Public Promotions

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Support Staff:  Office Manager / Committee Board Member 

Duties:  Operate information booths at community events, fairs, festivals and shelter functions; Provide information about the shelter, spay and neuter programs, adoption criteria, volunteer program, donor information; Barkin Basement, etc; Use of own transportation to set up and break down booth (Not structural - Informational pamphlets, donation box, photo album, etc.)  

Required Training:  Familiarize yourself with all shelter policies, procedures, adoption guidelines, upcoming events, shelter goals & needs; Meeting with staff member to review pertinent shelter information & available hand-outs and information; 

Qualifications:  Genuine concern for the welfare of animals that is compatible with the philosophy of the ASWRV; Good communication skills; Must possess the ability to interact with a diverse community in an enthusiastic and polite manner; Thorough knowledge of shelter policies, adoption fees / guidelines, and shelter mission / philosophy; 

Time Commitment:  Several times per year, depending upon specific events 

Significance of job to the Animal Shelter of Wood River Valley:  Public presence is vital to any non-profit organization. Attending community events provides the shelter with greater exposure and promotes more support for all of our endeavors. The role of a volunteer promotions person can have a variety of positive results - Whether someone adopts a dog or a cat, becomes a new volunteer, makes a monetary contribution, includes us in their estate planning, or merely talks about the shelter to friends – It’s all good!