Programs Coordinator

Kennebunk, ME (On-site)

$50K/yr – $54K/yrFull time

Posted 7 days ago

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Program Coordinator is responsible for the administrative oversight of Animal Welfare Society’s Behavior & Training Department and the new satellite Community Veterinary Clinic. Duties include but are not limited to client relations, administrative duties, billing, office maintenance and high operational efficiency. The PC oversees, mentors and supports the contracted trainers and clinic support staff to provide exceptional client, internal customer service and program oversight.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Works collaboratively within all levels of the organization and across departments to cultivate a positive culture and team approach to fulfilling AWS’ mission
  • Supervises and supports contracted AWS trainers and support staff/assigned volunteers, ensuring adequate scheduling, communication and invoicing
  • Serve as an onsite Team Lead, supporting the Operations Manager, for the launch of AWS’ PetSmart Clinic, including oversight of day to day operations, all data & reporting requirements.
  • As a generalist/administrative support, assist with day-to-day administrative tasks including managing shared email addresses, answering phone calls, scheduling meetings/appointments/trainings, preparing for audits, and other assigned tasks.
  • Communicate with clients and external stakeholders on a daily basis in a professional manner
  • Monitors training classes and online bookings daily
  • Work cross functionally with marketing to develop online and external communication for assigned programmatic areas
  • Assists in creating, training and compliance with administrative SOP
  • Handle weekly/monthly duties and invoicing for assigned program areas
  • Responsible for supplies/inventory of Behavior & Training and the PetSmart Clinic (with support from the appropriate clinical staff)
  • Remain knowledgeable and in compliance with AWS personnel guidelines, applicable State and Federal laws and AWS policies, procedures and programs
  • Support programs and activities of AWS as requested
  • Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Previous medical receptionist or veterinary/animal welfare experience preferred
  • Excellent computer skills and preferred knowledge of MacOS, but willing to train the right candidate
  • Working knowledge of vaccinations, basic lab tests, common diseases, medications and general pet behavior
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a busy environment
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise while maintaining a professional, courteous attitude.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Animal Welfare Society

Founded in 1967, Animal Welfare Society (AWS) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located on a beautiful 40-acre property in Kennebunk, Maine. For more than 50 years, the organization has been a local and regional leader in progressive animal welfare and a champion of the human-animal bond. Each year, 20,000 pets and community members benefit from AWS’ programs and services.AWS’ state-of-the-art, Fear-Free Adoption Center offers safe and secure accommodations for a variety of companion animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and small mammals. It also functions as the municipal impound facility for local animal control. Furthermore, the organization works with shelters and rescue groups in other parts of the state and country to transport pets to AWS for adoption. While bringing together families through adoption and reuniting lost pets with their loved ones, AWS’ community-focused approach promotes and protects the pets and people of Southern Maine.Beyond adoptions, AWS offers a comprehensive suite of Stay@Home resources designed to keep pets and their people together, especially during times of hardship. These resources include temporary pet boarding, pet food and supplies and behavioral training assistance.Furthermore, AWS’ on-site Community Veterinary Clinic provides affordable and accessible care to both resident (shelter) animals and pets belonging to local community members. The Clinic’s Companion Program offers discounts on many veterinary services to community members who qualify financially. AWS also supports spay/neuter efforts through Maine by organizing and staffing mobile surgery and wellness clinics statewide, particularly in areas lacking sufficient veterinary resources.The organization’s work is driven by a compassionate and professional staff, supported by 300+ dedicated foster families and volunteers.

Founded in 1967
Kennebunk, Maine, USA
52 employees (1 in marketing)