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