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Published 10/6/25 7:27PM

Adoption Greeter

SPCA of Texas
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Dallas, TX
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    4 hours a month (2 hours every other week)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    200
    Cost:
    Fee Required: $15
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Community Development
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    10+
    Other Requirements:
    Anyone under 15 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is at least 18 years old.

    Description

    Adoption Greeter

    Do you love connecting with people and sharing your enthusiasm for animals? Become one of our Adoption Greeters!

    In this role, you’ll be the first friendly face visitors see as they enter our adoption center, helping to create a welcoming and engaging experience for everyone. Our Adoption Greeters are responsible for greeting each guest, answering basic questions, and sharing the many ways our organization supports the community.

    Key Expectations:

    • A Friendly, Positive Attitude: Adoption greeters should enjoy talking to people and making them feel welcome.
    • Basic Knowledge of SPCA of Texas Services: Learn about the services we provide so you can inform community members on how we support pet adoption, foster care, and animal welfare.
    • Comfort with Shelter Operations: Familiarize yourself with our layout, basic adoption procedures, and other resources.
    • Passion for Helping Animals: Enthusiasm for helping animals find loving homes and for promoting our mission.

    Shift Availability:

    • Shifts are available Sunday-Monday from 12PM-3PM or 3PM-6PM.

    To apply, please fill out our volunteer application on our website (we will email the application to you once you express interest) and mention "Adoption Greeting" in your application!

    2 shifts available:

    • 12:00 to 15:00 CST
    • 15:00 to 18:00 CST

    Location

    On-site

    SPCA of Texas - Dallas Animal Care Center

    2400 Lone Store, Dallas, Texas, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please visit our website to submit a volunteer application or contact our Talent Recruiter for more information.

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