About Job

At SPCA Florida, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals and are committed to advancing careers in Animal Welfare. Our goal is to recruit top talent and create outstanding employee experiences where each team member contributes to making a positive impact on the lives of animals.

Currently, we are seeking a full-time Adoption Counselor to join our team and help us continue our mission of making a difference in animal welfare. Our team consists of compassionate and innovative individuals who work to ensure that every animal that comes to the SPCA Florida Adoption Center has the opportunity to find a forever home.

As the first point of contact for visitors, our adoption counselors play a crucial role in shaping an inviting and friendly atmosphere. They are expected to maintain a positive and courteous demeanor, coupled with a genuine passion for animals and people, to help facilitate successful adoptions.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills:

Must Love Dogs and Cats and Care about People
A high school diploma is required. An associate's degree is preferred but not required.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule (including Saturdays and Sundays). We are open 7 days a week.
Familiarity with ShelterLuv a plus.
Candidates must have leadership skills, be eager to learn, show initiative, possess great customer service skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Animal experience is a must, including knowledge of animal behavior and handling.
Good driving record, personal auto insurance, ability to drive a van safely, and reliable transportation are required.
Interacting with and getting to know the animals, therefore, being able to talk with prospective adopters about them to make a successful match.
Helping people through the adoption process, sharing information about animal care and behavior, reviewing adoption applications, conversationally interviewing applicants, making decisions to finalize or deny an adoption, and communicating with the applicant in such a manner that maintains a courteous and friendly experience
Willingness and ability to learn and use the ShelterLuv computer program we use to track animals in the shelter. Utilize software to enter complete and accurate data into the ShelterLuv system.
Assists with disease control and cleaning of public areas throughout the day as needed.
Clean cages and maintain sanitation standards
Being nonjudgmental to everyone

We offer very competitive salaries and an invigorating work environment with lots of room for career growth. We believe in a work/life balance to have a happy home life. This position allows you to participate in our excellent benefits package, which includes paid time off, 401K, health, dental, and vision insurance, and pet care discounts. At SPCA Florida, we have created what we believe is a good balance between professional expertise and a positive work environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace, background checks.