Salary: $39,290.00 AnnuallyLocation : Winchester, VAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 00510Department: ANIMAL SHELTEROpening Date: 09/17/2024DescriptionAre you an enthusiastic, customer-focused professional with a passion for animals? In this vital role, you will be the welcoming face and voice of our shelter, connecting with the community and supporting our mission to provide excellent care for animals in need. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by coordinating front desk activities, assisting with adoptions, and ensuring smooth operations. Why Join Us?
- Make a direct impact on the lives of animals in need.
- Join a passionate and dedicated team focused on animal welfare.
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment where every day is different.
- Opportunities for growth and development in a fulfilling career.
Essential Functions What You'll Do:Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Senior Secretary - Animal Shelter, you will:
- Serve as the primary liaison to the public, handling inquiries and requests with a friendly, professional demeanor.
- Coordinate all front desk activities, including handling paperwork, phone calls, and visitor interactions.
- Facilitate front counter transactions such as animal adoptions, surrenders, lost and found reports, and more.
- Assist the public in reclaiming lost animals and ensure accurate records of lost and found animals.
- Handle cashier duties and provide adoption counseling.
- Work effectively under pressure, managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Support shelter operations by performing additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Typical Qualifications What We're Looking For:
- Experience in customer service; experience in a shelter environment or animal care and handling is a plus.
- Flexibility to work weekends and adapt to a changing schedule.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to obtain required vaccinations (rabies and hepatitis).
Supplemental Information To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County, Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The County's EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobsThere are a wide variety of benefits available to Frederick County employees. These benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability plans, flexible spending account for health care, dependent care assistance program, an employee assistance program and a deferred compensation program.Please click to view our Frederick County Employee Benefits information page with full details on all insurance plans offered.