Work Location: Killeen, and other Central Texas cities where Snip & Tip operates.

Purpose of the Position: The Volunteer Transport Coordinator supports Snip & Tip by managing and coordinating the transportation of cats and kittens between trapping locations, veterinary clinics, foster homes, and other designated sites. This role ensures the safe and efficient movement of animals and supports transport volunteers.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead and coordinate the efforts of Transport Volunteers, providing guidance, support, and supervision during transport activities.

• Scheduling: Develop and maintain a schedule for transport activities, coordinating with Snip & Tip staff, volunteers, and veterinary clinics to ensure timely and efficient transport of animals.

• Training and Mentoring: Train new transport volunteers on safe animal handling, transport procedures, and Snip & Tip’s policies. Provide ongoing mentoring and support.

• Health and Safety Oversight: Ensure the health and safety of animals during transport by providing appropriate enclosures, ventilation, and temperature control. Monitor transport volunteers to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

• Logistics Coordination: Coordinate the logistics of transporting animals, including route planning, pick-up and drop-off times, and vehicle readiness.

• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between transport volunteers and the program coordinator, providing regular updates on transport activities and addressing any issues or concerns.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of transport details, including schedules, routes, pick-up and drop-off times, and any observations about the animals' health or behavior.

• Vehicle Maintenance Oversight: Ensure that all volunteer vehicles used for transport are clean, well-maintained, and equipped with necessary supplies for animal transport, such as carriers, blankets, and cleaning materials.

• Community Engagement: Represent Snip & Tip professionally while interacting with community members, veterinary staff, and other volunteers during transport activities. Promote Snip & Tip’s mission and encourage community involvement.

• Problem Solving: Address any issues or concerns that arise during transport activities, providing solutions and support to ensure the well-being of the animals and volunteers.

Level of Difficulty:

• Physical (3/5): Involves lifting and handling animals and their carriers.

• Mental (4/5): Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks and coordinate a team.

• Emotional (3/5): Can be emotionally challenging due to the responsibility of caring for animals during transport and encountering various conditions of animals.

Expected Environmental Conditions: Majority of the work occurs in personal vehicles and various locations, including outdoor and indoor environments. Volunteers should be prepared for varying weather conditions and ensure their vehicles are appropriately equipped.

How Often Volunteers Work On-site: Most work is off-site, involving travel between various locations.

Orientation/Training:

• General orientation and training on Snip & Tip’s transport procedures, animal handling, and safety protocols.

• Hands-on training specific to the role, including proper loading, unloading, and securing of animals during transit.

• Introduction to key team members and veterinary partners.

Learning Opportunities:

• Develop or strengthen leadership and team management skills.

• Gain experience in coordinating logistics and scheduling.

• Enhance communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Position Start Date: Ongoing.

Initial Minimum Commitment: Six to twelve hours per week for three months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and interest.

Scheduling Guidelines: Flexible, with transport needs varying based on trapping schedules, veterinary appointments, and other program activities. Volunteers should be available for scheduled transport times and occasional short-notice requests.

Qualifications/Requirements for Volunteer Applicants:

• Meet the requirements outlined in the Essential Capabilities document with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Valid driver’s license, automobile registration, and insurance.

• Reliable personal vehicle suitable for animal transport.

• Clean driving record with no major moving violations.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Comfortable handling animals of various temperaments.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Experience in animal care, transport, or volunteer management is preferred but not required.

• Access to a computer and internet for record-keeping and communication.

Tools/Equipment Provided (including Personal Protective Equipment):

• Training materials, resources, and support for transport activities.

• Supplies for animal transport, including carriers, blankets, and cleaning materials.

Optional Tools/Equipment: Any specialty tools or personal equipment you prefer to work with.

Supervisor(s): Program Coordinator, Snip & Tip.

Number of Concurrent Volunteer Openings: 2-3 individuals per locat