Cat Lounge & Community Operations Assistant

Pacific University; Forest Grove, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,909,000 - 2,719,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacific University in Forest Grove is seeking a student employee for the Paws and Pumpkin Rescue program. The role is off-campus at Paws and Pumpkins Rescue, paying $16.80 per hour, for the 2026-27 academic year.

Duties include maintaining the cat lounge and gift shop, assisting customers, and processing purchases and donations. The position emphasizes community engagement, animal care exposure, and responsible handling of funds.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Able to use checkout stand software.
• Experience with social media platforms.
• Experience working with animals, either volunteer or paid.
• Must use Google Drive software.

Responsibilities

• Keep the cat lounge and gift shop clean and sanitary.
• Interact with customers in person and virtually.
• Respond to community requests.
• Operate the checkout for purchases and donations.

Skills

Effective communication

Google Drive

Social media platforms

Customer service

Animal handling experience

Tools

Checkout software

Job description

Pacific University in Forest Grove is seeking a student employee for the Paws and Pumpkin Rescue program. The role is off-campus at Paws and Pumpkins Rescue, paying $16.80 per hour, for the 2026-27 academic year.

Duties include maintaining the cat lounge and gift shop, assisting customers, and processing purchases and donations. The position emphasizes community engagement, animal care exposure, and responsible handling of funds.