Administrative Specialist II—Animal Services

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Starting Salary: $17.59–$19.25 (depending on experience)

When you click on the provided link to apply, please either fill out Work History section in the application or include a resume, cover letter, or other document explaining your experience.

About this Position

The Administrative Specialist II for Animal Services performs general clerical services, including maintaining financial records and associated paperwork, and related duties specific to the department. Work can be of a highly confidential in nature and involves the skilled use of a computer. This position is a great opportunity to make a difference in Edmond!

This position works 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with the occasional weekend as needed. Other options can be discussed but not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Interact with the public, employees, volunteers, etc. by phone and in-person
• Monitor the dispatch radio, dispatch officers, and contact employees by walkie-talkie
• Perform daily tasks involving animal adoption, release, surrender, and acquisition
• Help euthanize animals as necessary
• Handle money and daily deposits
• Maintain financial records and receipts
• Reconcile and submit credit card receipts to Purchasing
• Order veterinary supplies, office supplies, and general supplies
• Interact with and support volunteers and the volunteer program
• Maintain written records and monthly statistics for the Chameleon Program
• Maintain monthly statistics for the Animal Count program
• Maintain travel and training records for the department

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One (1) year of animal-related experience and/or training
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must obtain euthanasia certificate from Oklahoma veterinarian board within one (1) year
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier

Necessary Skills

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to exercise trustworthy service, courtesy, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work on weekends for special events
• Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
• Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug and audio screenings

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
• Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Potential for bilingual pay
• A tangible impact to the Animal Services Department and residents in the City of Edmond
• A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.