Let your career SOAR with Wildlife Rescue!

Are you interested in being part of a PURPOSE-DRIVEN team with a passion for animals and wildlife?

Do you want to join a fast-growing organization making a big impact in BC?

We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join our team.

Position Profile

The Volunteer Coordinator plays a key role in building and sustaining our volunteer program. This position is responsible for supervising, recruiting, onboarding, training, and appreciating volunteers, ensuring they have the skills and support needed to help us achieve our mission. Working closely with the Volunteer Program Manager, the coordinator helps drive operational goals and strengthen the program, while supporting staff with the talent and resources they need to succeed. Additionally, the coordinator will play a role in fostering an inclusive and motivating environment for our community.

Position Type

40hours per week, permanent, in-person at our Burnaby location.

Compensation

$21.00- $24.00 per hour, depending on experience and expertise.

Start date

July 20, 2026 – anticipated

Who YOU are

You are passionate about volunteerism and excited to help grow and develop a dynamic, multifaceted program. You are a skilled relationship builder who understands the importance of fostering genuine connections with volunteers, keeping them engages and inspired year after year. You embrace innovation and bring fresh ideas to a mission-driven organization that lives its values every day.

Who WE are

Established in 1979, the Wildlife Rescue Association of BC is a leader in wildlife rehabilitation and is committed to educating the public about peaceful coexistence with wildlife. Based in Burnaby, BC, we are Western Canada’s busiest wildlife rehabilitation centre, admitting over 5,000 animal patients each year.

The Wildlife Rescue Association of BC is located on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh speaking peoples. We are grateful for the opportunity to be on this beautiful, shared territory.

Our Volunteer Program

Our Volunteer Program currently supports around 200 active volunteers who contribute over 17,000 hours per year across a wide range of roles including animal care, helpline, admissions, videography, photography, communications, outreach, and more.

The Volunteer Program is a dynamic, boots-on-the-ground operation that runs 365 days a year with seasonally adapting hours of operations.

Employee Perks and Benefits:

• Professional development funding and opportunities for career growth
• Starting paid vacation of 3 weeks
• A competitive extended medical and dental benefits plan, which includes:
  
  • Teladoc medical services
  • Employee Life Insurance
  • Travel protection outside of Canada
  • Access to paramedical services (counselling, chiropractic, massage therapy, and more).

Highlight of Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-say operations of a busy non-profit organization
• Respond to inquiries from prospective and current volunteers
• Maintain and manage an up-to-date volunteer database (Better Impact)
• Create and update Standard Operating Procedures and program materials
• Develop and implement strategies to improve volunteer engagement, recognition and retention
• Manage and update volunteer schedules
• Gather and monitor volunteer feedback to drive program growth
• Serve as a member of the Health and Safety Committee
• Collaborate with the volunteer program team and other departments to improve processes and support ongoing projects.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• Customer service or public facing experience
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to motivate and work with a diverse group of people
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of Better Impact is an asset
• Personal experience with volunteering and an appreciation for its importance
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as required

We are seeking the right fit for our team and encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Please Note

All candidates must be willing to obtain a criminal record check in accordance with policy.

WRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact us at recruitment@wildliferescue.ca.

To Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single PDF using our online form.

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019f1adaa2ee7808a13ad18f756ac5ba

If you have any questions, please contact us at recruitment@wildliferescue.ca.

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