King County
Salary:
$34.09 - $43.21 Hourly Location :
Kent, WA Job Type:
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Job Number:
2025KC25357 Department:
DES - Executive Services Division:
RALS - Records & Licensing Svc Opening Date:
09/11/2025 Closing Date:
9/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
P1 : ACOG-Animal Control-DES (RALS) Full- or Part-Time:
Full Time Hours/Week:
40 hours/week
Summary This recruitment is only open to current King County employees
Are you someone who takes great interest in the health and wellbeing of animals and can also work considerately and effectively with their human owners? Are you interested in being a leader in service excellence, committed to building an enduring legacy of continuous improvement and employee engagement? Are you a team player? Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is seeking dynamic and experienced
Foster Program Coordinator .
RASKC provides animal services to 24 cities and unincorporated King County, this includes: rescuing stray, injured, neglected or abused pets; reuniting orphaned pets with families and/or helping them find forever homes through RASKC's pet adoption centers in Kent and Kirkland, including several other partner locations; providing pet licensing services; a wide array of volunteering opportunities and much more. King County is a national leader in improving animal outcomes as a municipal shelter, using data and model practices to maintain a high live release rate (above 90%).
Records and Licensing Services' guiding principles and core values govern our roles and responsibilities as employees. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values of; Collaboration, Service Oriented, Results-Focused, Accountability, Innovation, Fair, Just, and Professional.
ABOUT RECORDS & LICENSING SERVICES (RALS)
The Records and Licensing Services Division (RALS) is a division of the
RALS operates within a statutory framework that is prescribed by state law and county code. Many of the services administered by the division are mandated by state law, and are provided in King County on a regional basis across jurisdictional boundaries. RALS also provides certain local services to unincorporated King County and by contract with many local municipalities throughout King County. In addition, RALS is responsible for providing internal services that are necessary for purposes of business efficiency and meeting various legal responsibilities.
RALS is responsible for: Recording documents related to real property sales and other transactions and making them accessible for members of the public, businesses, and other government agencies Collecting and dispersing real estate excise tax payments on the conveyance of real property in King County Providing licensing and information services and promoting public safety by administering and enforcing vehicle and vessel licensing and taxi and transportation network company (TNC) regulations Providing internal mail services and physical and electronic records management services to all county agencies Providing animal care and control services for the protection of property, human health, and safety and promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare through education and licensing programs via public and private sector partnerships RALS is committed to service excellence and building an enduring legacy through continuous improvement. RALS uses Lean practices to improve our operations, programs, public and internal services, and employee safety. We accomplish this through an equity lens, creating a learning environment, and employee engagement.
To learn more about RALS, please visit our website at:
Job Duties Scope of Job Duties : To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum demonstrate skill and ability to:
Provide support and maintain a high level of communication with Foster program volunteers. Train volunteers in proper animal care; explain and ensure adherence to program procedures, policies and guidelines. Draft and maintain program procedural documentation; provide input on policy development. Work closely with management team and staff to coordinate placement of animals into and from foster care to ensure shelter capacity is optimal for the season and available resources. Ensure that vaccines, worming and other medical treatments are scheduled and administered as needed prior, during or following fostering as directed by a RASKC Veterinarian. Maintain detailed and accurate files, records and data, especially pertaining to the animal and volunteer database and records; adhere to records retention policies and procedures. Answer incoming calls and respond to voicemail and email messages from program volunteers and others promptly and professionally. Submit monthly program activity reports and other data as requested. Work with the Volunteer Coordinator in the recruitment of Foster care volunteers to expand the program; provide feedback about program volunteers. Refer difficult issues with volunteers to Volunteer Coordinator for resolution. Assist in training clinic and shelter employees in Foster program policies and procedures. Monitor foster program inventory. Order supplies or notify appropriate individuals as needed to maintain adequate supply level. Attend meetings with work groups as necessary; attend other meetings as requested. Assure a clean, orderly working environment. Provide basic animal care to foster animals, including cleaning, feeding and watering. Work on other assigned programs and projects seasonally, as time allows. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills We are looking for candidates who:
Possess intermediate knowledge of animal health, behavior and nutrition, as well as animal handling techniques and procedures. Work directly with animals in an animal shelter environment and understand associated policies and practices. Have worked with volunteers, especially training and mentoring them. Possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Demonstrate effective prioritization of work duties. Are skilled in organization, planning, scheduling and time management. Are empathetic and effective communicators. Proficient in using Office Productivity tools in your daily work (King County uses Microsoft Office intensively) and experience with Chameleon (or a similar data management product such as veterinary practice management software).Have worked with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrate exceptional skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Supplemental Information WORK LOCATION:
Regional Animal Services of King County - 21615 64th Ave S. Kent WA, 98032
WORK SCHEDULE:
The animal shelter operates 7 days a week and the schedule for this position will be Monday-Friday schedule between the hours of 7:30am - 6:30pm. Exact hours will be determined prior to first day. This position is covered by the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible and at times may be mandatory.
UNION REPRESENTATION:
This position is represented by ACOG - Animal Control - Department of Executive Services (Records and Licensing Services).
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is open to
current King County employees.
A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter and resume, however, cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact Karina Cordova, Human Resource Analyst, by e-mail at or by phone at 206-848-0395. This recruitment may be used to fill additional career service vacancies for up to six months. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs For additional information about employee benefits, visit our
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE:
Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting. 01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one. No.
