Project Planner jobs in Kansas City, MO

Position: Feline Care & Adoptions Specialist
Department: Feline Operations
Reports to: Supervisor of Feline Care & Adoptions
Hours: 40 hours per week; full-time
Salary: $15.00/hour; non-exempt


Job Purpose:
Feline Specialist are responsible for working under the Supervisor of Feline Care & Adoptions and providing support to the Feline Lifesaving-PetCo Program Manager, the Feline Foster Program Manager and Adoptions Team. As a Feline Specialist you will talk to people who are bringing cats to provide guidance on the appropriateness of the cat entering the shelter vs. alternatives. Team members will also assist with pathway planning by evaluating fear, anxiety and stress scores along with intake memos to determine the most favorable outcome for each cat. Will provide guidance and information to potential cat adopters regarding transition into the home. This team also ensures all cats within the KCCAC campus have a clean living environment, that cat areas are kept clean and sanitary, and that all feline program areas are clean and ready to open to the public on time. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic worker who is highly organized, ambitious, a quick learner, and passionate about helping both people and pets to facilitate the lifesaving of cats from arrival to placement. We are looking for individuals that are “people” persons who also love cats.

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Working Conditions:
Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, high noise levels, extreme temperatures, hazardous chemicals, and sharp objects. Able to lift up to 50 lb., long periods of standing, bending, stooping, reaching, animal handling, and restraint in an animal shelter-type setting. Exposure to animals of all sizes and temperament. Be able to work both indoors and outdoors at all times of the year.

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This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.