Pet Adoptions & Care Specialist

The Anti-Cruelty Society; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for Adoptions. This Non-Exempt role focuses on compassionate animal handling, adoption support, and daily shelter tasks within the Main Shelter environment.

You will assist visitors, conduct meet-and-greets, complete adoptions, and participate in off-site events while upholding the PETS culture and teamwork. Weekend and holiday availability required.

Qualifications

• Must have customer service experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills, written and oral.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Teamwork and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the PETS work culture agreement through Praise, Engagement, Trust, and Support.
• Engage in continued education in animal care
• Guide and train Associates when needed.
• Be well versed in Animal Care Associate position.
• Provide daily cleaning, feeding, and husbandry tasks as required
• Assists guests and potential adopters with meeting animals
• Matchmake to support Open Adoptions
• Complete adoptions for all species of animals that are placeable through Anti-Cruelty's adoption center
• Support and manage off-site Adoption Events
• Conduct follow up calls or emails with adopters as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team player

Punctual

Empathy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for Adoptions. This Non-Exempt role focuses on compassionate animal handling, adoption support, and daily shelter tasks within the Main Shelter environment.

You will assist visitors, conduct meet-and-greets, complete adoptions, and participate in off-site events while upholding the PETS culture and teamwork. Weekend and holiday availability required.