| Employer | Wisconsin Humane Society |
|---|---|
| Location | Kenosha, WI | Remote |
| Type | Part time |
| Apply by | Deadline not specified—Apply ASAP! |
| More details | https://www.jobsthathelp.com/job/wisconsin-humane-society-kenosha-wi-event-associate-apr-2025/?utm_s |
| Posted on | May 8, 2025 |
Description
The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring a part-time Event Associate – Kenosha & Racine Campuses to join our development and fundraising team. This position provides oversight and leadership for our third-party fundraising programs for our Kenosha and Racine Campuses, as well as Pet Walk Racine-Kenosha. This is a part-time, hybrid role at our Kenosha and Racine Campuses. The Event Associate reports to the Director of Special Events. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team, apply today!
Key Accountabilities
• Under the supervision of the Director of Special Events, lead the planning and implementation of the special events fundraising programs of the Wisconsin Humane Society, with primary focus on the Kenosha and Racine Counties.
• Serve as primary organizer and main point of contact for all Kenosha and Racine fundraising events, including relationship building and stewardship of participants, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers.
• Oversee the third-party fundraising program for Kenosha and Racine Campus.
• Coordinate event staff and volunteers.
• Participate as a member of the development team in planning and implementing the organization’s overall fundraising strategy and programs.
• Actively participate as a member of the events team, supporting other WHS events as needed.
Qualifications
• 1-3 years’ work experience in event coordination or fundraising required.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations in a professional manner in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and desire to create process improvement in all aspects of work.
• Experience managing volunteers preferred.
• Capable of accepting and completing tasks with minimal supervision in a highly self-motivated manner.
• Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach.
• Must be able to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work.
• Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Benefits
Full-time and part-time staff are eligible for the following benefits:
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 30% off adoption fees
• 30% off manners classes and behavior consultations
• 20% off youth programs
• Event discounts
• Animal Antics retail discounts
• Limited wellness/veterinary care services for companion animals
Deadline not specified—Apply ASAP!