02
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff Required Question
$34.09 - $43.21 Hourly Location :
Kent, WA Job Type:
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week Job Number:
2025KC25357 Department:
DES - Executive Services Division:
RALS - Records & Licensing Svc Opening Date:
09/11/2025 Closing Date:
9/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit:
P1 : ACOG-Animal Control-DES (RALS) Full- or Part-Time:
Full Time Hours/Week:
40 hours/week
Summary This recruitment is only open to current King County employees
Are you someone who takes great interest in the health and wellbeing of animals and can also work considerately and effectively with their human owners? Are you interested in being a leader in service excellence, committed to building an enduring legacy of continuous improvement and employee engagement? Are you a team player? Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is seeking dynamic and experienced
Foster Program Coordinator .
RASKC provides animal services to 24 cities and unincorporated King County, this includes: rescuing stray, injured, neglected or abused pets; reuniting orphaned pets with families and/or helping them find forever homes through RASKC's pet adoption centers in Kent and Kirkland, including several other partner locations; providing pet licensing services; a wide array of volunteering opportunities and much more. King County is a national leader in improving animal outcomes as a municipal shelter, using data and model practices to maintain a high live release rate (above 90%).
Records and Licensing Services' guiding principles and core values govern our roles and responsibilities as employees. We are actively seeking employees whose behavior is in alignment with our division's core values of; Collaboration, Service Oriented, Results-Focused, Accountability, Innovation, Fair, Just, and Professional.
ABOUT RECORDS & LICENSING SERVICES (RALS)
The Records and Licensing Services Division (RALS) is a division of the
RALS operates within a statutory framework that is prescribed by state law and county code. Many of the services administered by the division are mandated by state law, and are provided in King County on a regional basis across jurisdictional boundaries. RALS also provides certain local services to unincorporated King County and by contract with many local municipalities throughout King County. In addition, RALS is responsible for providing internal services that are necessary for purposes of business efficiency and meeting various legal responsibilities.
RALS is responsible for: Recording documents related to real property sales and other transactions and making them accessible for members of the public, businesses, and other government agencies Collecting and dispersing real estate excise tax payments on the conveyance of real property in King County Providing licensing and information services and promoting public safety by administering and enforcing vehicle and vessel licensing and taxi and transportation network company (TNC) regulations Providing internal mail services and physical and electronic records management services to all county agencies Providing animal care and control services for the protection of property, human health, and safety and promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare through education and licensing programs via public and private sector partnerships RALS is committed to service excellence and building an enduring legacy through continuous improvement. RALS uses Lean practices to improve our operations, programs, public and internal services, and employee safety. We accomplish this through an equity lens, creating a learning environment, and employee engagement.
To learn more about RALS, please visit our website at:
Job Duties Scope of Job Duties : To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum demonstrate skill and ability to:
Provide support and maintain a high level of communication with Foster program volunteers. Train volunteers in proper animal care; explain and ensure adherence to program procedures, policies and guidelines. Draft and maintain program procedural documentation; provide input on policy development. Work closely with management team and staff to coordinate placement of animals into and from foster care to ensure shelter capacity is optimal for the season and available resources. Ensure that vaccines, worming and other medical treatments are scheduled and administered as needed prior, during or following fostering as directed by a RASKC Veterinarian. Maintain detailed and accurate files, records and data, especially pertaining to the animal and volunteer database and records; adhere to records retention policies and procedures. Answer incoming calls and respond to voicemail and email messages from program volunteers and others promptly and professionally. Submit monthly program activity reports and other data as requested. Work with the Volunteer Coordinator in the recruitment of Foster care volunteers to expand the program; provide feedback about program volunteers. Refer difficult issues with volunteers to Volunteer Coordinator for resolution. Assist in training clinic and shelter employees in Foster program policies and procedures. Monitor foster program inventory. Order supplies or notify appropriate individuals as needed to maintain adequate supply level. Attend meetings with work groups as necessary; attend other meetings as requested. Assure a clean, orderly working environment. Provide basic animal care to foster animals, including cleaning, feeding and watering. Work on other assigned programs and projects seasonally, as time allows. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills We are looking for candidates who:
Possess intermediate knowledge of animal health, behavior and nutrition, as well as animal handling techniques and procedures. Work directly with animals in an animal shelter environment and understand associated policies and practices. Have worked with volunteers, especially training and mentoring them. Possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Demonstrate effective prioritization of work duties. Are skilled in organization, planning, scheduling and time management. Are empathetic and effective communicators. Proficient in using Office Productivity tools in your daily work (King County uses Microsoft Office intensively) and experience with Chameleon (or a similar data management product such as veterinary practice management software).Have worked with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrate exceptional skills in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Supplemental Information WORK LOCATION:
Regional Animal Services of King County - 21615 64th Ave S. Kent WA, 98032
WORK SCHEDULE:
The animal shelter operates 7 days a week and the schedule for this position will be Monday-Friday schedule between the hours of 7:30am - 6:30pm. Exact hours will be determined prior to first day. This position is covered by the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible and at times may be mandatory.
UNION REPRESENTATION:
This position is represented by ACOG - Animal Control - Department of Executive Services (Records and Licensing Services).
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is open to
current King County employees.
A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter and resume, however, cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
If you have any questions, please contact Karina Cordova, Human Resource Analyst, by e-mail at or by phone at 206-848-0395. This recruitment may be used to fill additional career service vacancies for up to six months. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan Transportation program and ORCA transit pass 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays Generous vacation and paid sick leave Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves Flexible Spending Account Wellness programs Onsite activity centers Employee Giving Program Employee assistance programs Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position Training and career development programs For additional information about employee benefits, visit our
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE:
Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting. 01
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one. No.
02
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff Required Question