Compassionate Shelter Care & Adoption Specialist (PT)

Austin Pets Alive; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Perks Programs

Pet Insurance

Paid time off incentives

Job summary

Austin Pets Alive! is seeking a part-time Animal Care & Placement Specialist to support intake-to-placement programs at the PAWS Kyle location and Dripping Springs site. You will care for animals, assist adopters, and work closely with volunteers to ensure smooth shelter operations.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, customer service, and teamwork, with shifting weekend and evening hours as needed to meet shelter goals.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal welfare and shelter work.
• Ability to work with volunteers and visitors in a team-based setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Care for cats and dogs according to shelter protocols.
• Assist adopters with matching pets and information.
• Process applications, paperwork, and fees per SOPs.
• Collaborate with volunteers to support daily shelter tasks.
• Promote adoptable animals through in-person and social channels.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming shelter environment.

Skills

Animal care

Customer service

Volunteer coordination

Job description

Austin Pets Alive! is seeking a part-time Animal Care & Placement Specialist to support intake-to-placement programs at the PAWS Kyle location and Dripping Springs site. You will care for animals, assist adopters, and work closely with volunteers to ensure smooth shelter operations.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, customer service, and teamwork, with shifting weekend and evening hours as needed to meet shelter goals.