Adoption Counselor

Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter
Tuscaloosa, AL

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • bonuses
  • Company parties
  • Employee discounts

JOB SUMMARY

Facilitates adoptions of TMAS by evaluating both the potential adopter as well as the animal to find the best possible match. Assists clients with donations, t-shirts, raffles, and collar sales. Participates in off-site adoption events or other TMAS sponsored activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Other duties may be assigned)

  • Interface with clients in a diplomatic and tactful manner to assist with the adoption process.
  • Must be able to remove personal opinions/views/judgements to make the appropriate animal/client match in a professional manner.
  • Reviews adopter and animal profile to determine suitability.
  • Data entry of all items relating to the approval of animal adoptions
  • Identifies animal needs during the adoption process and makes the appropriate arrangements, if needed, prior to completing the adoption (ex. s/n surgery, testing, microchipping).
  • Assists with other front desk duties as needed (ex. Hills Science Diet adoption data).
  • Ability to handle cleaning of adoption areas (ex: urine, fecal matter, bodily fluids, dirt and mud).
  • Be able to handle and work with dogs and cats of all breeds, size, and temperament.
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

  • Must support the TMAS mission, policies and practices.
  • Must always be able to provide accurate information to the public.
  • Must adhere to the companys dress code.
  • Must have the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
  • Must have good oral and written skills.
  • General knowledge of care, cleaning, and housing of domestic dogs and cats.
  • Ability to multi-task, organize and perform detailed tasks efficiently and with accuracy
  • Ability to be diplomatic and informative.
  • Maturity, good judgment, and a professional disposition.
  • Ability to follow guidance of the behavior team relating to behavioral modification and training.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Must have excellent phone etiquette.
  • Must be available during office hours.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Retail sales and/or customer service experience.
Recognize the need for assistance and ask for help.

Ability to work independently and work as a team.

Must have high school diploma or GED.

Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Posted 2026-03-01

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