Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Reports To: VP of Operations
Job Type: Full Time_ Salaried
- HYBRID POSITION: This position has both remote work, as well as, travel to The Asher House Sanctuary.
Who We Are:
The Asher House is a registered non-profit animal sanctuary in Salem, Oregon. We rescue animals that have been discarded or unwanted, providing them with a life of comfort, love, and adventure. For over two years, our Founder, Lee Asher, traveled across 49 states to promote dog adoption and spotlight various shelters and rescues. After his Pitbull Stella passed away, Lee was determined to fulfill his lifelong dream of creating a sanctuary, where animals could feel treasured, protected, and free. In late 2020, Lee discovered a large parcel of property which was the perfect setting to turn his vision into a reality! We are here to help people have better days and get animals adopted. The Asher House is on a mission to make the world a better place, one rescue animal at a time!
Job Summary:
The Transport and Intake Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient transport and intake of companion animals into the sanctuary. This role involves coordinating with various shelters, rescues, volunteers, stakeholders, managing logistics, and ensuring that all new arrivals receive proper care and documentation. The ideal candidate will be passionate about animal welfare, highly organized, and capable of handling the complexities involved in animal transport and intake.
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Due to the nature of transports, work often falls outside normal business hours. Position is combined remote and in person (for transport days).
Key Responsibilities:
Transport Coordination:
- Plan and coordinate the transportation of animals from various shelter and rescue locations to the sanctuary.
- Communicate with rescuers, shelters, volunteer transporters and other organizations to arrange transport.
- Ensure all transportation is conducted safely and in compliance with relevant regulations.
- Arrange for appropriate vehicles and equipment needed for animal transport.
- Ensure all proper documents are included and uploaded into animal database.
Intake Process:
- Oversee the intake process for all new animals arriving at the sanctuary.
- Conduct initial health and wellness assessments in collaboration with veterinary staff and input data into animal database.
- Ensure all necessary documentation is completed and filed accurately, including medical records, intake forms, and identification tags.
- Create and maintain intake protocols and procedures to ensure consistency and thoroughness.
Animal Care:
- Assist in providing immediate care and comfort to newly arrived animals.
- Monitor the health and behavior of new arrivals during the initial intake period.
- Coordinate with the veterinary team to address any immediate health concerns.
Communication and Coordination:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all transport and intake-related inquiries.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with sanctuary staff, volunteers, and external partners.
- Update the sanctuary management on the status of incoming animals and transport logistics.
Record Keeping and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of all transported and newly arrived animals.
- Generate reports on intake statistics, transport activities, and other relevant data.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations regarding animal transport and intake.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in animal care, transport, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and logistical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Knowledge of animal welfare and sanctuary best practices.
- Physical ability to handle and transport animals safely.
- Experience with record keeping and documentation.
- Understanding of animal behavior to ensure animals that meet criteria for the sanctuary are selected.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working in an animal sanctuary, shelter or rescue environment.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Requires physical activity, including lifting and handling animals and equipment.
- May involve long hours and emergency on-call duties.
Compensation:
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- $55,000-$60,000
- Benefits package: Heath Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K
The Asher House is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.
Flexible work from home options available.