Community Outreach Coordinator

Overview

Come work at a place where we strive to promote and create a safe community. We take pride in living and working in Central Texas and are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

The functions listed below represent the majority of the time spent on this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Community Outreach & Education
  • Coordinate educational programs for schools, community groups, and civic organizations.
  • Plan and attend adoption events, off-site outreach, and fundraising activities.
  • Build partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders to increase public involvement, awareness and corporate donations.
  • Identify animals from the shelter suitable for placement and transport to other animal welfare organizations.
  • Organize transport of animals to partner organizations.
  • Represent the shelter in public speaking engagements, community meetings, and media opportunities.
  • Work with the community to reunite lost animals and match animals to adopters, fosters, or rescues, building relationships to find homes for animals.
  • Engage partners of animals on the high-risk euthanasia list if the animal meets established criteria.
  • Recruit, engage, select, train and work with volunteers for community events such as adoption events.
• Public Relations & Marketing Support
  • Assist with social media content, newsletters, and marketing campaigns highlighting shelter programs, adoptable animals, and volunteer opportunities.
  • Develop outreach initiatives to increase adoptions, foster placements, and public support.
• Administrative Duties
  • Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities, outreach events, and community engagement efforts.
  • Assist with grant research, applications, and reporting related to outreach and volunteer programs.
  • Work with leadership to evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
  • Coordinate with shelter staff regarding medical requirements, health certificates, and identification paperwork for animals going to other organizations.
• Perform tasks with professional conduct, tact and excellent customer service.
• Performs related work as required.

Requires a High School diploma or GED equivalent and one year of experience in general clerical or animal-related positions or closely related experience. Prior experience coordinating events, community programs, or public outreach is strongly preferred. Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Proficiency in computer operation, Microsoft Office Suite, and social media platforms. Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, for special events.

Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and have reliable transportation. Comfortable working in an animal shelter environment with potential exposure to animals of varying temperaments, allergens, and cleaning supplies. Ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with the public, volunteers, animal-related concerns, and confidential information. Compassionate attitude and sense of urgency in getting animals safe and cared for. Ability to communicate courteously and diplomatically;

manage multiple tasks, programs, and events.

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing for some time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis or sustained keyboard operations. Lift up to 40 lbs. with or without assistance. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to:

• Bright/dim light;
  Dusts and pollen.
• Extreme heat and/or cold;
  Wet or humid conditions.
• Extreme noise levels;
  Animals/wildlife.
• Vibration;
  Fumes and/or noxious odors.
• Traffic;
  Moving machinery.
• Electrical shock;
  Heights.
• Radiation;
  Disease/pathogens.
• Toxic/caustic chemicals;
  Explosives;
  Violence.
• Other extreme hazards not listed above.

Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Revised 08/28/2025

Proposed Compensation: $18.60 - $18.60

Bell County retains the right to close or extend any job posting at any time, regardless of the posting closing date. Bell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer; please see our EEO policy located at the Historic Courthouse, 3rd Floor, in downtown Belton.