Adoptions Coordinator

Florence County SC

Effingham (IL)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 46,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

South Carolina Retirement System

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Onsite Employee Health Clinic

Onsite Employee Workout Facility

Tuition Reimbursement Program

South Carolina Deferred Compensation

Job summary

Florence County is seeking an Adoptions Coordinator to promote positive outcomes for onsite adoptable animals through websites, social media, and events. You will organize adoption events and coordinate with supervisors to ensure animals are properly evaluated for placement.

Responsibilities include conducting health and behavioral evaluations, assisting the public with adoptions, and transporting animals for care and rescue collaborations. Some after-hours work is required.

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Professional experience working with animals preferred.
Requires S.C. Driver's license.
Must obtain Humane Euthanasia certification within one year of hire.
Must obtain a category 8 Pesticide Applicator within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Promotes adoptable animals via promotions on websites, social media, and at events.
Organizes on-site and off-site adoption events.
Coordinates with Operations Superintendent and Clinical Tech Supervisor for animal evaluation.
Conducts facility walkthroughs to monitor animal health and behavior.
Greets the public and assists with pet reclamation and adoptions.

Skills

Driver's license

Animal care experience

Education

High school diploma

Humane Euthanasia certification

Category 8 Pesticide Applicator

Job description

Job Description

The Adoptions Coordinator is responsible for promoting positive outcomes for onsite adoptable animals through promotions on websites, social media, and onsite/offsite adoption events.

Essential Functions

Builds and maintains accurate promotions and media compaigns of our adoptable animals on various social media and adoptions websites, such as Tik Tok, Instagram, Petfinder, Facebook etc.
Organizes and manages on-site and off-site adoption events.
Coordinates with Operations Superintendent and Clinical Tech Supervisor to ensure adoptable animals have been properly evaluated for placement.
Conducts regular walk-throughs of the facility to observe, evaluate, and report any abnormal conditions or behaviors of the animals.
Greets and assists the public in reclamation of pets and potential adoptions.
Intake animals from the public and assist intaking animals from officers.
Performs behavioral and health evaluations of all animals in the facility.
Cleans and sanitizes kennels, provides fresh water, and feeds animals as needed.
Administers medications, vaccinations, and treatments as directed.
Maintains accurate medical records and documentation of all healthcare provided to animals.
Assist team members when needed to ensure efficiency and productivity with all programs such as Adoption, Rescue, and our TNR program.
Works after hours and weekends as assigned, including during on-call rotations and scheduled events.
Monitor supply inventories and alerts supervisor of low stocks.
Transports animals to and from, rescue agencies, veterinarian offices, and clinics.
Performs and assists with humane euthanasia, following proper procedures and adherence to protocols.
Supervises inmates in their daily activities, ensuring safety and adherence to protocols.
Evaluates and recommends animals for potential adoption.
Interacts professionally with the public, co-workers, inmates, rescue groups, veterinarians, and adoption partners.
Operate equipment to spray for mosquitos when needed.

Non-Essential Functions

Take and uploads photos and videos of adoptable animals to websites and social media platforms.
Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, data entry and the ability to quickly learn and utilize new software systems.
Attend training sessions, classes and conferences as required to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.
Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

Requires a high school diploma, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Professional experience working with animals preferred.
Requires S.C. Driver's license.
Must obtain Humane Euthanasia certification within one year of hire.
Must obtain a category 8 Pesticide Applicator within one year of hire.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequently required to perform basic physical activities and communicate effectively to carry out essential job duties.
Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 60 lb. objects regularly.
Correctable vision sufficient to read monitors, labels, and drive safely.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits