Animal Adoptions Associate - Animal Shelter

Humane Colorado•Denver, CO

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Provide assistance and adoption counseling to shelter patrons. Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
High attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Ability to effectively communicate and work within a team environment
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Valid drivers license with insurable driving record
General knowledge of companion animal breeds and animal welfare
Experience working with and handling animals in a shelter or similar environment
Experience providing high level of customer service
Bilingual speaking English and Spanish

Responsibilities

Deliver high-level customer service to the League’s patrons
Meet with potential adopters to gather and give information to assist in the process of adopting an animal
Review and complete adoption paperwork
Perform data entry to update animal records
Handle and move animals and facilitate the interaction between animals and patrons
Provide food, water and care for animals, including at least 2 holiday Animal Care shifts per calendar year
Clean and maintain adoption counsel rooms and areas
Contribute to and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures
Act as a resource for volunteers by answering questions, providing training and coaching in the moment, and addressing concerns
Perform euthanasia and related tasks