Join Our Team

+ General Application

Interested in joining the Wags and Walks team but not seeing the role that speaks to your skill set? Feel free to submit a general application, at the bottom of the page, as our team is always looking to connect with talented candidates that share our passion for rescue dogs.

+ Foster Lead

SUMMARY

The Foster Lead is one of the two faces of a robust foster program that’s key to the organization’s ability to have the impact that it has. This role is responsible for recruiting and onboarding new fosters, building relationships with existing fosters, sending out pleas to connect fosters to dogs that need placement, handling pass off and introductions, and providing support as needed. This job requires a highly organized individual that’s comfortable solving the complex puzzle of placement while also working with a wide array of dog lovers. The Foster Lead reports directly to the Director of Intake/Placement and collaborates to work to continue to grow the already fantastic program.

SCHEDULE

Tuesday - Saturday, 11am-7pm

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handles foster applications, screens, and orientations
• Serves as the first point of contact for all foster questions and issues
• Represents the organization well in their efforts to problem solve any issues that may arise. Understands the perspective of the foster while prioritizing the dog and the organization.
• Responds to foster issues providing timely email and phone support
• Communicates clearly and consistently with the other departments to ensure movements flow smoothly
• Works closely with the Director of Intake / Placement to ensure foster placement lines up with the intake volume
• Handles all aspects of the foster placement process from that initial intake conversation to the pass off of the supplies and pup pick up
• Sends out foster pleas and works to find the appropriate match given the foster’s criteria
• Handles inventory, organization, and the prep of all foster supplies. Works with the Volunteer Coordinator and the Director of Animal Care for support as needed.
• Makes a great first impression for any new fosters during their initial pass off
• Works to build lasting relationships with fosters to ultimately lean on direct outreach for placement
• Ensure that all agreements are signed and that fosters have all of the required information
• Develops consistent ways for the fosters to feel appreciated and heard
• Brings an entrepreneurial and creative mindset to the challenge of finding specialized fosters (ie medical and behavior)
• Works with the Director of Intake / Placement, Training Lead, and other relevant support staff to become comfortable with dog to dog introductions
• Dives into the numbers to report on foster retention and growth on a monthly basis
• Brings a fresh approach to ultimately explore creative ways to improve the efficiency of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least 2+ years of experience managing a similar program and/or team
• Must be able to sit at a desk in front of a computer for several hours. Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs to help move kennel crates, dog food, and other supplies.
• Must have proficiency with computers including word, excel, slack and google docs. Ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Must have a current and valid California Driver’s License.

QUALITIES

• Must be super organized and comfortable with scheduling and customer facing interactions
• Must be a dog lover and possess some knowledge of basic dog behavior and needs
• Must be willing to get your hands dirty, be flexible and reliable
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with a diverse group of employees and volunteers.
• Must have excellent customer service experience, proven attention to detail, good organizational and time management skills.
• Must be a team player and have a positive attitude. Personable, professional, upbeat and energetic.
• Must be comfortable working with ambiguity and assisting in moving W&W forward.
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision; must also work well with a team
• Must be gritty, exceptional with people and exhibit a calm demeanor during periods of stressful situations.

BENEFITS

• Join a passionate team in a rewarding field
• Plenty of quality time with amazing rescue dogs
• Strong health, dental, and vision benefits
• PTO that increases every year
• Snacks, drinks, and monthly team lunches

Compensation for this role starts at $67,000 per year

+ Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships Manager

SUMMARY

The Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships Manager is responsible for maintaining and growing a portfolio of new and existing corporate and foundation sponsors to support the organization’s continued growth in Los Angeles & New York while effortlessly collaborating with the Nashville team. This team member will be the primary point of contact for several existing corporate sponsor relationships that have been instrumental in building two fantastic adoption centers and hosting a successful annual Gala. Success in this role is contingent upon one’s ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels while always thinking about creative ways to build a long term partnership. The ideal candidate is passionate about dogs and can find joy in the direct impact that their fundraising efforts have on the organization’s impact.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Seamlessly picks up existing partner relationships with timely, thoughtful, and strategic responses.
• Joins the team prepared to hit the ground running to form new corporate sponsors and foundation partnerships. Understands that while the organization has built an amazing base, there’s no playbook and it’s on this individual to constantly be taking initiative.
• Reports to the VP of Strategic Development and ensures outreach efforts line up with the organization’s roadmap.
• Collaborates closely with the Nashville team to maximize the strength of partnerships and ensure there’s no conflict of interest. There’s so much to be gained from the extra impact happening in other cities as it is one large organization.
• Hits quarterly revenue goals for year long partnerships.
• Uses a combination of existing relationships and cold outreach to lead all procurement efforts around the massive auction for the annual Gala. This includes outreach from this role and management of volunteers + other supporting team members on the auction efforts.
• Balances the deliverables for Gala and other campaigns when structuring pitches.
• Collaborates closely with the Marketing & Communications Coordinator to identify brands and partners to reach out to while also ensuring proper execution takes place.
• Attends relevant on / off site events to support the development team and build relationships. Ensuring that deliverables are meeting partner expectations is crucial.
• Works closely with the Founder / Chief Animal Lover and VP of Strategic Development to build out New York partnerships while aiding in the execution of a smooth Summer “Pup Up”. This includes some potential travel to New York over the Summer.
• Manages the flow of Peer to Peer Fundraising and Pup Club Membership.
• Helps lead the Jr Board (Young Professionals) and the Development Committee to motivate the Wags & Walks network to maximize their efforts.
• Build relationships with foundations as the role aims to line up warm leads for the grants team. Explores grant submissions based on the role’s capacity.
• Quickly builds infrastructure that allows for the role to manage interns and volunteers on an ongoing basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a college degree, Masters preferred.
• Must have a proven track record of building relationships that lead directly to sales / donations.
• Must have experience in a fast paced environment.
• 6+ years of fundraising / sales experience
• Experience planning and working partners into a large scale event is preferred
• Non-profit experience is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable with a consistent commute to West LA 3-4 days a week (1-2 remote days available after training period)
• Flexible schedule that allows for support as needed (while also finding time to disconnect and enjoy time with your pup!)

