Animal Foster Counselor - Shelter Support

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) seeks a part-time Foster Counselor to join the Traditional Foster Team. You will work with Pima County residents to place dogs and cats into suitable foster homes, providing notes on each animal’s progress and coordinating follow-ups.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, animal welfare advocacy, and collaboration with the shelter team. Expect non-traditional hours including mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; substitution with relevant education may be considered.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience preferred; experience in animal shelter or care setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Place dogs and cats into suitable foster homes and provide follow-up support.
• Provide humane care and safe handling of animals in foster settings.
• Deliver excellent customer service to residents and volunteers, guiding intake and placement decisions.
• Assist with enrichment, behavioral evaluations, and foster meet-and-greets.
• Maintain documentation of animal history, notes, and foster outcomes.
• Follow health protocols, administer vaccines/medications under supervision, and report health concerns.
• Work non-traditional hours including mornings, evenings, weekends; at least three days per week with one weekend day.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Animal handling & care awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) seeks a part-time Foster Counselor to join the Traditional Foster Team. You will work with Pima County residents to place dogs and cats into suitable foster homes, providing notes on each animal’s progress and coordinating follow-ups.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, animal welfare advocacy, and collaboration with the shelter team. Expect non-traditional hours including mornings, evenings, and weekends.