Adoption Coordinator
Adoption Coordinators are extremely important to any rescue organization as they manage all steps of the adoption process from screening potential adopters to conducting interviews to making decisions that lead to animals being placed in their furever homes! This is a committed role and hours are dependent upon the intake cycle.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Reach out to applicants to schedule an interview within 12 hours of assignment. Update the Adoption Tracker with applicant details within 12 hours of assignment; ensure tracker is kept up to date as more information is available.
Complete a 60+ minute interview (including virtual home visit) and reference checks within 72 hours of assignment. Ensure that appropriate documentation is completed and is uploaded to the drive within 24 hours of the interview.
Ensure that the Google Drive is up-to-date and accurate at all times and perform other administrative tasks as assigned.
Respond to non-urgent emails within 48 hours, and emergencies immediately. If unable to respond to emergency, coordinate with to ensure coverage by team.
Uphold HMR values during interactions with the public and other staff at all times.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Must have dog experience; basic knowledge of dog behavior/training required.
Must have a passion for rescue and a “can do” attitude!
Excellent communication skills and an outgoing and friendly personality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.
Computer savvy; proficient with Google Sheets, Google Drive and Gmail.
Excellent organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple tasks at once and work in a fast-paced environment.
TIME COMMITMENT:
Approximately 1 hour per day; due to the training and involvement of the position, we ask that only those able to make a long-term commitment apply.
Expected to move quickly to ensure we do not lose out on applications and must complete a minimum of one interview per week to remain on the team