Foster Coordinator

• Check in with foster families regularly and update staff and /volunteers with any important information.
• Partner closely with the Foster Vet Tech and Shelter Clinic team to manage daily incoming and outgoing animal population from the facility to foster care.
• Collaborate with the Adoptions and medical team to select animals from the shelter/rescue into off-site adoption spaces (e.g. pet supply stores) or into foster care.
• Cultivate positive and productive relationships with staff to promote positive outcomes, both through diversion and transfers.
• Ensure a respectful and welcoming environment, practice open and respectful communication, provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with external partners that provide services to the foster population.
• Nurture a culture of growth and learning and actively participate in meeting mutual goals to increase the live release rate of feline shelter populations.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree or some college preferred

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment substance screening
• Candidates must successfully pass a drug screening which includes testing for marijuana. A valid medical marijuana card does not exempt a candidate from this requirement, and a positive test result will disqualify the candidate from the hiring process.
• Excellent organizational and collaborative skills.
• Highly competent in Microsoft Office
• Expected to work extended hours as needed as this position is part of the core team in Storm & Emergency Response situations. This requires the ability to work weekends and maintains a 24 hr. on call status.
• Proficient in mediating disputes, conflicts and grievances.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license
• Ability to multi task and detail oriented
• Mental and physical flexibility is a must.

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds; push and pull heavy objects; bend, twist, reach; perform strenuous physical activities including frequent walking and running, standing, bending and stooping.
• Should not be allergic to animals or nuts; must be able to work around all animals and nut products.
• Must be able to work with industrial strength cleaners and disinfectants.

• Works in an area with a high noise level.
• Potentially subject to animal bites and scratches.

Pay Rate: $15hr-$17.50

Qualification and assistance for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

168 hours PTO and 14 paid holidays

Mentorship and supportive team environment