Pet Adoption Supervisor

NOCO Humane

Job Description

WE’RE HIRING FOR THE NEW GREELEY ADOPTION CAMPUS OPENING IN THE FALL!
Make a difference, one client at a time as a Pet Adoption Supervisor!

Are you ready to Lead the Pack? We’re looking for enthusiastic Pet Adoption Supervisors to join our team at the new Greeley Adoption Campus! This is an opportunity to work hands-on with animals while leading a team of compassionate professionals providing top-quality client services and animal care.

Hourly rate is $20.50. Initial review of applications will begin on June 1, 2025. Applications will be accepted until then, and on-going until the positions have been filled. Visit www.nocohumane.org/get-involved/careers for the Full Job Description and to apply.

The anticipated Grand Opening timeline for the Greeley Adoption Campus is mid-September. Once open, this will be the primary work location at the crossroads of Highway 34 and 65th Ave in Greeley. Upon hire, the initial training period will be at our Weld Campus at 1620 42nd St. in Evans.

NOCO Humane is an independent nonprofit working to further the compassionate, safe, and responsible relationship between animals and people.

Essential Duties:

-Oversees adoption processes, including client education, counseling, completion of adoptions, and ensuring accurate records and high-quality service
-Manages opening and closing duties, data entry, transaction processing, and license sales
-Handles client grievances as the primary escalation point, using professional and effective de-escalation skills
-Oversees and performs daily animal care routines, ensuring high-quality care and timely response to medical or behavioral issues
-Supervises and supports staff and volunteers, including scheduling, training, evaluation, engagement and recognition; manages timekeeping and models professional conduct
-Accepts donations and maintains inventory of supplies and materials
-Ensures organization and cleanliness of public areas
-Participates in interviewing, training, evaluating, coaching, and disciplining staff
-Conducts and assists in developing training programs
-Monitors safety procedures and reports injuries to enhance training and reduce risks
-Provides transportation of shelter animals as needed
-Administers vaccines and approved medications as directed
-Cross-trains in and assists other shelter departments
-Enters data into shelter software and maintains accurate records
-Assists with State and Other Compliance Responsibilities such as PACFA, OSHA, DEA, etc., as requested

General Duties:

-Maintains inventory; assists with ordering of supplies as needed
-Monitors and sorts incoming donations; determines appropriate disbursement and storage
-Assists with animal handling training of staff
-Supports the Organization’s events, off-site adoption sites, and marketing efforts
-Maintains punctuality and attendance expectations
-Performs other duties as assigned
-Participates in various organizational task forces and teams as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

-21 years of age or older.
-Minimum of Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
-Minimum one year of proven staff supervisory or applicable lead experience, or six months of current Organization lead experience.
-Minimum one year of experience in animal welfare, animal care, animal health or applicable industry required.
-Hands on experience with companion animals required.
-Bilingual English/Spanish reading, writing, understanding, speaking is a plus and includes a wage premium.
-Knowledge of basic animal handling.
-Knowledge of basic animal health, care, and welfare.
-Knowledge of animal breeds and colors.
-Knowledge of positive dog training methods and behavior rehabilitation methods a plus.
-Solid computing skills (Microsoft Office environment)
-Effective written and verbal communication skills
-Strong organizational skills
-Supervisory skills and emotional intelligence, ethics and integrity skills required.
-Ability to work visually and audibly, with animals both alive and deceased, including dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic animals and more.
-Effective record keeping and the ability to quickly and effectively learn new software.
-Able to work independently and in a team setting.
-Able to remain calm and level-headed in an often stressful and emotional work environment.
-Able to multi-task and to prioritize job duties in a fast-paced and constantly changing work environment.
-Able to exercise good judgment when dealing with personnel, client, animal, or management issues.
-Able to effectively work in a co-supervisory role.
-Able to work with disinfectants and cleaning supplies.
-Able to perform physical work including scrubbing, mopping, lifting, walking, squatting and bending.
-Ability to serve as an example to staff in adhering to the Organization’s Standards of Professional Conduct and utilizing emotional intelligence.
-Able to work a flexible and changing schedule including evenings, weekends and overtime as required.
-Valid Colorado Driver’s License and insurable driving record.

Job Details:

Location: Evans, CO for 2-3 months of training, then Greeley, CO
Schedule: Full-time – includes weekends, evenings, and overtime as needed.
Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team where your work truly matters—for animals and the community alike.

This is a full time job