Are you an organized, compassionate multitasker who thrives on helping people and animals? This role is ideal for you if you love bringing structure to a busy environment, take pride in clear communication, and want meaningful part-time work in a small, growing nonprofit.
The Paw in Hand Project is seeking you to support daily operations, keep communication flowing, and help ensure that people and their pets get the support they need during times of crisis. This is a great position for a college or graduate student!
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Hybrid schedule with a mix of work-from-home and in-office time
- In-office days include working around friendly pets in our care
- Flexible hours; great for supplemental income, early-career admins, or students in social work, psychology, or related fields gaining hands-on experience
- Mission-driven environment helping people leaving domestic abuse stay connected to their pets
- Supportive, collaborative team with clear processes and expectations
- Faith based work environment
- 401K
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What You’ll Do
You’ll be the person who keeps everything (and everyone) moving in the same direction.
You’ll blend people skills, organization, and a love for animals to keep our office and kennel running smoothly.
Coordinate volunteers and kennel flow
- Welcome volunteers as they arrive, make sure they know what needs to be done, and help them sign in/out.
- Keep the kennel schedule organized so pets are walked, cleaned, and cared for consistently.
- Check that supplies (cleaning products, food, basic equipment) are stocked and organized.
Keep the office organized
- Manage shared inboxes and calendars so the team knows who is doing what and when.
- Schedule meetings and events; send invites, reminders, and follow-ups so nothing slips through the cracks.
- Draft and proofread emails, newsletters, and simple documents that are clear, kind, and professional.
Keep information tidy and useful
- Maintain accurate records of referrals, volunteer hours, client contacts, and basic kennel logs.
- Pull simple summaries to support board updates and grants.
Support basic financial and admin tasks
- Assist with light financial tasks like organizing receipts, tracking simple expenses, and keeping records up to date.
- Help ensure documents, forms, and digital files are labeled and stored in the right places.
Help share our story
- Draft and schedule social media posts and newsletter content that highlight pets, volunteers, and impact.
- Collect short stories, quotes, and photos from staff and volunteers to bring our mission to life.
What We’re Looking For
Required
- Strong organizational skills and comfort managing schedules, supplies, and multiple tasks at once.
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication with empathy for people in tough situations.
- Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) and basic office tools.
- Comfort working independently and directing volunteers or team members with confidence.
- Genuine compassion for animals and our mission to help people leaving domestic abuse keep their pets.
Preferred
- 1–3 years in admin, office coordination, retail, hospitality, or nonprofit roles.
- Experience managing volunteers, schedules, or basic inventory (e.g., stocking supplies).
- Social media savvy for drafting posts and newsletters.
- Familiarity with light admin tasks like data entry, simple reports, or organizing receipts.
- Animal care or kennel experience a big plus, but not required. We will train on specifics.
Our Vision & Values
Vision: A community where people leaving domestic abuse do not have to choose between their safety and their pets.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter sharing why this role and mission are a fit for you. Email them to [email protected]. If you are out of state, please explain if you plan to be be moving to Ohio in your email.
For more information about The Paw in Hand Project, visit our website: https://www.pawinhandproject.org/
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable working in a Christian setting?
- Are you comfortable answering the phone?
- How far are you from Batavia, Ohio?
- Are you available for part-time hybrid work (some remote, some in-office with pets)?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Google Workspace: 1 year (Required)
- social service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Canva: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Batavia, OH 45103
