Pet Resource Specialist

Are you passionate about animal welfare and community service? As a Full-Time Pet Resource Specialist at Maui Humane Society, you’ll play a pivotal role in connecting pets with loving homes while supporting pet owners in the community. This onsite position offers you the chance to work closely with a dedicated team who shares your compassion and commitment to making a difference.

With a competitive pay rate starting at $19 / hour, you will engage with enthusiastic animal lovers and utilize your skills to create impactful connections. Join us in fostering a culture that values integrity and collaboration and be part of a mission that truly matters.

You can enjoy great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of animals and their owners!

Maui Humane Society : Our Mission

Maui Humane Society is an open-air animal shelter for cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, and other animals in need of safe shelter. We are the island’s only open-admission animal shelter, providing veterinary and routine care and helping surrendered animals find a new home. We also provide humane law enforcement services, humane education and outreach and low-cost spay and neuter surgeries. Our team culture is creative, fast-paced, and collaborative and we are seeking problem-solvers who love animals and have great customer service skills. Our team adores people with can-do attitudes and friendly smiles who love people as much as animals. We approach every person and animal as an individual and pride ourselves on being a place where our employees love to come to work! Our employees are trained in Fear-Free animal handling.

Are you excited about this Pet Resource Specialist job?

Join the Maui Humane Society as a Pet Resource & Intake Specialist and make a meaningful impact every day by reuniting pets with their families and empowering our community. In this fast-paced and dynamic role, you will work alongside fellow animal lovers who thrive in active environments. Your key responsibilities will include guiding the public with compassion, researching lost pet information for reunifications, and managing customer communications through calls and emails. We seek individuals with a passion for animal welfare, outstanding customer service skills, and the ability to thrive in challenging situations.

With full-time availability, including some weekends and early evenings, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that prioritizes integrity and collaboration. Enjoy unique animal handling and shelter experiences while working in a supportive community that genuinely cares for animals and their humans. Embrace this opportunity and help us create a better world for pets and their families!

Requirements for this Pet Resource Specialist job

To succeed as a Pet Resource & Intake Specialist at Maui Humane Society, a diverse skill set is essential.  The role demands multitasking capability and adaptability, allowing quick transitions between various tasks.

A general knowledge of pet behavior and care is vital, as is the ability to handle a variety of animals safely and responsibly. Computer competency is necessary, with experience in Google Drive, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, social media, and internet navigation. Excellent verbal communication skills are a must, along with the ability to follow detailed instructions.

A positive attitude and a commitment to treating animals humanely are crucial. Additional qualifications such as a background in animal welfare or animal behavior experience would greatly enhance success in this rewarding role. Join us in making a real difference!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are :

Qualification Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications :

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Prior experience in customer service or hospitality field. Demonstrable public relations and customer service skills.
• Must be able to multitask, be a quick learner and transition between various tasks as needed.

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Additional Qualifications that would benefit this position :

Will you join our team?

We offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today!

Maui Humane Society does perform a background check on all applicants receiving an offer.

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