Coordinator, Adoptions

Summary:

Are you passionate about helping animals in need and eager to advance the field of animal welfare? Do you thrive in a dynamic, complex, highly collaborative environment? If so, the role of Coordinator, Adoptions at the ASPCA’s new Recovery & Rehabilitation Center (R&R Center) in Pawling, NY might be right for you !   

 

Who We Are  

The R&R Center in Pawling, NY, is a unique program dedicated to providing integrated sheltering, behavioral, and medical care for canine victims of cruelty. The R&R Center team works closely with ASPCA teams in New York City to help animals rescued in partnership with the NYPD .    

 

What   You’ll   Do  

The Coordinator, Adoptions   is responsible for   the effective and efficient placement of animals through direct adoptions. The person in this role introduces potential adopters to   appropriate dogs , ensuring it is a safe and positive interaction for all involved, and works with internal partners to arrange and carry-out transport of adoptable dogs to adoption events and placement partners.  

 

The successful candidate is a true collaborator, working closely and consistently with colleagues in the R&R Center and across the ASPCA, as well as directly with adopters, to find suitable homes for dogs as quickly as possible.  

• Coordinator, Adoptions reports directly to the   Manager, Placement & Transport   and has no direct reports.  

 

Where and When   You’ll   Work  

• This position is an on-site role and reports to the R&R Center in Pawling, NY.  

• The regular schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday . Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is   required   for this position  

• Schedules are subject to change as needed by the ASPCA." 

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 20%  of the time is   required   for this position.  

 

 

What   You’ll   Get  

Compensation  

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be   modified   in the future.      

• The target hiring range for this role is $27.41 - $28.85 hourly .  

 

Benefits  

At the ASPCA, you   don’t   have to choose between your passion and making a living. Our comprehensive benefits package helps ensure you can live a rewarding life at work and at home. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:  

• Affordable health coverage ,   including medical, employer-paid dental and optional vision coverage.  

• Flexible time off   that includes vacation time, paid personal time, sick time, bereavement time, paid parental leave, and 10 company paid holidays that allows you even more flexibility to   observe   the days that mean the most to you.  

• Competitive financial incentives and retirement savings,   including a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions — we match dollar-for-dollar up to 4% and provide an   additional  4% contribution toward your future each year.  

• Robust professional development opportunities,   including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship with industry-leading peers, internal mobility, opportunities to support in the field and so much more.  

For more information on our benefits offerings,   visit our website .  

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:   

  Functional Duties   

• Provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals in our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques 

• Read and follow all kennel signage regarding animal treatment and care. 

• Proactively monitor adoptions pipeline, ensuring adequate resources to expedite placement 

• Maintain open lines of communication with the Adoption Center in NYC, arranging transfer and/or exchange of animals based on the greatest potential for successful and expedient placement 

• Maintain up to date knowledge of each dog in care and ready for placement 

• Provide compelling biographical information for public facing dog adoption profiles, showcasing each animal’s positive attributes as well as challenges

• Work directly with adopters to ensure high quality placements, creating a positive experience for dogs and potential adopters, eliminating ineffective barriers to adoption

• Collaborate with veterinary, behavioral, and sheltering colleagues to develop a transition plan for each dog, minimizing post-adoption setbacks and pain points 

• Conduct post-adoption follow-up calls and/or emails and serve as a point of contact for adopters in need of advice or assistance post-placement 

• Provide back-up support for transport, working directly with internal and external partners to plan and execute the transfer of animals, as needed

• Safely and humanely transport dogs, some of which are medically and/or behaviorally compromised, to and from ASPCA facilities, veterinary partners, off-site adoption events, and potential adopter meetings 

• Assist the Coordinator, Transport in maintaining the R&R Center’s fleet and transport supplies, as needed 

• Provide back-up support for the Care & Enrichment Team, assisting in daily animal care tasks as the need arises and time allows

• Provide support in the collection and management of animal health and behavior data 

• Assist as requested in behavior treatments and evaluations as a “novel person” 

• Maintain handling skills and develop strong collaborative relationships with colleagues by participating in playgroup, behavior treatment, loading dogs for transport, veterinary exams, and humane euthanasia as needed and when appropriate

Administrative and Operational Duties  

• Attend and meaningfully contribute to all relevant R&R Center and ASPCA meetings 

• Assume financial accountability for work-related expenses  

• Maintain all receipts and prepare monthly expense reports 

• Understand and follow all ASPCA expense and travel policies  

• Accurately track and report time worked, time off, and work-related expenses   

• Responsibly steward R&R Center assets   

 

Qualifications   

• Must provide a valid driver’s license upon hire and pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating a safe driving history. As part of the driving requirements of this role, must also pass a Department of Transportation Medical Exam. 

• Fluent in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with shelter software systems or Salesforce a plus   

• Excellent written and oral communication skills; Artfully flexes communication styles to best support diverse individuals  

• Able to regularly witness animals suffering medically and/or behaviorally  

• Comfortable with humane euthanasia in theory and in practice   

• Displays concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals and others, especially under stress  

• Fosters collaboration by creating strong connections with colleagues at all levels and in all areas; Builds strong work relationships based on trust, respect, and listening to understand  

• Freely and generously shares knowledge, skills, and expertise with others   

• Demonstrates genuine interest in the thoughts, ideas, and expertise of others   

• Proactively problem-solves and takes appropriate initiative to implement solutions   

• Flexible; can easily adapt to changes and help others do the same   

• Resilient; bounces back from difficult and disappointing situations quickly  

• Positive and engaging demeanor; enjoys working with people 

• Cultivates a climate in which diverse perspectives are solicited, encouraged, valued, and respected   

• Sets a high standard by exemplifying transparency, integrity, honesty and strong ethical principles  

• Unafraid of hard conversations and approaches them openly, quickly, and kindly ; Views conflict as generative, using disagreement to drive innovation, improve communication, clarify and articulate values, and build stronger relationships   

• Work takes place in a variety of environments and weather conditions, including indoor climate-controlled spaces where it may be noisy and outdoors where surfaces may be wet or uneven and extreme heat, cold, or precipitation is possible

• Ability to drive up to 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, and extended travel away from home as needed.

• Ability to sit for extended periods while driving, or working at a desk or computer 

• Ability to lift and carry animals (50 pounds unassisted, 100 pounds with assistance) and equipment, such as food bags, bedding, and cleaning supplies; Comfort and ability to handle and restrain animals safely and humanely, particularly in stressful situations

• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that requires standing, walking, bending, squatting, and/or kneeling for extended periods of time

• Work involves exposure to chemical and biological hazards such as medications, cleaning products, urine, feces, blood, and sharp objects

• Ability to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to disposable coveralls, respirators or face masks, and booties 

• Ability to exemplify ASPCA’s core values and behavioral competencies.

 

Education and Work Experience  

• High School Diploma, GED required or equivalent experience 

• Professional or volunteer experience with animal adoptions in a shelter setting is required 

• Professional, academic or volunteer animal care experience with dogs is required 

• A minimum of five years driving experience required 

• Experience in professional animal transportation or veterinary/animal shelter services preferred 

• Previous experience working in an animal shelter preferred

• Animal shelter experience with dogs strongly preferred 

• Fear Free® Shelter Program certification (approximately 5 hours) required or completed within 60 days of hire  

 

 

Language:

English (Required), Spanish

Education and Work Experience:

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Experience (Required)

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About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

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