QUALITIES

• Must be a dog lover!
• Comfortable talking to anyone in an appropriate and goal oriented manner
• A knack for reading the room
• Not afraid of the ask
• Comfortable building the tools that can help execute the gameplan while also executing the gameplan
• Problem solver and quick thinker
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and results driven
• A team player who works well with others
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
• Enjoys working in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Is very detail oriented
• Is very proactive and a self-starter

BENEFITS

• Join a passionate team in a rewarding field
• Plenty of quality time with amazing rescue dogs
• Strong health, dental, and vision benefits
• PTO that increases every year
• Snacks, drinks, and monthly team lunches

Compensation for this role starts between $68,000 - $75,000 per year

+ Marketing & Communications Coordinator

SUMMARY

The Marketing & Communications Coordinator is responsible for executing and growing all aspects of the organization’s Los Angeles & New York brand presence. The organization has seen incredible growth the last few years and it’s looking for a self-starter with experience running all aspects of a company’s external communication with a preference for candidates that helped build a brand. This role will be hands-on in creating campaigns, posts, and new marketing initiatives while also adding structure along the way. The ideal candidate is passionate about dogs and excited about the prospect of collaborating with our amazing team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own all aspects of the Los Angeles & New York social media management and growth. This includes, but is not limited to, the roll out on new platforms and strategic spends to help find forever homes. We’re looking for someone that’s comfortable gathering content and creating posts while also having strategic conversations on upcoming campaigns.
• Shows a true dedication to using the organization’s platforms and networks to increase foster and adoption applications.
• Understands that our social presence drives fundraising and partnership opportunities and works closely with the development team to leverage our social platforms. Once again, this role will be in the day to day of the posts.
• Bring in new social partnerships that directly lead to new opportunities and exposure.
• Work with the development team to map out and execute digital deliverables for all partner needs.
• Serve as both the project manager and the owner for all external communications for Los Angeles & New York. This includes all email campaigns, collateral needs, text campaigns, etc.
• Collaborate with the Brand Lead on the Nashville team to build strategy, calendars, and cohesion to maximize impact.
• Manage the Los Angeles based Social Media Specialist to ensure response goals and growth metrics are achieved.
• Work with the relevant team members to handle any website updates. Serve as the Los Angeles lead for all website updates - outside of listing new dogs.
• Handle and source the design of new Wags & Walks merchandise. Oversee the process from design to Shopify entry after arrival.
• Willingness to be flexible on the type of support needed for the second summer of New York “Pup Ups”. This includes some potential travel to New York over the summer.
• Develops a consistent flow and process around PR efforts.
• Shares thoughts and ideas on improving the adoption center to line up with the marketing and branding efforts.
• Responsible for handling all social media duties for one weekend day on an ongoing basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a college degree
• Must have a proven track record of owning all social media & marketing responsibilities
• Must have experience in a fast paced environment. Preference for candidates that were part of larger growth at a company (startup is ideal)
• 4+ years of managing a social media account at a larger scale
• 4+ years of handling all aspects of a company’s external communications
• 5+ years of experience capturing, editing, and posting a variety of posts
• Comfortable with a consistent commute to West LA 3-4 days a week (1-2 remote days available after training period)
• Flexible schedule that allows for support as needed (while also finding time to disconnect and enjoy time with your pup!)

