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Adoption/Foster SpecialistSt Louis County • Olivette, MO, United States
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Adoption/Foster Specialist

Adoption/Foster Specialist

St Louis County • Olivette, MO, United States
9 days ago
Salary
$16.80 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

St. Louis County Department of Public Health is hiring an Adoption Specialist. The Adoption Specialist will work extensively with the general public to ensure proper placement of the animals in our care. The shelter is open 7 days a week; some weekends will be required. The typical starting salary is $16.80–$20.16 per hour depending on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and budgetary considerations. We also offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. Responsibilities Administer animal adoption processes to achieve animal placement. Assist all visitors, staff, and volunteers with animal intake and adoption procedures to ensure positive interactions for animal well‑being. Provide education and support to customers before and after adoption. Care for animals in an animal shelter, including providing food, water, exercise, and human interaction according to defined guidelines. Adapt practices to ensure the most current approaches to animal health and welfare are implemented. Utilize various software applications to perform word processing, data entry, and spreadsheet functions. Oversee the placement of animals needing foster care and coordinate their return for surgery, treatment, and/or adoption. Serve as primary contact for foster volunteers, recruit and support new foster families, and share resources available to fosters. Work closely with other team members to identify animals needing foster homes and support their medical and behavioral needs. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, preferably with at least two years of experience in animal welfare and extensive customer service experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status, or political affiliation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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