Skills required
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Reliable and comfortable leading in-person volunteer teams. HLH coordinator approval, role orientation and confirmed event assignment required before acting as lead.
Adoption Event Lead
Ongoing; event dates agreed individually
Help make Hope Lives Here adoption events welcoming, safe and organized! We're recruiting a dependable volunteer to lead assigned in-person adoption events and support our event team. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Coordinate setup, volunteer direction, visitor flow and event wrap-up. - Follow confirmed HLH procedures and event details. - Support respectful animal and adopter interactions within assigned duties, and flag questions or concerns to the animal/event coordinator. - Help the team stay organized and on time. GOOD FIT You're reliable, organized and comfortable leading volunteers and speaking with visitors. Event leadership or animal-rescue experience is helpful. HLH coordinator approval is required before taking responsibility for an event. WHEN & WHERE Ongoing opportunities at scheduled adoption events around Edmonton. First planned lead handoff: PetSmart National Adoption Week, October 19–25, 2026. Exact dates, times and duties are confirmed before each assignment. APPLY Use https://form.jotform.ca/70894633687270 . Select "Event Day Volunteer" and mention "Adoption Event Lead" and your event experience and availability in the application. Help give rescued cats and dogs their best chance to meet a loving family!
Additional Details & Skills Required
This role may involve direct animal contact. Follow HLH handling, adoption and event instructions. Do not make independent animal-placement or medical decisions.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Gain experience leading community events, meet fellow animal lovers and help create safe, welcoming adoption days where rescued animals can meet potential families.
Skills required
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Reliable and comfortable leading in-person volunteer teams. HLH coordinator approval, role orientation and confirmed event assignment required before acting as lead.