We are currently looking for a full-time adoption counselor to help in our fast paced adoption lobby matching dogs and cats with their new families. We do around 2,500 adoptions a year and are open 7 days a week. At least one weekend shift will be required. Shifts are 10am-7pm 5 days a week
Our ideal candidate has 1-2 years of forward facing customer service experience, enjoys a fast paced work environment and is an organized go-getter who loves animals AND people. Previous hands on animal experience is not required. Bilingual Spanish/English is a huge plus.
Who we are
AHS is Austin's oldest no-kill non-profit animal shelter, in operation since 1952. We perform over 8,000 spay/neuters each year and re-home about 4,000 dogs and cats a year. Our veterinary technicians ensure all pets in the adoption program are provided high-quality medical care and are spay/neutered during their stay with AHS.
Who you are
- Organized and love fast-paced work
- Friendly, cooperative, and driven to succeed under pressure
- Self motivated, solution oriented, and takes initiative on projects and to do lists
- Team player and eager to learn, support, and teach other
Values
- Adaptability
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Growth
Additional perks for joining the AHS family:
- Medical insurance covered 100% by AHS, with free telemedicine visits
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Life and Long Term Disability insurance
- Flexible spending accout (FSA)
- 4 day work week with set schedules
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- FREE wellness exams, vaccinations, and services for your pets
- FREE adoption for you or a family member
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and work-life balance services and support
- Employee 'kudos' recognition program, with an opportunity for winning gift cards for going above and beyond in your work
- Opportunity for growth and salary increases based on performance
Please submit resume and a brief statement about why you are interested in the position and what makes you a strong candidate. No phone calls please; we will reach out to you via email.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to work weekends as a part of your regular schedule?
- Why are you interested in this role? (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
