Community Services Coordinator - North Cariboo

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:

POSITION:                      Community Services Coordinator – North Cariboo

STATUS:                         Temporary; Full-Time - 24 months 

SHIFT:                           35 hours per week 

LOCATION:                    Prince George, BC - Remote 

CLASSIFICATION:      Exempt                

WAGE:                              Salaried                                                                           

CLOSING DATE:         Open Until Filled 

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision and values.

Join the BC SPCA in Making a Difference!

The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team during an exciting time of change in an organization that truly makes a difference! Read on for more details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we’re looking for by submitting your application.

Are you the person who can make a world of difference - for both people and animals?

We're looking for an energetic team member who thrives on building connections and mobilizing communities to drive meaningful change!

In this exciting 24-month temporary role, you will be the driving force behind coordinating vital services in the Prince George area during the temporary closure of the Prince George Community Animal Centre. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring the continuity of community-based programs, working with a diverse group of BC SPCA teams and external partners to work towards our vision of animals and people thriving together.

As the key liaison between the BC SPCA and external partners, you will ensure that programs—such as the pet food bank, animal transfers to nearby locations, volunteer coordination, and partnerships with other agencies—run smoothly and efficiently. You will be at the heart of our transition to a more community-based service model.

We are looking for a team member who embodies our core values and will use them to guide their work:

• Caring and compassionate: You will make a difference by supporting the animals and the community you serve.
• Work and learn with respect: By working together with internal teams and external partners, you’ll foster an environment of mutual respect and growth.
• Collaborate to amplify impact: You’ll collaborate with a network of passionate individuals and organizations to amplify our impact.
• Ethical, accountable, and courageous: Your integrity and courage will guide your work as you seek new opportunities to support our vision.

This position will primarily work within the community of Prince George, with some administrative duties done from a home office.

Some specific duties of this role include:

Duties Related to People Care: 

• Responsible for the onboarding, training, scheduling, coordination, performance management, communication and recognition of volunteers in the Prince George area. 
• Builds relationships with other key partners in the organization and community; facilitates interactions that enhance trust. 
• Receives and resolves any public complaints and concerns related to the BC SPCA services in the Prince George area and advances to next-level supervisor, as required. 

Duties Related to Service Delivery: 

• Regularly liaises with Managers of surrounding Animal Centres (particularly Quesnel) to identify animals needing sheltering services, coming from the Prince George area. 
• Works with the Community Services team and community partners to ensure regular delivery of a pet food bank through volunteers at a specified location. 
• Coordinates fosters, including but not limited to: 
• Providing training, resources, and supplies; 
• Regularly checking and addressing any questions/concerns that arise; and 
• Facilitating and coordinating transfer of animals. 

Other Financial/Administrative Duties: 

• Administers assigned annual budget. 
• Promotes the BC SPCA’s mission and services in the community; attends events as required and serves as a professional and knowledgeable representative of the BC SPCA. 
• Completes required reports accurately and on time. 
• Identifies community needs and provides input into ways to address any gaps. 
• Ensures all donations received directly through the provision of services in the community are processed in an accurate timely manner, following BC SPCA policies and procedures. 
• Represents the BC SPCA in a professional and knowledgeable manner and may be required to speak to local media. 

Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications you need to have: 

• Post-secondary education in a related field plus 3-5 years’ related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer. 
• Related experience includes but is not limited to: 
• Customer service; 
• Direct animal care;
• Experience working in the human/social services sector; and
• Experience coordinating/leading volunteers. 
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and driver’s abstract. 
• Demonstrable interest in all aspects of animal welfare and philosophical harmony with the mission, vision, and guiding principles of the BC SPCA. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize time, and deliver effective results. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to relate respectfully to a diverse audience. 
• Basic computer skills - use of Microsoft Office and other computer software including databases and/or payroll systems. 
• Ability to do heavy lifting, pushing and pulling on a regular basis; must be able to work with and around animals. 
• Ability to work remotely and independently from a home office, and also able to travel throughout the region. 
• Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission, and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.