Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS) is seeking an experienced Volunteer Coordinator to join our team in Calgary!

At Pacific Assistance Dogs

Society (PADS), we’re dedicated to changing lives, one dog at a time. We’re looking for a passionate and skilled individual to join us as Volunteer Coordinator, helping us fulfill our mission of providing assistance dogs to our waiting clients. We approach challenges with a growth mindset, striving for improvement and innovation. As a Volunteer Coordinator, you’ll embody PADS’ core values, including a commitment to compassion, transparency, and the ethical treatment of dogs.

The Volunteer

Coordinator (AB) supports the Senior Manager, Volunteers by recruiting, onboarding, coordinating, and stewarding PADS volunteers in Calgary. Working closely with the Fundraising, Communications and Programs teams, both in Calgary and organization-wide, this role ensures that staff, volunteers and prospective volunteers in Calgary are supported now and as we grow our community. Answer queries from members of the public who are interested in volunteering (in person, by phone, or by email) Give presentations for organizations and businesses whose values align with PADS and whose members may be interested in volunteering Host regular information sessions, in collaboration with PADS long-term volunteers Monitor and respond to any Calgary-specific social media groups regarding volunteering Conduct home visits for applicants considering dog-handling roles Deliver orientation sessions for new volunteers, including facility orientation and orientation specific to their volunteer role Communicate organizational news and upcoming events to Calgary volunteer base via appropriate channels With the Senior Manager, Volunteers develop role descriptions for Calgary based volunteers and with the Manager, Fundraising (AB),



develop fundraising or event specific role descriptions Manage volunteer puppy sitter requests and make puppy and dog sitting arrangements for Calgary as part of the Volunteer Services Sitting Team Track all volunteer activity, communication and stewardship in the CRM Liaise with and support other Calgary staff, including training staff regarding volunteer performance management; Organize and support logistics of volunteer Town Halls (in-person and online) Participate in all-staff meetings, training opportunities and other organization-wide initiatives Experience working with and around dogs preferred ~ Ability to travel occasionally to other PADS locations (Okanagan and Metro Vancouver) EDUCATIONAL & TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS Post-secondary education including volunteer management, volunteer resource management, volunteer administration, or other related field Minimum of a class 5 Alberta drivers’ license Experience with Salesforce or similar CRMs considered an asset Occasionally lifting of loads up to 50lbs as we set up outreach booths and have a presence at community events Standard office environment Hybrid and in-office work setting Occasional evening or weekend work may be required Use of computer monitors is required Frequent interactions and physical contact with dogs and puppies Interactions with the public Employment Type: Full-time Based at our Calgary Campus in a standard office setting, hybrid work a possibility.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, with the occasional additional evenings and weekends. A benefits package is available after the 3-month probation period. We serve communities that are greater and stronger because of their diversity. We invite you to bring your whole self to our team, helping us to change lives, one dog—and person—at a time. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. The position is available immediately. #

📌 Volunteer Coordinator, Calgary AB
🏢 Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS)
📍 Calgary