. Essential Functions Community Volunteer Outreach: • Develop and execute strategies to recruit foster volunteers, focusing on engaging local community members and animal advocates. • Conduct interviews, orientations, and training sessions to onboard new fosters, ensuring they are well-prepared to care for animals. Foster Program Management: • Serve as the primary point of contact for foster volunteers, providing ongoing support, resources, and communication. • Maintain a system to match animals with appropriate foster homes based on the animal’s needs and the foster’s experience and availability. • Regularly check in with fosters to monitor the animals' well-being, offer guidance, and address any challenges or questions. Animal Health and Welfare: • Coordinate with DAS veterinary and animal care teams to ensure foster animals receive necessary medical care, vaccinations, and behavioral support. • Schedule and track veterinary appointments, providing foster families with information and support regarding animal health care. • Maintain up-to-date records for each foster animal, tracking their progress and ensuring proper documentation for eventual adoption. Community Engagement and Support: • Develop resources such as a foster manual, online resources, and regular newsletters to keep fosters informed and engaged. • Plan foster appreciation events and activities to foster community and celebrate the contributions of foster volunteers. Data Management and Reporting: • Track program data, including the number of animals in foster, length of stay, outcomes, and feedback from fosters. • Prepare reports on the foster program’s impact to help assess the program’s effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Additional Duties • Maintain a safe, clean, and positive environment for animals, volunteers, and staff. • Promote a humane and caring attitude toward all animals and encourage volunteers to serve as ambassadors for DAS in the community. • Attend relevant training sessions, workshops, and seminars to stay updated on best practices in volunteer management and animal welfare. • Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications • Associate degree required. • Three (3) years of related experience in animal care, shelter work, or volunteer/foster coordination. • Candidates without a degree should possess two (2) additional years of related experience. • Fingerprinting required. • Proficiency with data management and basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office preferred. Familiarity with shelter software (e.g., Chameleon) is preferred. LICENSES/CERTIFICATES • Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805. Supplemental information + Salary offers above the minimum pay grade may be considered based on qualifications. + Essential Employees may be required to work during an undeclared or declared emergency. The County’s Administrative Office will determine who will be required to work on an incident-by-incident basis. + This job posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.