Foster Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

About us
The Humane Society of Central Texas is a nonprofit in Waco working to save animals’ lives and connect them with loving homes. Our foster program is the heart of what we do. We don’t run a shelter, so dogs and cats live with volunteer foster families until they’re adopted. The program is growing fast: we have more than 80 animals in foster care today and a waiting list of people ready to foster.

About the role
We’re looking for an organized, people-focused Foster Coordinator to run the program day to day. You’ll match animals with the right foster homes, support our volunteers, and track each animal from intake to adoption. If you love animals and are good at keeping lots of moving pieces on track, we’d love to meet you.

What you’ll do

• Match dogs and cats with foster homes based on each animal’s needs and each foster’s experience

• Schedule intakes, transfers, vet visits and adoption events

• Be the main contact for foster volunteers, answering questions, checking in and making sure they feel supported

• Review foster applications, manage the waiting list and lead new foster orientations

• Coordinate medical and behavioral care with our veterinary partners

• Keep accurate records

• Track program spending and help with foster-related fundraising and supply drives

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years of experience in animal welfare, rescue, volunteer coordination or program coordination

• Strong organization skills and the ability to juggle many cases at once

• Friendly, clear communication by phone, email and in person

• Comfortable with spreadsheets and database software (experience with Shelterluv or similar is a plus)

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

• High school diploma or equivalent; a related degree is a plus

• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Work environment

• A mix of office work and time in the community: foster homes, veterinary clinics and adoption events

• Regular hands-on work with dogs and cats

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Some evenings and weekends for events and urgent placements

Pay and benefits

• $20.00 to $22.00 per hour, depending on experience

• Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Employer-paid health insurance contribution

• The chance to make a direct, visible difference for animals in Central Texas