This is responsible communications work coordinating the ‘live outcomes’ and placement of animals at the animal shelter by means of adoption, transfer, owner reclaims, and owner surrender prevention through the use of social media platforms and personal contact.

JurisdictionYearly Salary Mobile County$39,471 - $63,100

City of Mobile$33,263 - $53,176

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test, and a minimum of three years customer service, public relations, and clerical experience, including a minimum of one year experience in social media networking and communications; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirement

Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.For details, please see the Class Specifications | ANIMAL PLACEMENT SPECIALIST | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com).

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, “email” should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL.

Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director

The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers.

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