Canine Placement Coordinator

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Position Summary: The Canine Coordinator abides by and actively supports the vision, mission and values of Safe Place for Pets. This person acts in the best interest of the canines in program as well as those that my come into program, and is a liaison between the surrenderer of a pet, the Safe Place Program, and any/all potential adopters. The coordinator maintains a healthy relationship with foster volunteers to create a scenario where both the pet and foster are a good fit for one another and acts on potential adopter information provided from the Initial Contact Checklist (prepared by the Executive Director). The Canine Coordinator accurately explains to potential surrenderers how our program works to set the process in motion for a successful pet intake and conclusion to the adoption process. This position reports to the Executive Director.

Tasks Include:

• Responding to potential surrender and adoption leads from the Initial Contact Checklist
• Coordinating intake of dogs, provided the intake meets the Safe Place mission
• Confirming and updating the pet’s bio based on information from the foster family
• Transporting pets in personal vehicle
• Provide an intake announcement within 24 hours of intake and distribute via email to the Web Team, Social Media Team, Placement Team, and Executive Director
• Ensuring a completed pet folder is submitted to the Executive Director
• Communicating with the Canine Coordinator and/or Foster regarding new intake requirements or special needs
• Submitting pet adoption/surrender donations to E.D. within 1 week of receiving them
• Approving pet expenditures per pet up to $400 (over that must go to the E.D.) and recommending vet visits, when necessary, for our in-program pets
• Attending placement committee meetings and training sessions.
• Maintaining relationships and regular communication with current fosters
• Meeting with potential adopters to facilitate a successful conclusion to the adoption process