Shelter Engagement Specialist — Lifesaving Programs

Best Friends Animal Society; Conway (AR); Remote; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Best Friends Animal Society in Arkansas is seeking a Shelter Engagement Specialist to front-line lifesaving by supporting priority shelters and enhancing their programs.

You will build relationships, provide coaching, and travel to shelters across Northwest Arkansas to evaluate needs and transport pets when needed. This role supports no-kill outcomes and engages with volunteers and shelter staff daily.

Qualifications

• Experience working in animal shelters is required.
• Ability to identify medical and behavioral characteristics of dogs and cats.
• Ability to work in a no-kill environment and support shelter staff.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate kindness and the Golden Rule in daily actions with staff, volunteers, and animals.
• Build relationships with shelters and provide consultative guidance on lifesaving programs.
• Travel to shelters to evaluate needs and placements for dogs and cats within Arkansas.
• Support partner shelters by guiding operations and lifesaving practices to no-kill goals.
• Deliver superior customer service to shelters and partners, and maintain program resources.

Skills

Shelter experience

Dog & cat knowledge

Travel readiness

Team leadership

Bilingual (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Shelter management software

Job description

Best Friends Animal Society in Arkansas is seeking a Shelter Engagement Specialist to front-line lifesaving by supporting priority shelters and enhancing their programs.

You will build relationships, provide coaching, and travel to shelters across Northwest Arkansas to evaluate needs and transport pets when needed. This role supports no-kill outcomes and engages with volunteers and shelter staff daily.