Volunteer - Animal Shelter

We are seeking passionate community members to support the City of Ballarat Animal Shelter through a volunteer program. Volunteers will work a 3.5‑hour shift on their rostered day. Roles and Responsibilities Donations, Laundry and Store Room Volunteer – Sort and register donations (toys, bedding, collars, leashes), maintain inventory, and manage washing and drying of items. Monday–Friday, 0800–1600. Administration Assist Volunteer – Support the front‑of‑house team with general administrative tasks, creation of adoption packs and pet profiles. Monday–Friday, 1100–1600. Dog Enrichment Volunteer – Walk dogs, play, clean dishes, and restock blankets and toys. Monday–Friday, 1100–1600. Cat Enrichment Volunteer – Brush cats, play, clean dishes, and restock blankets and toys. Monday–Friday, 1100–1600. About You Applicants should be available for a 3.5‑hour shift on a rostered day and meet the following essential criteria. Essential Criteria Prompt and reliable. Self‑motivated and able to work within a team. Excellent verbal communication skills. Exceptional customer service skills. Ability to work indoors and outdoors. Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or eligible visa holder. Willing to undertake training and development as required. Willing to undergo a Victorian Police Check and Working with Children’s Check (to be arranged through City of Ballarat). Desirable Criteria Experience working in an animal environment. Knowledge of companion animal behaviour and council community pet‑keeping requirements. Interest in community and animal awareness. We encourage applicants who value honesty, transparency, and inclusivity. City of Ballarat celebrates diversity and strives to create an inclusive, flexible workplace. We are a child‑safe organisation and all successful volunteers must hold relevant checks. To apply, submit a cover letter, current resume, and address the selection criteria. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working With Children Check and Police Check. Contact Tara Parada – , or call . Privacy Personal information collected during the volunteer application process is stored in Council’s Customer Database and will be used to communicate with Council and provide services. The City of Ballarat is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014, the Health Records Act 2001, and other applicable legislation. For more information, see Council’s Privacy Policy . #J-18808-Ljbffr