Pet Adoption & Client Specialist Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Pet Adoption & Client Specialist 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 1348 Parker Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208 The Role The Adoption & Client Specialist plays a vital role in connecting animals in need of homes with loving families and responding to general inquiries via phone, email and in-person. This position involves working closely with both animals and potential adopters to facilitate successful adoptions. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for animal welfare and the ability to communicate effectively about the needs and characteristics of various animals. It is also expected that someone in this role will be compassionate, respectful and inclusive. For this role, we are looking for someone to work 4, 10-hour shifts per week; Sunday-Tuesday & Thursday.

Qualifications Preferred:

six months to one-year animal related experience and/or training Knowledge of veterinary practices or experience as a veterinary assistant is beneficial Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with potential adopters and team members Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a compassionate demeanor towards both animals and people A commitment to promoting animal welfare and responsible pet ownership Must be comfortable interacting with dogs and cats and have the ability to walk large dogs Computer literate in a Windows environment; Microsoft 365 Applications Must have a reliable mode of transportation Benefits We not only offer $17 an hour for this position, but also a comprehensive benefits package for full-time staff, such as: Medical Insurance Covered at 98% Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with 4% Match 100% Company Covered Short Term Disability & Life Insurance Medical & Dependent Care FSA Employee Assistance Program that Includes Free Mental Health Care, Legal & Financial Help Professional Development Assistance & Opportunities for Growth Student Loan Assistance (PSLF) PTO starting at 3 weeks

Holiday & Birthday PTO Paid Sabbatical Leave Paid Parental Leave Paid Bereavement Leave Paid Pet Bereavement Leave Organization Program Discounts Pet Discounts Including:

Medical/Wellness Care including Flea/Tick and Heartworm Preventative Dog Training Retail Center & Pet Adoption Pet Insurance with MetLife Pet Food through Hill’s VIP & Royal Canin About HSC HSC has been around for over 46 years, and we’re thrilled to have moved into a more updated facility where we can offer more comprehensive services to our community. HSC does not only exist to champion the wellbeing of animals, but we are here to play a big role in our community by helping those who know, love and need our furry companions. In 2024 we adopted 3,671 animals and are continuing to break adoption records each year! Join Us! Come join our team of amazing professionals that are truly making a difference in the lives of animals and families in our community. Please visit our careers webpage, https://humanesocietyofcharlotte/careers/, for a full, detailed job description as well as additional information on our culture and organization. We look forward to hearing from you! HSC is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and compassion. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. HSC also accepts employees with a criminal background however, employees are accepted based on their charges and the nature of the position. We are unable to accept those with sex offender or animal abuse/neglect charges.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Bereavement leave Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Loan forgiveness Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift No nights Weekends as needed People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person