Position Title:

Community Outreach - Program Specialist II

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience collaborating with clients and project stakeholders.
Project management experience within an academic or research environment.
Previous Experience working with animal shelters, foster programs, or animal placement groups.
Experience managing inventory, including tracking, ordering, and restocking supplies for programs operations.
Experience organizing educational events or workshops, particularly within the animal welfare or veterinary fields.
Experience handling animals.

Job Description:

Summary

Join Our Team as a Community Outreach - Program Specialist II! Make a Difference in Animal Welfare

Are you passionate about animal welfare and eager to make a tangible impact on the lives of shelter animals? Do you excel at building relationships, coordinating programs, and working with a variety ofstakeholders? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Community Outreach - Program Specialist II!

In this dynamic and rewarding role, youll be the driving force behind the success of our outreach programs. Collaborating with shelters, foster programs, and animal placement groups, youll ensure animals receive essential veterinary care, including spay/neuter surgeries, dental procedures, and preventative services. Youll also play a key role in supporting course operations, managing medical records, and overseeing inventory. As a program ambassador, youll foster strong relationships with partners, recruit new collaborators, and host educational events to amplify our mission.

Why Youll Love This Job

• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to improving the health and welfare of shelter animals. Your efforts will save lives, reduce overpopulation, and enhance countless animals' well-being.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a passionate, supportive team dedicated to making a difference. Youll network with industry professionals, grow professionally, and find camaraderie with like-minded individuals.
• Variety and Excitement: No two days are alike! From travel and presentations to scheduling services, managing course operations, medical records, and inventory, youll enjoy a role full of diversity and challenge.
• Growth and Development: Hone your skills in program management, outreach, and animal care. Youll gain valuable experience organizing educational events, managing logistics, and pursuing professional development opportunities.

What Were Looking For

• A compassionate, organized, and proactive individual passionate about animal welfare.
• Someone who thrives in roles blending outreach, administrative responsibilities, and operational support.
• A team player with strong communication skills, adept at building relationships and fostering collaboration.
• Experience in animal care, shelter programs, veterinary-related fields, medical record management, or inventory oversight is a plusbut above all, we seek someone driven to make a difference!

Ready to transform the future of animal welfare? Apply now and join our mission to improve the lives of shelter animals everywhere!

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

Level Guidelines
Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS807

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

January 3, 2025

Posting Close Date:

January 17, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16046

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