Thank you for your interest in Volunteering at the Wisconsin Humane Society
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center!
Your next steps and what to expect:
Review available volunteer positions and shifts:
- Scroll down to view the list of available volunteer positions and open shifts.
- Note the ones you’re interested in and available for when you apply.
- The list updates frequently, so check back if needed.
- If you haven’t already, watch our Wildlife Volunteer Information Video, which covers our organization, volunteer requirements, and expectations.
Fill out the application:
- Click the orange “Fill in an application” button (upper right corner on desktop or in the "I would like to volunteer" section on mobile).
- Set up a username and password (keep them safe for future logins).
After you submit:
- You’ll receive an automatic confirmation email. If you don’t, check your spam/junk folder and mark it as safe.
- We’ll review your application and send you an email to schedule a phone interview.
Age guidelines:
- Volunteers need to be 18 years old to help in the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.
For any questions or assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for considering volunteering with the Wisconsin Humane Society!
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Jackie Kammers (she/her) Volunteer Coordinator, Milwaukee Campus Wisconsin Humane Society 414-431-6216 | jkammers@wihumane.org |
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Wildlife - Volunteer Admin Assistant
WILDLIFE VOLUNTEER ADMIN ASSISTANT
Our Wildlife Volunteer Admin Assistant provides aid with the daily administrative work and client service that is needed to support our work to help wildlife.
Duties
- Ability to answer the front desk doorbell in the Wildlife Gallery and our door phone.
- Ability to appropriately interact with clients and physically transport contained animals from the front area to the exam area.
- Check voicemail and record messages accurately.
- Check email and respond to email as requested by staff.
- Process donations and utilize credit card machine.
- Effectively utilize an Apple iPhone and be comfortable typing and texting responses as requested.
- Answer general client questions and seek additional support from staff as needed to address any concerns.
- Complete filing, data entry (outlook/excel) and other miscellaneous administrative tasks.
- Coordinate logistics for wildlife rescues and communicate appropriately with clients and volunteers.
Skills Needed
Volunteers must understand and be onboard with our client centered philosophy and approach; this includes approaching clients and situations without judgement. Volunteers must be committed to providing a welcoming environment for all clients and be capable of reading people and appropriately responding to both verbal and non-verbal communication to ensure a comfortable client experience for all. Volunteers must be enthusiastic, outgoing and detailed-oriented. Volunteers must understand that they may see sick, injured, and/or orphaned wildlife in extreme distress, and that euthanasia may be a possible outcome for the animal’s best interest. Volunteers must have the ability to follow directions, read, write and effectively communicate with staff, volunteers and clients. It is also imperative that volunteers are computers and smartphone savvy, as they will be using our copier, computer, database, smartphone, and POS system to ring up client donations. Volunteers will be privy to private, confidential client and animal information, and they must hold this information in confidence. The physical demands for this job include the following: standing, walking, sitting, writing, lifting, typing, texting, grasping, talking and hearing.
Open Shift Time(s):
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Saturdays from 8:30am-11:30am (Highest Need); 11:30am-2:30pm (2nd Highest Need); 2:30pm-4:30pm
Required Training
- Interview with Volunteer Coordinator
- One on One Training with staff
- People Centered Philosophy – Online Training
- MKE Volunteer Handbook & Waivers – Online Training
- Wildlife Volunteer & Intern Manual
Commitment/Age Requirement
Minimum of a 6 month commitment required or seasonal commitment for the summer
Must be 18 years old or older.
Mission Statement and Core Values
Mission Statement: To make a difference for animals and the people who love them.
People-Centered Philosophy Statement: We believe that people want the best for animals. We partner with people to fulfill our mission using a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach. Together we’re able to identify barriers and help bridge gaps that may exist for animals in our community.
Core Values: Compassion, Respect, Kindness, Positive Approach, Innovation, Professionalism, and Equity
Position Statements: WHS Position Statements
