Front Desk Assistance

Front Desk Assistance

Overview: The front desk is a person's first and last stop when visiting the APF. Front Desk Assistants help ensure all runs smoothly in this high traffic area.

Job Duties:
- Greet clients upon arrival
- Answer phones professionally and positively 
- Check voicemails and return calls as appropriate
- Restock Science Diet sample bags, adoption bag supplies, adoption folders, copy paper, clipboards, pens, forms, etc.
- Stamp cremation tags
- Create adoption folders
- Lost & Found follow-up calls
- Cremation pick up calls
- Adoption follow-up calls
- Restock and straighten Beasley's merchandise
- Disinfect phones, computers, register, countertops, doors and handles, volunteer center, etc.
- Sweep and mop the lobby floor (including behind the desk)

Days & Times Needed: Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00-2:00 pm

Requirements: Communicate in a way that demonstrates and promotes collaboration, cooperation, problem solving, and interpersonal skills to foster a positive work environment, teamwork, and productivity. Other requirements are as follows:
  • Must follow the mission of the APF
  • Must attend the New Volunteer Orientation, Animal Handling training, and Adoption Counselor training
  • Knowledge of APF policies and protocols
  • Ability to represent the APF in a profession manner in all situations with the public, volunteers, and staff
  • Must be observant and communicate effectively 
  • Must be patient, courteous, outgoing, and able to handle stressful situations when dealing with customers and animals
  • Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting protocols
  • Must read animal documentation prior to interacting with animal
  • Ability to learn and quickly adapt to changes in programs and procedures
  • Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
  • Must be able to squat and bend, lift and reach, stand for up to 2 hours, and lift up to 20 lbs
  • Able to withstand exposure to animal odors, diseases, possible contagious conditions, bites, scratches, animal waste, moderate noise levels, and cleaning chemicals
  • Working knowledge of cat behavior, breeds, diseases, and medical conditions is a plus
  • Computer proficiency, willingness to independently learn new technology and skills