Full-Time or Part-Time Receptionist (posted: September 01, 2008)
Full time or part-time receptionist position with some animal contact and heavy contact with the public. Ability to answer multiple line telephones and multi-tasking skills are needed. Excellent customer service skills a must. Full-time pay starts at $10.50/hr and the schedule is Tuesday through Saturday (12-8:30pm weekdays and 9-5:30pm on Saturdays). Part-time pay starts at $10.40/hr and the schedule is Wed. & Thurs., 12pm-8:30pm; Sat., 9am-5:30pm. We are an "open door" shelter with a high adoption rate and a low euthanasia rate for adoptable animals. Join our team at the Alexandria Animal Shelter and help us give homeless animals the compassionate care that they deserve. Visit our web site at www.alexandriaanimals.org to download the application and administrative questionnaire. Please send resumes and questionnaires to AWLA, Attn. Tara Blot, 4101 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304, fax to (703)838-4862, or send email to tblot@alexandriaanimals.org

Full-Time Development Assistant (posted: September 01, 2008)
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is currently seeking a full-time Development Assistant. Responsibilities will include providing support to the Director of Development in maintaining the League’s donor database, acknowledging donors, assembling mailing lists and assisting with other general office duties and fundraising projects. Candidates must meet the following requirements: high school diploma or equivalent, attention to detail, proficient in word processing, spreadsheet and database software programs, able to work independently and follow through on assignments. $10.50/hr + excellent benefits package. Please fill out the job application and administrative questionnaire found at www.alexandriaanimals.org and fax it along with your resume to 703-838-4862 ATTN: Lisabeth Adams OR email to ladams@alexandriaanimals.org.

Animal Care Technician (posted: September 01, 2008)
WORK IN ANIMAL CARE!! The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is currently looking for Animal Care Technicians. This position has many opportunities for someone who wants to enter the field of Animal Sheltering. While rewarding in many ways, this job and the environment can be stressful and physically and emotionally demanding. If you’re willing and able to: 1. Be a part of an energetic and compassionate group 2. Provide medical care such as vaccinations, diagnostics, medication and wound treatment 3. Scrub kennels (physical labor) inside and outside in humid or cold conditions 4. Nurture and care for neglected animals 5. Work independently and responsibly but also as a member of our team 6. Communicate with co-workers and the public 7. Follow directions thoroughly 8. Euthanize animals according to the policies of the League and Virginia State laws 9. Work with a positive attitude 10. Show compassion to all animals and people 11. Bathe sick and/or parasite infected animals 12. Bend or stoop for moderate periods of time 13. Lift 50 pounds ….this might be a job for you. We have full time positions available: Sun-Wed 7am-5:30pm and Wed-Sat 7am-5:30pm. Starting salary is between $10-$11 dependent upon experience. Excellent benefits for full time employees. Training is available. Consideration will be given to those with Animal Care experience and to those considering a change of career. Contact Suzanne at (703) 838-4774 x224 or sdalonzo@alexandriaanimals.org for more information. An application and questionnaire can be downloaded on our web site. Faxes should be sent “Attention Suzanne D'Alonzo” and faxed to (703) 838-4862.

Administrative Manager (posted: August 29, 2008)
The Administrative Manager is responsible for the overall management of the administrative, human resources, payroll, and information technology activities of the League. In addition, the Manager of Administration will provide program oversight for the Spay-Neuter Program and the Licensing Program, and will handle preliminary activities related to finances. The Manager of Administration has supervisory responsibility for the Administrative and Reception Staff, including shared supervision of the Animal Control Clerk. Good candidates for this position are those with exceptional organizational and people skills, as well as previous supervisory and HR experience. The person in this position must understand all areas of the shelter, and is very much the “go to” person for the staff. Of course, this person must love animals as well! Excellent benefits package and negotiable salary, starting at $40K+ per year. Please fill out the job application and administrative questionnaire found at www.alexandriaanimals.org and fax it to 703-838-4862 ATTN: Tara Blot OR email to tblot@alexandriaanimals.org.

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