Adoption Specialist

Purpose

The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full-time Adoptions Specialist to join their team at the Sunnyslope Campus.

About the Role

Work Thursday through Monday, 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM. If you are a motivated experience maker passionate about matching shelter pets to potential adopters, enjoy working on your feet and staying active while executing excellent care, please continue to read more now!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks

Job Requirements

• High school diploma / GED
• Six months to one-year prior work experience
• Experience in customer service or animal welfare environment preferred
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Above-average clerical skills with the ability to complete paperwork accurately
• Ability to learn and demonstrate how to handle animals safely and humanely in all conditions
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including weekends and evenings

A Day in the Life

At the Arizona Humane Society, our Adoption Specialists are experience makers! From creating online pet profiles to drumming up interest in the pet to greeting our potential adopters and escorting them through our kennels to assisting in the matchmaking adoption process, they aim to provide a consistent, positive, and excellent experience every time! In this role, you will effectively assess the needs of potential adopters and match them with pets most suited for their lifestyle and preferences while educating them on their chosen pet(s) known history including all medical and behavioral insights we have acquired during their time in the shelter. Ensuring the adopter is educated about the pet's needs, including the recommendation of supplies in our retail store to start them out on the right foot is also an essential part of this role.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reaching with hands and arms, climbing stairs, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to dust, heat, cold, and temperature changes; occasional wet floors, and animal noises, odors, and dander

Employee Values

All AHS employees are expected to uphold the values of Innovation, Compassion, and Excellence.

Additional Information

• The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program
• Pre-employment background check is required