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Current Job Openings
There are a number of positions open at the Animal Humane Society.
Job Title: Customer Service Representative - Golden Valley Campus
Job ID & Hours:
#83424 - 32 hrs/week, includes every other weekend
SUMMARY OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greet customers and promptly respond to routine customer inquiries and questions
- Actively assist and advise customers in the adoption of companion animals
- Accurately process animal adoptions, customer holds, and merchandise sales in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
- Open and close adoption center, including securing building, preparing daily reports and balancing of cash drawers
- Accept and properly register stray and surrendered animals from individuals and solicit fees for services
- Complete documentation and follow-up on surrender scenarios requiring ownership verification
- Accurately process animal reclaims, returns and collect appropriate fees in accordance with policies and procedures
- Accurately and promptly process lost and found pet reports
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- High school education or equivalent
- Minimum one year of work experience in retail or customer service position involving personal contact with customers
- Preferred candidates will have knowledge of health care, behavior, control and handling of dogs, cats and other companion animals
- Good organizational skills and ability to follow directions
- Good problem solving skills and ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of people
- Must be able to communicate with public in a positive, educational manner
- Must communicate clearly and effectively in English
- Basic computer and typing skills
- Available to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and some holidays.
- Willingness to travel to other Animal Humane Society sites as assigned to meet staffing needs
How To Apply
Job Title: Accountant - Woodbury Campus
Job ID & Hours:
#85107 - Full-time - Monday through Friday
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Prepare and understand monthly general ledger journal entries
- Perform reconciliation of balance sheet accounts
- Process payroll according to established procedures
- Assist in financial statement analysis
- Assist with accounting research, reporting and audit preparation
- Perform other duties as assigned to promote cross training and development of the accounting team
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Four year college degree in Accounting or 4 years equivalent working experience
- Previous payroll experience
- Full knowledge of general ledger accounting
- Ability to reconcile general ledger accounts including bank reconciliation
- Good knowledge of Excel
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience in multi-entity environment helpful
- Ability to work well as part of a great team
How To Apply
Job Title: Veterinary Technician
Job ID# 821225 Coon Rapids site
Part time, 32 hrs/wk, Mon., Wed., Thurs. varying shifts, and every other weekend Sat. 9:45 am to 6:15 pm, Sun. 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Job ID# 821221 Coon Rapids site
Full-Time, Varied Shift, includes Every Other Weekend
Job ID# 821226 Coon Rapids site
Part time, 16 hrs/wk, Sat. 9:45 am to 6:15 pm, Sun. 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Job ID# 831223 Golden Valley site
Full time, varying shifts, includes every other weekend
Job ID# 831224 Golden Valley site
Part time 16 hrs/wk, Sat. and Sun. varying shifts days
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Evaluate incoming animals for possible placement in the Adoption Center
- Perform physical exams of incoming animals surrendered to the Animal Humane Society and treat according to shelter policy
- Perform daily treatments and monitoring of shelter animals in accordance with shelter policy
- Complete medical and surgical procedures in a competent, safe and efficient manner
- Assist in all aspects of surgical sterilization on all adoptable animals
- Perform Behavior Evaluations on shelter dogs as part of the evaluation process
- Enter required data into computer system
- Perform humane euthanasia on animals deemed not adoptable per shelter protocols
- Work collaboratively with all other staff in the animal services department to ensure animals are being cared for properly and moving through the system efficiently
- Respond to customer problems and concerns regarding animals adopted from the Society as necessary
- Participate in special events and other duties as assigned
- Assist the staff veterinarian with the examination of animals seized during a cruelty examination
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Certification as a Veterinary Technician preferred or minimum of one year of experience as a Veterinary Technician
- Preferred candidates will have animal shelter experience
- Valid driver's license with good driving record
- Ability to effectively handle and control incoming animals
- Ability to handle complex and/or emotional situations
- Ability to accurately evaluate the health and condition of animals
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Capable of working independently, multi-tasking and prioritizing
- Willingness to travel among all 5 shelter campuses as needed to provide adequate coverage
- Able to work a flexible shift which may include evenings and weekends
How To Apply
Job Title: Custodian - Golden Valley Campus
Job ID & Hours:
#83705 - Part time 20 hrs wk, Sunday and Monday plus partial other day to be determined, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Perform janitorial duties which include, but are not limited to:
- Clean and sanitize bathrooms
- Wet and dust mopping
- Dusting
- Trash removal
- Recycling
- Window washing
- Meeting set up
- Vacuuming
- Seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal
- General cleaning as requested or needed
- Record all needed repairs, repair as directed, report ALL repairs to supervisor, and follow up with staff.
