Description:
This is an opportunity for individuals to support our programs and staff by assisting with daily operations. Operations Assistant volunteer interns should have an attention to detail, work well within a team, be capable of completing inventory and other projects independently, and be adaptable to the changing needs of the adoption center and staff.
Responsibilities:
- Inventory of food and other items.
- Fulfilling online orders.
- Opening and correctly stocking deliveries.
- Assisting with display of items for sale in our retail area.
- Picking up supplies from area businesses.
- Cleaning, washing floors, emptying trash.
- Sorting donations.
- Miscellaneous projects as requested by the Shelter Operations Supervisor.
Qualities/Skills:
- Ability to work independently and with other volunteers and staff.
- Exceptional computer literacy.
- Physical capacity to repetitively lift up to 40lbs, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and remain active the entirety of a 3 hour shift.
Experience and Education Requirements:
- Completion of sophomore year of high school or higher by June 2024.
- Applicants must turn 16 by June 15th, 2024. Internship cannot begin until the volunteer’s 16th birthday has occurred, as our minimum volunteer age is 16.
- Some animal experience required.
Other Requirements:
- Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and their own personal vehicle.
- Successful completion of a background check for those 18+.
- Attendance at a virtual orientation prior to your start date.
- On-the-job training.
- Volunteers age 16 and 17 must be able to obtain a MA Youth employment permit for this volunteer role, prior to their volunteer start date. Details can be found at https://www.mass.gov/service-details/youth-employment-permit-information .
- Within one week of submitting an application, a cover letter and the contact information of two references must be submitted to nevinsvolunteer@mspca.org. References cannot be family members. Please include why you are interested in this opportunity. When writing, consider the criteria used in this role description. Your cover letter should support you being a candidate who meets our needs and who will add value to our organization, while learning new skills.
- This role requires a high level of maturity, responsibility, and independence. All steps of the application process must be completed by the prospective volunteer rather than a parent or other 3rd
Time Commitment:
- Two weekly 4 hour shifts on a set day and time, weekdays. No weekends are available for this role.
- Duration must be a minimum of 7 weeks during the period of June-August, starting no later than June 30th.
- As this is a summer role, when filling out the application please use your summer 2024 availability as a guideline when listing days you are available.
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