Adoption Specialist

Posting number: 202610745

Department: POLICE

Division: ANIMAL SERVICES

Job classification: Animal Services Specialist /B22

Posting type: Open

Categories: Animal Services

Are you passionate about animals and seeking to make a larger impact in their lives? Do you want to help homeless animals find forever homes? The Prince William County Animal Services Bureau is seeking an Adoption Specialist to join our staff and provide excellent customer service. Our most successful specialists thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven, self-motivated, and organized. They are a positive representation of PWC Animal Services’ core values and show a true dedication towards helping both animals and people.

Come join a team that values providing the best customer service, both for pets and the residents of this county.

About This Role: 

The Adoption Specialist is responsible for the care and cleaning of adoption animals. Once open to the public, they will be the primary liaison/counselor to potential adopters, assisting with adoption counseling, visitation, and adoption processing. They will be responsible for familiarity with the animals, their behaviors and needs, that are available for adoption; to best guide potential adopters in the search for a new pet.  Adoption processing requires the processing and tracking of monetary transactions. The specialist will also be involved in the writing of adoption profiles and media content creation for marketing of adoption animals.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or G.E.D., and 1 year of experience in an animal shelter or companion animal handling/husbandry related experience. 

Preferences:

• Experience with:

• • Utilizing database software
  • Customer service
  • Companion animal handling skills
  • Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
  • Experience in reconciling cash register

• Knowledge of companion animal medical conditions and behaviors

• Knowledge of Virginia and Prince William County Animal Laws

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License

• Must be able to lift 50lbs

• Availability to work a rotating schedule, including holidays and weekends

Work Schedule:

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with an initial schedule rotation of 4 - 10 Hour days/ week, subject to review to meet program needs. The successful candidate’s schedule will include regular weekend and holiday work. This position is considered to be essential personnel for holidays or county closures and may be subject to emergency response requirements for bureau needs.

Starting Salary Range:

$29.06 - $34.19 per hour

We also offer great benefits, including:

1. Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
2. 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans  
3. Paid Annual Leave
4. Paid Personal Leave 
5. Paid Sick Leave
6. Paid Holidays
7. Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans  
8. Optional Group Life Insurance
9. An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
10. Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please click here: PSLF.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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