Adoption Specialist

City of Conroe • Conroe, TX

1d • $20

About The Position

The Animal Shelter Adoption Specialist is responsible for placing animals in adoptive homes via responsible matchmaking, counseling, and by providing exceptional customer service to prospective adopters. Adoption Specialists provide for the general care of shelter animals and the animal shelter facilities. Adoption Specialists are typically the first to assist shelter clients, potential adopters, and visitors. Specialists counsel guests about pet adoption and share information about our pet training and veterinary services.

Requirements

• Prior employment in a similar role or in animal welfare setting is preferred.
• Associates degree or higher from an accredited university.
• Previous experience in customer relations and front desk office management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and experience.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in handling multiple priorities and good time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to rapidly and accurately process information.

Nice To Haves

• Prior employment in a similar role or in animal welfare setting is preferred.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• paid time off
• free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree