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Title: Birthday Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Events

Reports to: Events Supervisor

Job Summary

To advance the mission and programs of the Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) by coordinating and executing successful birthday parties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Responsible for communicating in a timely manner when birthday party requests are received to confirm details with outside parties.

+ Responsible for leading birthday party activities such as mock pet adoptions, animal guests, and activities/crafts that are selected by the individuals requesting the party.

+ Responsible for set-up and clean-up before and after birthday parties.

+ Responsible for the welfare of any animal throughout the birthday party.

+ Facilitates a fun and friendly environment for all guests and for representing the ARL in alignment with the organization’s values.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Duties:

N/A

Education & Work Experience

+ Experience with animal handling, required.

+ Experience coordinating small-scale events, required.

Qualifications

+ Must be able to function in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

+ Must possess excellent customer service, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills and be able to resolve conflict effectively.

+ Proficient in accurate spelling and grammar.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Suite.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

+ Ability to life up to 50 lbs.

+ Work may expose employee to odors, diseases of animals that are possibly contagious, bites, scratches, animal waste, and moderate noise level.

+ Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time.

Saturdays & Sundays as parties are scheduled