Top 13 Volunteer coordinator Jobs in Cleveland, Oh

Shelter Volunteer Associate
Cleveland Animal Protective League —Cleveland, OH
- $17.85 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
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Volunteer Engagement Coordinator
YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES UNLIMITED —Cleveland, OH
- $21.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Community Support Coordinator
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio —Sheffield Village, OH
- $38,000 - $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
AFS OH Off Site School Coordinator VISTA
AmeriCorps —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Mid-level
AFS OH Rittman School Coordinator VISTA
AmeriCorps —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
AFS VISTA Community Memory Access Specialist
AmeriCorps —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
12d
AFS OH Norwayne School Coordinator VISTA
AmeriCorps —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- English
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
7d
AFS VISTA Engagement Impact Systems Specialist
AmeriCorps —Cleveland, OH
- Full-time
- English
- Children
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
11d
Field Organizer
The Ohio Democratic Party —Solon, OH
- From $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Team management
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Volunteer Coordinator
United Way of Lake County —Mentor, OH
- $42,000 - $50,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Match Support Specialist - Big Futures program
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lorain County —Elyria, OH
- From $47,840 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Customer service
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
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Administrative Assistant
Friends Church Willoughby Hills —Willoughby Hills, OH
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Children
- In-person
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Art Gallery Attendant -Part time /Wednesday and Friday evenings ( 5:00pm -9:30pm)
The Cleveland Museum of Art —Cleveland, OH
50% off admission to select ticketed exhibitions for members' guests. The Gallery Attendant provides assistance and simple directions to visitors as well as…
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Art Gallery Attendant -Part time /Wednesday and Friday evenings ( 6:00pm -9:30pm)
The Cleveland Museum of Art —Cleveland, OH
50% off admission to select ticketed exhibitions for members' guests. The Gallery Attendant provides assistance and simple directions to visitors as well as…
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Shelter Volunteer Associate

Cleveland Animal Protective League -
Cleveland, OH

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Job Details

Part-time | Volunteer
$17.85 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Animal behavior

Full Job Description

____________________________________________________________________________________

Job Title: Shelter Volunteer Associate

Department: Shelter

Salary: $17.85 Hourly

Classification: Part-time, hourly, non-exempt

Job Relationship: Reports to Shelter Volunteer Coordinator and Shelter Manager. Works closely with the Volunteer Manager, Behavior Supervisor, Animal Care Supervisor, and Adoptions Supervisor. Supports volunteers and interns in daily shelter operations.

Position Summary: Supports the onboarding, training, scheduling, and day-to-day coordination of shelter volunteers and interns. Assists with maintaining volunteer engagement and ensuring volunteers are prepared to support animal care, enrichment, adoptions, and shelter operations in alignment with organizational standards and mission.

Revised: July 2026

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Essential Job Functions:

Volunteer Support & Coordination

Assists with onboarding and orientation of new shelter volunteers and interns.

Provides basic training, coaching, and ongoing support to volunteers working in animal care, enrichment, adoptions, clinic support, project CARE, and shelter operations.

Helps monitor volunteer schedules to ensure adequate coverage throughout the shelter.

Distributes volunteer training materials, badges, and access cards as assigned.

Assists with maintaining volunteer records and communications through volunteer management systems and email.

Supports volunteer coaches and experienced volunteers who assist with hands-on training.

Communicates updates, reminders, and procedural changes to volunteers in a timely and professional manner.

Helps maintain cleanliness and organization of volunteer spaces and supplies.

Observes volunteer performance and escalates concerns or conflicts to supervisors as appropriate.

Assists with volunteer appreciation and engagement efforts to promote retention and positive volunteer experiences.

Assists in arranging Dogs Day Out outings with shelter animals with both volunteers and the public.

Animal Care & Shelter Operations

Supports safe handling and humane treatment of animals in accordance with shelter protocols.

Assists with animal enrichment, behavior support, and daily care routines as needed.

Helps maintain safe and sanitary shelter conditions.

Opens and closes shelter areas as assigned.

Assists with maintaining cleaning equipment, tools, and supplies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

General Expectations

Represents the organization in a professional, respectful, and compassionate manner at all times.

Provides excellent customer service to staff, volunteers, adopters, and community members.

Promotes teamwork and collaboration across departments.

Follows all safety procedures and immediately reports unsafe conditions or policy violations.

Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to support operational needs of the shelter.

Supports the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to animal welfare.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience working or volunteering in animal welfare, customer service, education, or community programs preferred.

Experience supporting or training volunteers, staff, or peers preferred.

Basic proficiency with Office 365 and digital recordkeeping systems.

Interest in animal behavior, handling, and shelter operations preferred.

Fear Free Certification preferred or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Ability to communicate clearly and follow established procedures.

Organized, dependable, and detail oriented.

Ability to safely handle animals of various sizes and temperaments.

Commitment to humane animal care and the organization’s mission and values.

Working Conditions

Work is performed constantly in an animal shelter that operates seven days per week with exposure to animals, including some with questionable health and temperament concerns, high noise levels, zoonotic diseases, and cleaning agents. Subject to animal bites and scratches. Position requires frequent movement throughout the shelter, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and handling animals. Regularly operates a computer, telephone, and other office equipment (i.e. calculator, copier, fax machine, and printer). Constantly communicates with staff members and volunteers who have inquiries about their job responsibilities and animal needs and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must be able to detect and recognize animal behavior that is potentially dangerous. Occasionally move animals weighing up to 50 pounds (i.e. through the shelter on leash or using other safe restraint and animal handling equipment, into and out of cages in the shelter, into and out of shelter vehicles). Must be able to modify schedule to meet the APL’s operational needs.

Our Core Values

Compassion - We are compassion in action. We believe every animal and person has value and worth and should be treated with respect, empathy, and kindness to support the human-animal bond.

Advocacy - We are a voice for animals, dedicated to lifesaving solutions that advance their quality of life, and promote their place in society.

Leadership – We act with integrity, creativity, duty to community, and have the courage to change. These are the driving forces that make us a leading animal welfare organization.

Innovation – We are devoted to pioneering new approaches to the evolving challenges animals face by developing ethical, humane solutions and working in partnership with the public and animal welfare community.

Community – We continually strive to be a diverse and inclusive team and believe we must all work together to best fulfill our vision.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

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