Part-Time Animal Adoption Vol/Coor

Part-Time Animal Adoption Vol/Coor

Salary

$26,096.00 Annually

Location

6006 - Animal Care and Control

Job Type

Part-time Employee

Job Number

11067-HR

Department

6006 - Public Safety - Animal Control

Division

600602 - Animal Ctrl Services Operation

Opening Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Part-Time Animal Adoption Vol/Coor

The Department of Public Safety, Division of Animal Care & Control has a mission to reduce the number of stray and unwanted animals by enforcing City animal ordinances and connecting residents to low-cost spay and neuter services. In addition to helping animals in need, the Division of Animal Care & Control responds to complaints, enforces ordinances, picks up stray animals, and reunites lost pets with their owners. The Division also provides resources and assistance to animal owners while making every effort to facilitate positive outcomes for animals in their care.

Examples of Duties

Under administrative direction, assists in planning, managing, and coordinating the adoption of animals. Manages animal transfers to rescue organizations and return to owner programs. Promotes animal adoptions and rescues through the internet and social media. Assesses the status of existing programs, policies, procedures, and work methods. Provides general administrative and/or staff services as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the program. Develops and monitors Cleveland Animal Control Volunteer Program. Develops and updates volunteer job descriptions and safety protocol. Recruits, interviews, and evaluates program volunteers. Manages and conducts volunteer orientation, supervision, and training. Addresses any volunteer concerns. Promotes conflict resolution procedures. Operates a computer and other office equipment. Handles animals of all sizes. Cleans shelter and animals. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Two years of management, supervisory, and/or coordinator experience required. Two years of experience in animal behavior, health, handling, and care in a shelter environment are required. Valid State of Ohio Driver's License required. Must be a certified euthanasia technician within six months of the date of hire. Should have excellent written and communication skills and have a proven ability to deal with the public. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds. Should be computer proficient.

Supplemental Information

https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/human-resources/total-rewards

The Citys guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

Employer City of Cleveland

Address 601 Lakeside Avenue

Cleveland, Ohio, 44114

Phone 216-664-2493