Temporary Animal Services Counselor

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Department of Animal Services offers multiple opportunities for Temporary Animal Services Counselor positions in Jurupa Valley, San Jacinto, & Coachella Valley locations.

The Temporary Animal Services Counselor will be responsible for overseeing basic animal intake process and actively contribute to enhancing animal outcomes within the department.

They will play a crucial role in coordinating spay/neuter procedures for animals designated for outreach adoptions and ensuring smooth animal transportation to outreach events.

The ideal candidates for this role will possess experience in both the animal intake process and customer service, with a preference for those who have demonstrated leadership or supervisory capabilities.

This role's work hours must require weekends and holidays.

The Temporary Animal Services Counselor is a first professional level classification and reports to a supervising or manager level position.

This class is characterized by the responsibility for coordinating the animal intake and improving animal outcomes of shelter animals and participating in the Animal Services Community Outreach & Education Division activities.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Department of Animal Services has a vision for promoting an environment of responsible pet ownership through progressive animal welfare initiatives, community outreach, and humane education in a culture of compassion, creativity, and integrity.

The Department of Animal Services believes the character of their organization is best reflected in the strong dedication of each one of their employees who strive to meet the highest standards of performance and compassion on behalf of the animals and people that they serve.

The Department of Animal Services operates four shelters located in Blythe, Jurupa Valley, San Jacinto and Thousand Palms.

TAP Benefits: https://rc-hr.com/temporary-medical-assignment-program-tapmap

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EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Participate in Animal Services Community Outreach & Education Division activities; answer questions concerning age, breed, characteristics, and care and treatment of animals; responsible for knowing which animals are available for adoption, return-to-owner, etc., and knowing the temperaments and personalities of these animals.

• Assist and counsel owners and members of the public in the admittance and surrender of animals through proper interviewing techniques and completion of necessary paperwork; obtain accurate information regarding animal temperament, living habits and training, medical conditions, behavior, age, breed, and any relevant information from the relinquishing party; assist owners with alternative options to surrendering an animal.

• Prepare reports, maintain records, and fill out forms concerning activities; assist with the training of new staff and/or volunteers.

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