Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management Why join the Contra Costa County Animal Services Department? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals and people? The Animal Services Department is committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all people and animals in our community. We prioritize lifesaving as our guiding principle. We shelter homeless, abandoned, and lost animals and work to keep and place animals in safe, caring homes. We also provide education and services to enhance the human-animal bond, creating a stronger, more compassionate community. We’re currently looking to add one (1) Animal Center Operations Coordinator to our dedicated team This position will play a key role in one of our impactful programs (Canine Foster). If you’re ready for a challenging, fast-paced, and rewarding career where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you Future Salary Increases: July 1, 2025 : 5% Plus any potential merit increases Join us and be part of a team that’s making a difference every day We are looking for someone who is: Self-Motivated: Much of the role requires taking initiative and working independently. This individual should seek ways to enhance the program and its impact on the shelter. Strong Communication Skills: This role involves constant interaction with foster families, shelter staff, and volunteers. Clear and empathetic communication, both verbal and written, is necessary. Collaborative: To accomplish tasks, you will work with a variety of individuals, including employees, volunteers, representatives of other departments and agencies, vendors, and members of the general public. Detail Oriented: You will be tasked with accurate record keeping, matching dogs with the right foster home, and monitoring compliance. Passionate and Knowledgeable of Animal Welfare&Industry Best Practices: A deep commitment to animal welfare is essential. Organized: Managing multiple foster homes requires exceptional organization and multitasking abilities. Flexible: Willing to learn about the key functions of other shelter operations coordinator roles. What you will typically be responsible for: Recruiting individuals or families to participate in the foster program. Selecting suitable foster homes based on a dog’s specific needs. Regularly checking in with foster families to provide guidance and support. Scheduling and tracking veterinary appointments for foster dogs. Maintaining detailed records on each foster dog. Organizing events or outreach to attract new foster families. Helping dogs transition from foster care to their adoptive home. Handling urgent situations efficiently to ensure the safety and well-being of the dogs and foster families. A few reasons you might love this job: You will make an impact on animal populations. You will build relationships with fosters and volunteers. You will witness transformations in dogs. You will have opportunities to problem-solve and create solutions. You will be creating a positive change in the community. A few challenges you might face in this job: You may need to manage your work with limited resources. You will be working on multiple projects. You will be working with vulnerable animal populations. You may face difficulties in retaining foster families. Competencies Required: Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner. Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations. Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions. General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Safety Focus: Showing vigilance in identifying and addressing health risks. Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications. Action and Results-Focused: Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishments. Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content. Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable. Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability under pressure. Professional Integrity&Ethics: Displaying honesty and personal accountability. Self-Management: Showing personal organization and dependability. Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue. Writing: Communicating effectively in writing. Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals. Education: Possession of an Associate of Arts Degree or successful completion of at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university. Experience: Two (2) years full-time or its equivalent experience in animal sheltering, one (1) year of which must have included training, teaching, or providing animal services education. Substitution for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years. Application Filing and Evaluation: Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process. Online Oral Interview: The oral interview will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the selection process. CONVICTION HISTORY: After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER: All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to protected categories under the law. J-18808-Ljbffr