Logistics Coordinator, Mobile Veterinary Services

ASPCA • Full-time • Paramount, California, United States • USD $25 - USD $26 / hour • 3m ago

Summary:

Who we are:

Have you ever wondered what happens to cats and dogs whose owners are unable to afford veterinary care? We did. The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. We help pet owners overcome barriers to care, bringing quality services directly to the communities that need us most and partially or fully subsidizing the cost of basic and preventive care. CM treats people and pets with dignity and respect, assisting pet owners in making informed decisions about their pets’ health and well-being regardless of their financial circumstances. When you come to work at the ASPCA, you join a team of over 1,000 dedicated colleagues with deep knowledge, skills, and passion for the animals we serve.

What you’ll do:

The Logistics Coordinator provides multi-functional support, ensuring that operational requirements are met in support of ASPCA’s Los Angeles Mobile Veterinary Services (MVS) program. The Logistics Coordinator will assist in the maintenance of a fleet of mobile veterinary clinics deployed by the MVS program, where animal well-being, teamwork, and serving the community are at the core of our work. The Logistics Coordinator ensures daily that mobile clinics are ready for service by stocking, cleaning, safety inspecting, coordinating vehicle maintenance, and driving large vehicles. The Logistics Coordinator has the knowledge and flexibility to step in as needed to ensure continuity in programming, including filling in as a driver and assisting the Client Operations team as needed with client intake, events, data entry and community outreach.

What you’ll get:

Paid vacation time to relax
Paid sick time to heal
Ten paid holidays to observe
Plus - paid personal time to celebrate what and when you like
Terrific benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax dependent care and health flexible spending accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions beginning after one year of service, employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance and more (note that benefits are subject to change annually)
Room to grow: the ASPCA offers robust professional development programs
Support: we are one of the largest and most impactful animal welfare organizations in the world, so you will always have a strong team to lean on and cheer you on

For more information on our benefits offerings,visit our website.

Compensation

Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary range for this role is set forth below and may be modified in the future.

The target hiring range for this role is $25.00 - $26.45

Work Schedule and Location:

This is typically a Monday – Friday, 8-hour schedule with flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled workday. The position is based at the ASPCA Community Medicine Logistic Center in Paramount, CA. The typical schedule for this role is 10am-6 pm, however flexibility in scheduling is preferred, as occasional early morning shifts may be available.

Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Logistics (90%)

Open or close the mobile Logistics Center as needed, deploying mobile clinics in the morning or receiving them in the evening
Follow all safety protocols, including ASPCA, OSHA and DOT guidelines; address and/or promptly report safety concerns
Support MVS team in troubleshooting and problem-solving clinic issues that arise throughout the day; respond to urgent requests for supplies or support in the field as needed
Drive large vehicles throughout Los Angeles County
Park and maneuver large mobile clinics within the garage and spot for drivers maneuvering vehicles
Log and report repair requests from medicals teams; communicate status updates
Clean and stock mobile clinics as requested and ensure mobile clinics are ready for service
Clean logistics center daily (sweeping, mopping, disinfecting), including break area and staff restrooms
Materials handling: receive, record and put away supply shipments; operate a pallet jack to handle large shipments
Track invoices and receipts for accounting purposes
Prepare supplies for use: unwrap syringes, cut and fold surgical drapes, clean surgical instruments; wrap and sterilize surgical packs daily according to ASPCA guidelines
Launder medical linens
Make copies of client handouts
Assist with daily cash deposits and armored car pickups

Program Support (10%):

Work as a member of the MVS team to help the program run safely and smoothly: communicate effectively, troubleshoot problem areas, support one another, and propose solutions
Collaborate and foster effective communication with ASPCA colleagues
Follow CM Standard Operating Procedures
Comply with controlled drug protocols according to DEA guidelines and ASPCA Policy
Attend mandatory staff meetings and training workshops

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:

Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals

Qualifications:

Must be willing and comfortable learning to drive our 37 feet long Mobile Clinics (training provided by ASPCA)
Must provide a valid driver’s license upon hire
Must pass a motor vehicle history check demonstrating a safe driving history
Must pass a Department of Transportation Medical Exam
This is a physically demanding position that requires lifting up to 40 lbs without assistance and over this weight with assistance, and the ability to consistently stand, bend, lift, and climb during the course of a regular work shift
Ability to operate large vehicles or willing to learn
Experience using a computer and navigating software applications
Excellent communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong customer service skills

Education and Work Experience:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required
Minimum 2 years of professional work experience required
Minimum 1 year of driving experience required, large vehicle driving experience preferred

Language:

English (Required)

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Qualifications:

See above for qualifications details.

Language:

Education and Work Experience:

Associates, Bachelors, High School Diploma (Required)

Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

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ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.

The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.

The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.

At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

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