Community Ambassador (Tulare)

Description

About Us 

Here for animals since 1868, the San Francisco SPCA is a cherished San Francisco institution, known for compassion, excellence, and innovation in the fields of animal welfare and veterinary medicine. 

We operate a public veterinary hospital, a high-quality, high-volume spay-neuter clinic, a community veterinary clinic, and provide low-cost community medicine programs. The SF SPCA saves the lives of homeless dogs and cats through our shelter medicine and adoption programs. Our innovative programs and services serve as models for humane organizations across the country and around the world. 

As a community-supported nonprofit, not affiliated with any national organization, our values: Be Generous, Fearless, and Connected guide over 350 talented and dedicated professionals to deliver on our promises each day. 

Iconic and innovative, the SF SPCA offers you the opportunity to join a team committed not only to veterinary excellence and animal welfare but to a balanced and rewarding work environment. 

Role Summary 

The San Francisco SPCA was founded on the principle that a small group of people, working together and working strategically, could make a huge impact on the lives of animals. Over a century and a half, that has proven to be true. We’ve set out to achieve a goal of impacting 5 million lives in 10 years with what we call Vision 2030. We are not only impacting lives in San Francisco, but also expanding our reach throughout the state of California. To achieve this goal, access to basic veterinary care will be imperative. 

There is a critical need for increased access to veterinary care in California, especially in the Central Valley. The veterinarian shortage has reduced the number of providers and increased the cost of care, making it challenging for families to keep their pets healthy and increasing pet population in shelters. Our goal is to keep animals healthy, in homes, and out of shelters. 

We are actively seeking a Community Ambassador (CA) for Tulare County, who is ingrained in their community and can utilize their connection to help identify, address, and solve local challenges relating to limited access to veterinary care. The Community Ambassador (CA) will help expand our impact by fostering relationships, establishing trust, conducting community outreach, and providing basic preventative health services for pets. Serving as a valuable resource and service provider, the CA will play a crucial role in enhancing pet health and offering support within their community. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Conduct surveys and canvas neighborhoods to identify families in need. 
• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, groups, and officials. 
• Administer DHPP and FVRCP vaccines and flea/tick treatments (training provided). 
• Educate community members about spay/neuter services and facilitate appointments. 
• Analyze outreach data to inform strategy and report metrics. 
• Collaborate with volunteers during community events, such as vaccine clinics. 

Requirements

• An active and engaged Tulare County citizen committed to advocating for both people and animals. 
• Available to work weekends and a non-traditional work schedule. 
• Willing to learn skills such as preparing and administering vaccinations and safe animal handling techniques. 
• Ability to work in ambiguity and independently. 
• Goal-oriented and able to remain calm under pressure. 
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing demands. 
• Experience in collecting, managing, and reporting clean data. 
• Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to motivate people and communicate effectively with diverse communities. 
• Solid computer skills and experience with databases. 
• Knowledge of animal welfare issues. 
• Thorough understanding of local community needs and dynamics. 
• Comfortable speaking before groups of people. 
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker preferred. 

Salary & Benefits 

The starting salary for this position depends on the depth and breadth of experience. The expected range is $25-28/hour. 

Regular, full-time positions are eligible for a benefits package including: 

• Paid Time Off and Holiday pay 
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Long-term Disability Insurance 
• 401k Retirement Plan and contribution matching 
• Student debt relief program 
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits 
• Discounts on retail and pet supplies 
• Discounts on veterinary care at our SF SPCA V