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Posting Date 04/04/25
Application Deadline 04/09/25
Pay Range $19.75 hourly
This position is part-time 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 Control
About 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 part-time 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 meet-and-greets, and facilitating a conversational adoption process through open and engaging dialogue. As a key advocate for our mission, you'll 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 difference-connecting the people and pets of Maricopa County and helping them find their perfect match! About Us Maricopa County Animal Care & Control employees are committed to animal welfare and strengthening the human-animal bond in our community, and we are always looking to add talented individuals to our team, either at our West or East Valley Animal Care Centers. As one of the nation's largest open-admission shelters, we work with our community to serve the animals and people of Maricopa County. Our adoptions, shelter, clinic, and animal services officer teams learn firsthand about proper care of homeless and stray animals and work hard to help find them new homes. Proud to Offer
Perform work with a greater purpose Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Exceptional work-life 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 post-secondary education and/orjob-related experience may substitute for therequired education on a year-for-year basis
We Also Value
Animal behavior certifications such as CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, KPA-CTP, CTC or equivalent Experience performing dog-to-dog introductions or playgroups in a shelter-like environment Experience leading or working directly with volunteers in an animal welfare setting 6 months or more performing dog-to-dog 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 off-site 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
Fast-paced 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 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly Must possess, or have the ability to obtain by time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's 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 pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
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Maricopa County
sick time
Apr 04, 2025