Adoptions & Lifesaving Specialist – NYC

Best Friends; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Pawternity leave

Job summary

Best Friends Animal Society in New York, NY is seeking an Animal Care and Adoptions Specialist to support lifesaving programs, manage adoptions, and provide essential animal care in our New York locations.

The role requires experience with cats and dogs, strong customer service, and the ability to work with volunteers and partner shelters. Weekend and holiday scheduling is common, with competitive benefits and a commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with cats and dogs required.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and perform daily physical tasks.
• Basic knowledge of medical and behavioral traits of dogs and cats.
• Fear Free certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote pet adoptions and provide post-adoption support.
• Assist adopters, fosters and transfer partners by gathering information to match them with appropriate animals.
• Work with volunteers on lifesaving care protocols and data entry.
• Maintain accurate data and recordkeeping to support lifesaving outcomes.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Teamwork

Bilingual

Tools

Microsoft Office

Animal management software

Job description

Best Friends Animal Society in New York, NY is seeking an Animal Care and Adoptions Specialist to support lifesaving programs, manage adoptions, and provide essential animal care in our New York locations.

The role requires experience with cats and dogs, strong customer service, and the ability to work with volunteers and partner shelters. Weekend and holiday scheduling is common, with competitive benefits and a commitment to compassionate care.