Logistics Coordinator, Mobile Veterinary Services

Summary:

Who we are:   

Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did. The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets’ health and well-being regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve. 

What you’ll do:  

The Logistics Coordinator provides multi-functional support, ensuring that operational requirements are met in support of ASPCA’s Los Angeles Mobile Veterinary Services (MVS) program. The Logistics Coordinator will assist in the maintenance of a fleet of mobile veterinary clinics deployed by the MVS program, where animal well-being, teamwork, and serving the community are at the core of our work. The Logistics Coordinator ensures daily that mobile clinics are ready for service by stocking, cleaning, safety inspecting, coordinating vehicle maintenance, and driving large vehicles. The Logistics Coordinator has the knowledge and flexibility to step in as needed to ensure continuity in programming, including filling in as a driver and assisting the Client Operations team as needed with client intake, events, data entry and community outreach. 

What you’ll get:  

• Paid vacation time to relax 

• Paid sick time to heal 

• Ten paid holidays to observe 

• Plus - paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like 

• Terrific benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)

• Room to grow: the ASPCA offers robust professional development programs 

• Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on 

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

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 $25.00 - $26.45

Work Schedule and Location:  

This is typically a Monday – Friday, 8-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled workday. The position is based at the ASPCA Community Medicine Logistic Center in Paramount, CA. The typical schedule for this role is 10am-6 pm, however flexibility in scheduling is preferred, as occasional early morning shifts may be available. 

Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

Logistics (90%)  

• Open or close the mobile Logistics Center as needed, deploying mobile clinics in the morning or receiving them in the evening
• Follow all safety protocols, including ASPCA, OSHA and DOT guidelines; address and/or promptly report safety concerns 
• Support MVS team in troubleshooting and problem-solving clinic issues that arise throughout the day; respond to urgent requests for supplies or support in the field as needed 
• Drive large vehicles throughout Los Angeles County 
• Park and maneuver large mobile clinics within the garage and spot for drivers maneuvering vehicles 
• Log and report repair requests from medicals teams; communicate status updates 
• Clean and stock mobile clinics as requested and ensure mobile clinics are ready for service 
• Clean logistics center daily (sweeping, mopping, disinfecting), including break area and staff restrooms 
• Materials handling: receive, record and put away supply shipments; operate a pallet jack to handle large shipments 
• Track invoices and receipts for accounting purposes 
• Prepare supplies for use: unwrap syringes, cut and fold surgical drapes, clean surgical instruments; wrap and sterilize surgical packs daily according to ASPCA guidelines 
• Launder medical linens 
• Make copies of client handouts 
• Assist with daily cash deposits and armored car pickups 

 

Program Support (10%):  

 

• Work as a member of the MVS team to help the program run safely and smoothly: communicate effectively, troubleshoot problem areas, support one another, and propose solutions 
• Collaborate and foster effective communication with ASPCA colleagues 
• Follow CM Standard Operating Procedures 
• Comply with controlled drug protocols according to DEA guidelines and ASPCA Policy 
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and training workshops 

 

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:  

• Has  Commitment  and dedication to improving the lives of animals
• Demonstrates  Ownership  and feels responsible for outcomes 
• Believes in  Team  – that we are stronger together 
• Seeks to  Elevate  others and reimagine what is possible Focuses on  Impact , specifically making change for animals 

Qualifications:  

• Must be willing and comfortable learning to drive our 37 feet long Mobile Clinics (training provided by ASPCA) 
• Must provide a valid driver’s license upon hire 
• Must pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating a safe driving history 
• Must pass a Department of Transportation Medical Exam 
• This is a physically demanding position that requires lifting up to 40 lbs without assistance and over this weight with assistance, and the ability to consistently stand, bend, lift, and climb during the course of a regular work shift 
• Ability to operate large vehicles or willing to learn 
• Experience using a computer and navigating software applications
• Excellent communication skills 
• Strong problem-solving skills 
• Strong customer service skills 

 

Education and Work Experience:  

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required 
• Minimum 2 years of professional work experience required 
• Minimum 1 year of driving experience required, large vehicle driving experience preferred 

Language:

Education and Work Experience:

Associates, Bachelors, High School Diploma (Required)

Animal Handling Experience, Customer Service Experience

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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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