Events Adoption Counselor
Events Adoption Counselor
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Job Description
Posting Date
04/04/25Application Deadline
04/09/25Pay Range
$19.75 hourlyThis position is parttime at 19 hours per week as it is funded through a grant and is contingent upon the availability of grant funds. Employment in this role is subject to the continuation of funding and may be discontinued if funding is reduced or eliminated. Continued employment is not guaranteed beyond the current grant period.
Job Type
Contractor (No Benefits)Department
Animal Care and ControlAbout the Position
Do you have a passion for connecting adopters with pets caring for animals and creating positive experiences for both people and pets
As a parttime contract Events Adoption Counselor you will play a vital role in matching animals with individuals looking to adopt while also providing care for animals at offsite PetSmart adoption events. Your responsibilities will include transporting animals conducting animal meetandgreets and facilitating a conversational adoption process through open and engaging dialogue. As a key advocate for our mission youll help identify the needs of potential adopters and guide them through the adoption journey.
This position is dedicated to increasing the number of dogs adopted from PetSmart locations improving adoption rates and reducing the length of stay for animals at MCACC. By achieving these goals the role helps reduce stress on the dogs and enhances their chances of finding a forever home. This position requires working both at the shelter and at local PetSmart locations during all scheduled hours.
Join us on the front lines of making a differenceconnecting the people and pets of Maricopa County and helping them find their perfect match!
About Us
Proud to Offer
Perform work with a greater purpose
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Exceptional worklife balance
Paid sick leave
Employee discounts for goods and services
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
Two years of experience in a retail or similar customer service role
One year of experience handling animals
High school diploma or GED
An equivalent combination of postsecondary education and/orjobrelated experience may substitute for therequired education on a yearforyear basis
We Also Value
Animal behavior certifications such as CPDTKA CBCCKA KPACTP CTC or equivalent
Experience performing dogtodog introductions or playgroups in a shelterlike environment
Experience leading or working directly with volunteers in an animal welfare setting
6 months or more performing dogtodog introductions or playgroups preferably in a shelter or rescue environment
Job Contributions
Conduct animal adoption meet and greets and review information and adoption materials with potential adopters
Greet and assist customers effectively address inquiries and provide accurate information all while maintaining a professional and helpful demeanor
Perform accurate data entry including adoption processing fee collection entering animal person and medical information and creating and updating animal bios and photos
Maintain a kennel floor presence and actively engage with the general public and the animals to facilitate matchmaking
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written skills including clear and effective communication with others (staff public volunteers) that is professional respectful and positive
Transport animals to and from offsite adoption locations
Ensure the adoption area is clean and tidy throughout the day by mopping floors cleaning kennels wiping surfaces in meet and greet and lobby areas and maintaining kennel signage/cards and play yards
Conduct additional animal handling as needed including restraint walking playgroups and other duties
Maintain and update adoption packet information and supplies to ensure new adopters have all appropriate documentation and resources needed for their new pet
Run reports and perform related duties. Provide support with kennel cleaning animal evaluations events enrichment and other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Fastpaced animal shelter environment with exposure to extreme and varying temperatures dogs and cats with unknown temperaments and behaviors excessive noise animal waste and fluids deceased animals cleaning chemicals and zoonotic diseases
Must be able to lift 50100 lbs. occasionally 1025 lbs. frequently or up to 1020 lbs. constantly
Must possess or have the ability to obtain by time of hire a valid Arizona drivers license with the ability to drive a 29 and 31 Vehicle
Required to handle animals and must complete animal handling training within 3 months of hire
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a preemployment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safetysensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
