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Maricopa County Government

Shelter Navigator Support for Animal Care & Control

Internship All branches

Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
1 location in Arizona
Job locations
Arizona
Career field
Office and Administrative Support

About the program

The Skillbridge participant will support the Diversion Team and the Business Office during this internship. They will learn the options available to residents to avoid surrendering their dogs to the shelter. They will assess cases, provide resources, and schedule appointments. Support services will be provided by phone, in person, and via email. Working closely with the Shelter Diversion Navigator, Business Office Supervisor, Customer Service Manager, Business Office Lead, and frontline staff, they will receive comprehensive training in performing necessary public services.

Jobs this program prepares you for

The Administrative Specialist performs a wide variety of specialized clerical and administrative work that requires the application of independent judgment within department policies and procedures.

Eligibility & prerequisites

The work location is an Animal Shelter. Work is generally performed in an office/administrative environment with the shelter. Some interaction with dogs is required.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

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