Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA · 11 hours ago
Seasonal Wildlife Center Administrator
Saratoga, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22.66/hr - $23/hr
0+ years expThe Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is a local, private, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to animal welfare. They are seeking a Seasonal Wildlife Center Administrator to act as a liaison to the public on wildlife-related inquiries and assist with various administrative tasks to enhance the organization's operations.
Health CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Field general information inquiries about wildlife by the public
Handle all incoming phone calls in a timely and professional manner and forwarding phone inquiries to their respective departments
When opportunities arise, counsel the public on issues related to co-existing with local wildlife, such as fledgling birds found on ground or cleaning bird feeders regularly
Provide assistance to other departments as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization, and improve quality of care for animals
Assist Manager with special projects as needed
Work quickly and effectively under pressure to deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Communicate professionally and effectively with coworkers and the public
Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area. Ensure necessary supplies are stocked and equipment is functional
Report items for repair/replacement as needed to appropriate supervisory staff
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent; and at least six months to one year of related customer service/receptionist experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Upon hire, must pass a background check
General knowledge of all wildlife laws and resources for San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties, or become knowledgeable within the first six months from hire date
Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Working knowledge of multi-line phone systems
Solid organizational and time management skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence
Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor at all times
Must have ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to analyze data and information and input into computer system
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Able to multitask and work efficiently and calmly under stressful circumstances. Must be able to work well in a team environment
Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to work on weekends and/or holidays as needed
Preferred
Experience in office work, with administrative skills such as record keeping and typing preferred
Benefits
Medical /Dental /Vision/Life/ Flex Spending
Sick, Vacation and Holiday pay
Employee Assistance Plan
Retirement plan & employer matching
Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions
Discounted euthanasia services/cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.
Company
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA
PHS/SPCA is a private, independent, non-profit, and our scope of services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-09-06
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