Animal Care & Adoption Specialist

Responsibilities

• Feeding - Ensure each animal receives the proper amount and type of food prescribed and always has fresh water (unless prohibited for a medical reason).
• Cleaning - Maintain a clean, comfortable environment for all animals with appropriate bedding. Properly disinfect areas and remove any fecal matter or debris.
• Infection control - Follow infection control procedures, wearing PPE when necessary.
• Socialization - Provide social contact and appropriate experiences for all animals and document interactions.
• Record Keeping - Log behaviors, eating habits, and any unusual occurrences, informing coworkers.
• General Housekeeping - Keep workstations and common areas clean and tidy.
• Laundry - Perform laundry as needed.
• Grooming - Ensure animals are clean, groomed, and healthy, including nail clipping and eye/ear cleaning. Bathe animals immediately if necessary.
• General Wellbeing - Report any signs of illness to the supervisor promptly.
• Exercise - Ensure animals receive daily exercise.
• Front Desk/Reception Area - Maintain cleanliness and tidiness.
• Miscellaneous - Assist with animal intake, report unsafe or broken equipment, and provide general support.

Adoptions

• Demonstrate excellent customer service with prospective adopters and clients, making them feel welcome and comfortable.
• Understand client needs and initiate the matchmaking process.
• Ensure new clients complete the adoption survey.
• Provide walk-throughs introducing potential adopters to resident animals.
• Be knowledgeable about animals' physical and behavioral attributes and educate adopters on responsible pet ownership.
• Converse with potential adopters to build rapport and gather relevant information.
• Supervise and mentor volunteers.

Specific Work Requirements

• Ability to walk, bend, stand, lift, reach, stoop, carry, push, and pull for at least 8 hours per day.
• Lift packages and large bags of food weighing 25-40 pounds, as well as bags of kitty litter up to 40 pounds.
• Lift large animals for grooming.
• Speak and hear sufficiently to understand the job.
• Write neatly and communicate with others.
• Have visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to restrain animals.
• Attend staff meetings and training classes.
• Able to understand the needs of the animals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year experience in animal care is preferred.

Skills

• Customer service skills
• Knowledge of animal care and behavior
• Physical stamina and strength
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans, including free options
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 403(b) with matching employer contributions
• Discount services and pet food
• Health Reimbursement Account

Pay

This position pays $19/hr.

Schedule

Full-time position.