Bilingual Pet Admissions Associate - Animal Shelter

DescriptionAre you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot? For over 115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. As the largest community-based animal welfare organization in the region, we care for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year at our four facilities and are a national model in animal welfare. If you work well with people too, join our team and help us provide that voice.Purpose of Position: Provide assistance and compassionate care to patrons relinquishing animals to the shelter. Process animal intakes and/or evaluations to determine next steps for placement.ResponsibilitiesDelivery high-level customer service to the organization’s patronsProvide daily animal relinquishment and stray intake servicesInterview patrons to gather information to create animal records in Chameleon databaseManage emotionally difficult situations with strong communication skillsPrepare and reconcile statements of daily financial transactionsProvide end-of-life care for animals at their owner’s requestSafely handle, restrain, and move animalsAdminister vaccinations and preventative medicationsProcess animal evaluations to assess health and behaviorClean and sanitize evaluation and intake areasPerform euthanasia and related tasks.People CarePeople are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and League business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express concerns.Key CompetenciesCompetencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human anizational Key CompetenciesIntegrity and EthicsAdapting to Change and AmbiguityCustomer and Community FocusEmotional IntelligenceExcellencePosition Key CompetenciesCommunicationAnalytical and strategic thinkingAdaptabilityFull Time Benefits – Please visit our website for a comprehensive list of all offered benefits.Benefits (medical, dental, and vision)Flexible spending accountsLife and Short-Term Disability InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Sick TimeHoliday PayDiscounted Pet InsuranceEmployee DiscountsSabbatical401(k)And more!Compensation: $20.00 - $20.90 per hour + $1.00 per hour Spanish Language Differential (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)Work Conditions and Physical RequirementsHandle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments. Subject to animal bites or scratches. Work performed in high noise level areas. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander and bodily fluids. Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, climbing stairs, and walking. Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.We will begin reviewing applications as they are received and anticipate closing the application period on August 28, 2025.RequirementsPosition QualificationsKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAbility to accomplish multiple tasks and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environmentStrong interpersonal communication skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsRequiredEducation: High school diploma or equivalentDesiredProfessional experience in animal welfare/working with animalsKnowledge of veterinary care/animal healthTraining in social work/communicationsExperience providing high level service to customersExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detailDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office programsExperience working with Chameleon database #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17