Volunteer Opportunity

Animal Coordinator - Hamsters / At-Large Board Member

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Frederick, MD


  • Details

    Time Commitment:A few hours per week
    Recurrence:Recurring
    Benefits:
    Training Provided

    Description

    Small Angels Rescue, Inc. has a rewarding opportunity for a volunteer Animal Coordinator/Board Member who has a passion for animal welfare and a deep commitment to saving the lives of the smallest and most vulnerable pets.

    Requirements:

    We need someone who is in or around the DC/MD/VA area and who has prior experience with care of hamsters.

    Responsibilities:

    The Animal Coordinator will oversee all activities related to the hamsters under their care and manage the Team Leaders (if applicable) and/or foster homes.

    •  Handling intakes and adoptions
    • Managing the program's Team Leaders (if applicable) and/or foster homes
    • Placing animals into foster homes
    • Approving adopters
    • Arranging adoptions
    • Caring for animals under temporary intake quarantine
    • Arranging veterinary care
    • Participating in monthly board meetings

    As an At-Large Board Member, you will participate in Board Meetings. These are held quarterly in-person in Frederick, Maryland, and monthly via teleconference/Zoom.

    About Small Angels Rescue, Inc.:

    Small Angels Rescue, Inc. is a growing all-volunteer, registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves an area of desperate need in the community. Since its inception in October 2003, Small Angels Rescue, Inc. has saved over 4,500 guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice, and gerbils from euthanasia, abuse, and abandonment. These animals are worthy of respectful and compassionate treatment. We advocate and facilitate responsible animal care and companionship.

    If you are ready to make a tangible difference in the lives of these little animals and be part of our team, please send an email to Volunteers@SmallAngelsRescue.org.

    We look forward to hearing from you!

    Small Angels Rescue, Inc. has a rewarding opportunity for a volunteer Animal Coordinator/Board Member who has a passion for animal welfare and a deep commitment to saving the lives of the smallest and most vulnerable pets.

    Requirements:

    We need someone who is in or around the DC/MD/VA area and who has prior experience with care of hamsters.

    Responsibilities:

    The Animal Coordinator will oversee all activities related to the hamsters under their care and manage the Team Leaders (if applicable) and/or foster homes.

    •  Handling intakes and adoptions
    • Managing the program's Team Leaders (if applicable) and/or foster homes
    • Placing animals into foster homes
    • Approving adopters
    • Arranging adoptions
    • Caring for animals under temporary intake quarantine
    • Arranging veterinary care
    • Participating in monthly board meetings

    As an At-Large Board Member, you will participate in Board Meetings. These are held quarterly in-person in Frederick, Maryland, and monthly via…

    Location

    On-site
    Frederick, MD, United States

    How to Apply

    Please send us an email telling us all about yourself and your experience with caring for hamsters. Volunteer@SmallAngelsRescue.org

    Please send us an email telling us all about yourself and your experience with caring for hamsters. Volunteer@SmallAngelsRescue.org

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