Nonprofit
Published 2/20/26 5:13PM

Intake Coordinator (Remote, Dog & Cat Rescue)

Remote, Volunteer must be in United States
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Approximately 2–4 hours per week. Flexible scheduling within 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Pacific Time. Work is completed remotely.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must agree to and sign the organization’s volunteer agreement and confidentiality/disclosure policy, and adhere to all rescue policies and procedures.

    Description

    We are seeking an Intake Coordinator to support the front end of the rescue and adoption process. This role involves reviewing initial inquiries and applications, conducting initial phone screenings with potential adopters or partners, and coordinating next steps with the rescue team.

    This is an ongoing, remote role requiring approximately 2–4 hours per week. Prior experience working with animals in a rescue, shelter, or animal welfare setting is required. Reliability and follow-through are essential, as this role supports time-sensitive intake decisions.

    Volunteers must have access to their own working phone and a computer with reliable internet access. Equipment and internet service are not provided by the rescue.

    Phone screenings must be conducted within reasonable daytime hours; volunteers must have general availability between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM Pacific Time to make and receive intake calls.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in United States
    Associated Location
    San Jose, CA, USA

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    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest. Please review the role description carefully before applying. This is an ongoing, remote volunteer role requiring consistent follow-through. Prior experience working with animals in a rescue, shelter, or animal welfare setting is required. Volunteers must have access to their own working phone and a computer with reliable internet access. Equipment and internet service are not provided by the rescue. Intake phone calls are conducted during daytime hours, and volunteers must have general availability between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM Pacific Time.

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