Adoption Coordinator (P/T)

City of Woodward • Woodward, OK

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About The Position

The part-time Adoption Coordinator assists with maintaining the animal shelter and manages the flow of information, visitors, and phone calls. The role gathers and records information from visitors, rescues, adopters, and about animals; coordinates adoptions; and maintains related transaction records. It also supports animal care and facility upkeep, reports fees to the City Clerk’s office, and prepares reports and records on pound activities. Work is subject to periodic review and supervision by the Animal Control Supervisor. The employee may also perform other duties and assist other City departments as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of various breeds of domestic animals, their specific behaviors, and procedures for dealing with them and the public.
• Ability to learn local and state laws relative to animal control.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with irate or emotional individuals regarding pets, stray animals, and related matters.
• Verbal perception, motor coordination, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate fluently in English.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass background and drug/alcohol screenings.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds routinely and lift, push, pull, and carry objects of 100 pounds or more frequently.

Responsibilities

• Write reports and gather and record necessary information from visitors, rescues, adopters, and about animals.
• Interact professionally with customers and multitask.
• Learn State and City ordinances and provide public education.
• Help clean and maintain the Animal Control facility as needed.
• Feed, water, and care for impounded animals.
• Report fees to the City Clerk's office for licenses, violations, and adoptions, and maintain records of transactions.
• Coordinate adoptions and maintain records of transactions.
• Prepare and maintain daily, monthly, and annual reports and records on pound activities.
• Perform other duties and assist other City departments as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED