Animal Services Program Coordinator

Placer County

Job Description

The Department of Health and Human Services - Animal Care Services is currently hiring for an Animal Services Program Coordinator. This is an outstanding opportunity to join Placer County Animal Services and contribute to the continued success of this progressive and innovative organization, while working at the new state-of-the-art animal care facility located in Auburn.

The Animal Service Program Coordinator:

Serves as a lead for volunteers working varied schedules.
Recruits, trains, assigns, and directs the work of volunteer staff.
Provides information to the public regarding volunteer programs, adoption programs, pet ownership and access to care programs.
Supervises clerical staff.
Oversees and supports the foster care program, including counseling participants and coordinating placements.
Assists with community education and outreach programs, including acting as an event coordinator for public-facing activities.
Helps with social media outreach and marketing of adoptable animals, including developing content and promoting visibility.
Assists with rescue outreach and coordination for animals needing specialized placement.
Works with the Animal Care Supervisor to carry out animal behavior modification plans for animals needing specialized training and support to improve their adoptability.

This is a full time job