- Complete all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintain daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
- Ensure Animal Humane Society building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
- Operate motorized equipment used for cleaning.
- All other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
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Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
- Valid driver's license with good driving record
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able and willing to develop:
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment
- Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of the equipment used for cleaning
- Understanding of cleaning compounds, chemicals and their safe, efficient use
- Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning
- Flexibility in schedule
How To Apply
Job Title: Animal Technician
Job ID & Hours:
#82250 - St. Paul Campus
Part-Time - Mondays & Fridays - 7:00 to 3:30 PM
#81246 - Buffalo Campus
20 hrs/week - Monday - Friday: 7:00 to 11:00 AM
#82247 - St. Paul Campus
Full-Time, includes every other weekend - 7:00 to 3:30
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Daily cleaning of animal areas
- Monitor appetite, hydration, stools and vomit of all shelter animals
- Daily collection of fecals during cleaning process
- Respond to pager calls to assist with incoming animals, food program pickup,
and donations
- Euthanasia restraint
- Ensure proper feeding of animals
- Move animals throughout shelter as needed
- Perform spot cleanings in Adoption Center
- Daily cleaning of transfer cages, litter boxes, dishes, laundry and donated goods
- Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
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High school diploma required, some college education preferred
- Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
- Leadership abilities, good problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Clean driving record and ability to travel in the metro area required
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, as well as bend, squat and lift heavy objects
How To Apply
Job Title: Animal Trainer - Campus to be determined
Job ID & Hours:
#831101 - Weekday Evenings : 5:30 to 8:30 ; 8-10 hours/week
Additional hours per week may be required
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Instruct group Dog Training classes
- Assist with playgroups and Yappy Hours
- Provide behavior information and support to class students
- Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of one year lead training experience with positive reinforcement methods
- Ability to work with people and dogs in a group class environment
- Ability to travel among sites as needed
- Ability to use training methods in compliance with the American Humane Association's "Guidelines for Humane Dog Training"
- Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of euthanasia.
How To Apply
Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator - Regular, Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Job ID & Hours:
#831303 - 30 hours per week
Golden Valley Shelter
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Recruit, interview and assess potential new volunteer placement for all areas of volunteer programming to assure shelter needs are met.
- Schedule and conduct regular new volunteer orientation and training programs as new volunteers are introduced into the organization.
- Evaluate volunteer skills and abilities to support greater compatibility in the placement of the volunteer in support of volunteer retention and quality care for the animals.
- Monitor the work performance of volunteers on a continual basis, provide constructive and positive feedback, and take corrective action whenever necessary to ensure work is done in compliance with the policies, procedures and expectations of the shelter.
- Orient volunteers to company policies and procedures, clearly communicating job duties and responsibilities to insure individuals will proceed with certainty in the performance of their positions.
- Support and promote the development of a strong, positive staff and volunteer working relationship through the approach of collaboration and teamwork.
- Create a working climate in which volunteers are motivated to develop their skills and abilities. Demonstrate by personal example the desired standards of conduct and work performance.
- Address and resolve volunteer concerns or complaints and/or additional training needs.
- Maintain volunteer files, statistics and database for tracking all activities within the volunteer program areas.
- Participate in planning groups and other department meetings to represent the volunteer department and to assist in planning volunteer participation as needed.
- Support and promote meaningful recognition programs for volunteers.
- Be familiar with all aspects of shelter operation and the job requirements of staff in order to understand volunteer participation in programs and answer or refer questions to others accurately.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
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Computer proficiency
- Excellent organizational and communications skills
- Strong administrative and process management skills
- Ability to multitask numerous projects at one time
- Ability to effectively work with diverse groups of individuals
- Previous supervisory experience in a volunteer environment preferred
How To Apply
How To Apply:
Please complete our job application and mail it to J. Bartels at Animal Humane Society, 845 Meadow Lane, N., Golden Valley, MN 55422, or fax it to # 763-522-0933. You may also drop off the application at our Golden Valley site. Resumes, along with cover letter, may also be e-mailed to employment@animalhumanesociety.org
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