QUALITIES

• Must be a dog lover!
• Confident in written abilities with excellent grammar
• Organized and creative all at once
• Problem solver and quick thinker
• Excellent communication skills
• Analytical and results driven
• A team player who works well with others
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
• Enjoys working in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Is very detail oriented
• Is very proactive and a self-starter

BENEFITS

• Join a passionate team in a rewarding field
• Plenty of quality time with amazing rescue dogs
• Strong health, dental, and vision benefits
• PTO that increases every year
• Snacks, drinks, and monthly team lunches

Compensation for this role starts between $67,000 - $71,000 per year

+ Events Lead

SUMMARY

The Events Lead is responsible for organizing and executing all event and fundraising efforts throughout the year to help promote the organization's mission and achieve target revenue goals. This role includes everything from prospecting ( cold calls will be needed!) to leading events with an amazing team of volunteers. This multifaceted role must be well organized, motivated, possess a strong work ethic and have the ability to positively interact with donors, partners, volunteers and staff in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, while remaining calm, focused, consistent, resourceful and efficient.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be the face of Wags and Walks events handling all aspects of the planning and execution. You’ll be out in the community 2-3 days per week.
• Handle inquiries from potential event hosts, current partners, team members, and volunteers in a timely manner.
• Maintain the strong partner relationships that have been established by thoroughly communicating and executing on the promised deliverables.
• Help plan, coordinate and execute day of logistics for third party events and other fundraisers such as: puppy parties, offsite adoption/fundraiser events, volunteer days, etc.
• Meet monthly KPI expectations around exposure (number of days) and impact (revenue). The organization is fortunate enough to have inquiries coming in but this role must also be comfortable building out the calendar on their own to make the desired impact.
• Lead all logistics and recruitment associated with at least two larger on site events at the adoption center including a Spring Wellness event and Winter Holiday Bazar. This role should plan on taking the basic infrastructure that’s in place for these events but plan on running with it on their own.
• Lead monthly ongoing programming such as Wags Kids, Paws & PJs, Puppies & Yoga, and Training Classes
• Work closely with both the Event & Volunteer Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator to ensure there’s proper coverage for all events.
• Work closely with both the Event & Volunteer Coordinator and Volunteer Coordinator to continue to build the Event Lead program and expand the potential impact the organization can have.
• Always have a fundraising hat on as the role works closely with the rest of the Development team to ensure the organization is taking on the right events that line up with its values and brand.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications team to ensure that all of the events get the proper exposure and promotion. Don’t rely strictly on the traditional avenues and get creative!
• Develop a strategic approach to growing the Wags and Walks impact in the community and with potential adopters utilizing volunteers and our existing team members.
• Build out documentation and processes to streamline the event planning process for events of all types and sizes.
• Be a key player in putting on the organization’s major annual Gala. This role will not be expected to lead the Gala but they will be expected to plug in and play a crucial role.

QUALITIES

• Must be a dog lover!
• Problem solver and quick thinker
• Not afraid to talk to everyone and anyone about Wags and Walks
• Excellent communication skills
• Special ability to make personal connections in a larger setting while also staying focused on the larger goals
• A team player who works well with others
• Friendly demeanor and positive attitude
• Enjoys working in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Is very detail oriented
• Is very proactive and a self-starter

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a College Degree
• Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed
• Experience with nonprofits, fundraising and events preferred
• Computer proficient (Google docs, ability to learn new software, etc)
• Must have a current and valid California Driver’s License
• Must be comfortable standing for long periods and lifting up to 30 lbs

BENEFITS

• Join a passionate team in a rewarding field
• Plenty of quality time with amazing rescue dogs
• Strong health, dental, and vision benefits
• PTO that increases every year
• Snacks, drinks, and monthly team lunches

Compensation for this role starts between $67,000 - $71,000 per year

+ Junior Board Member

SUMMARY

Are you passionate about rescue dogs and Wags and Walks' mission? Would you like to meet other dog obsessed young professionals? Do you love speaking and networking with different groups of people? Then maybe our Jr. Board would be a great place for you to volunteer!

This is a fantastic opportunity for charismatic and engaging individuals to become ambassadors for Wags and Walks! You will provide vital information to community members, your own network, organizations, and our supporters about the large volume of dogs in overcrowded shelters at risk of euthanasia and what Wags and Walks is doing about the issue. You will be provided with all the collateral and equipment needed to attend events and you will work closely with veteran volunteer and Wags and Walks staff as part of your training.

REQUIREMENTS

• Complete a number of trainings sessions
• Attend Jr. Board meetings (virtual / in-person) as needed
• Shadow Wags & Walks staff at a community event or presentation
• Regularly support community events and presentations
• Wags & Walks Alumni, volunteer or foster
• People and pup person over the age of 21
• Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation
• Sponsor and donor outreach to support event and organization needs
• Contribution pledge with a monthly or quarterly donation commitment
• Create awareness of Wags and Walk’s mission, program and needs in general, professional and personal communities
• Recruit other volunteers and Junior Board participants
• Develop future leaders for Wags and Walks Board of Directors

BENEFITS

• Serving on the junior board gives you a front-row seat to the highest level of operations, providing you with exposure to everything from board governance to project management, budgeting and fundraising.
• Gaining hands-on experience in planning, fundraising, programming, and event support
• You will play a crucial role as part of an inaugural Junior Board that will be rapidly growing and evolving, welcoming input from all members.
• Invites to organization special events as well as events just for the Junior Board.
• Professional networking and socializing events with other Junior Board Members as well as Wags and Walks leadership and Board of Directors.
• Meeting like-minded young professionals
• Leadership opportunities such as chairing committees