Pet Adoptions Specialist - Matchmaking Shelter Pets

ARIZONA HUMANE SOCIETY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO program

Up to 8 paid holidays per year

401(k) with employer contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Discounts on veterinary services and  

Pet perks

Job summary

The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full-time Adoptions Specialist for our Papago Park Campus. This role involves creating online pet profiles, greeting adopters, and guiding them through kennels to match pets with lifestyles.

You will educate adopters on pet history and care needs, including medical and behavioral insights. You will work five 8-hour shifts, including weekends and evenings, with a focus on delivering a consistent, positive adoption experience and promoting supplies from our

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months to one year of prior work experience.
• Experience in customer service or animal welfare environment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required.
• Above-average clerical skills with ability to complete paperwork accurately.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate safe, humane animal handling in all conditions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain composure.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Create online pet profiles and generate interest in pets.
• Greet potential adopters and escort them through kennels to assist in matchmaking.
• Assist in the adoption process to provide a positive, consistent experience for adopters.
• Assess adopter needs and match them with pets based on lifestyle and pet history.
• Educate adopters about pet needs and recommend supplies in the retail store to start them off well.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Clerical skills

Animal handling

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full-time Adoptions Specialist for our Papago Park Campus. This role involves creating online pet profiles, greeting adopters, and guiding them through kennels to match pets with lifestyles.

You will educate adopters on pet history and care needs, including medical and behavioral insights. You will work five 8-hour shifts, including weekends and evenings, with a focus on delivering a consistent, positive adoption experience and promoting supplies from our