PT Temp Community Outreach & Recruitment Assistant

Company : Pawsperity

Job Description - PT Temp Community Outreach & Recruitment Assistant

Temporary PT Community Outreach & Recruitment Assistant
M-F 25 hours per week
Assignment ends October 30, 2026
Wage: $16.00 + Mileage

Since 2016, Pawsperity has been helping uplift families from generational poverty through job training in the art of dog grooming. Pawsperity serves some of the community’s most vulnerable members, including individuals often coming from backgrounds of domestic violence, addiction, incarceration, and homelessness
Position Summary:
Pawsperity is seeking a dependable, mission-driven Community Outreach & Recruitment Assistant to support both community engagement and applicant recruitment efforts across the Kansas City metro area. This role serves as a critical bridge between community awareness and student enrollment, combining grassroots outreach with consistent applicant follow-up. The position engages businesses, community members, and prospective students, ensuring individuals are informed about Pawsperity’s programs and supported through the application process. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys interacting with people, working independently, and contributing to a cause that creates life-changing opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities
Community Outreach & Engagement

Conduct site-based canvassing across assigned Kansas City metro areas
Introduce Pawsperity’s mission, programs, and opportunities to local businesses and organizations
Distribute approved marketing materials, flyers, and informational resources
Represent Pawsperity professionally and positively in all community interactions
Support grassroots outreach efforts including flyering, tabling, and targeted campaigns

Applicant Outreach & Recruitment Support

Conduct follow-up outreach to prospective students, including those who are non-responsive or have missed appointments
Encourage participation in next steps such as shadowing, intake appointments, or enrollment activities
Communicate with applicants via phone, text, and email in a compassionate and consistent manner
Help ensure no applicant “falls through the cracks” by maintaining consistent engagement

Lead Generation, Tracking & Reporting

Collect contact information and relevant notes from community members and prospective students
Maintain accurate outreach logs and applicant tracking (e.g., Trello or similar systems)
Submit regular reports summarizing outreach activity, contacts made, and outcomes
Share insights, feedback, and potential leads with the Admissions & Recruitment team

Collaboration & Support

Work closely with the Admissions & Recruitment Officer to align outreach and enrollment efforts
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and campaign planning as requested
Support organizational goals related to enrollment, partnerships, and community engagement

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Comfortable initiating conversations with new people
Organized and detail-oriented with accurate documentation skills
Reliable transportation for travel within the Kansas City metro area
Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated

Preferred (Not Required)

Associate or bachelor’s degree
Experience in outreach, customer service, sales, or recruitment
Familiarity with CRM or tracking tools (e.g., Trello)
Familiarity with the Kansas City community

Core Competencies

Professionalism and positive representation of a mission-driven organization
Clear, confident, and compassionate communication
Persistence and consistency in follow-up
Initiative and ability to work independently
Strong organizational and tracking skills
Respect for diverse communities and trauma-informed engagement

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk several miles per shift
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to carry recruitment materials (up to 40–50 lbs)
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
Earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked
Professional development and hands-on experience in outreach and recruitment

Apply: Careers | Pawsperity

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