Maricopa County
Posting Date
01/08/26
Application Deadline 01/11/26
Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $23.40 - $31.08 hourly Full Pay Range: $23.40 - $38.75 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Animal Care and Control
About the Position Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your administrative expertise while growing your skills in research, project coordination, and leadership support?
As the Management Assistant with the Animal Care and Control Department, you will gain meaningful experience by supporting work that directly impacts the community. In this role, you will provide direct support to the department's management team and serve as a resource to staff by offering guidance on administrative policies, procedures, and best practices.
Don't miss this opportunity to support our shelter and make a difference in your community. Submit your application today!
About Us Maricopa County Animal Care & Control employees are committed to animal welfare and strengthening the human‑animal bond in our community, and we are always looking to add talented individuals to our team, either at our West or East Valley Animal Care Centers. As one of the nation's largest open‑admission shelters, we work with our community to serve the animals and people of Maricopa County. Our adoptions, shelter, clinic, and animal services officer teams learn first‑hand about the proper care of homeless and stray animals and work hard to help find them new homes.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work‑life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low‑cost, high‑value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on‑site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Two years of administrative experience that includes research, report preparation, or project coordination
Associate's degree
A combination of related post‑secondary education or job‑related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year‑for‑year basis
We Also Value
Bachelor's degree
Experience with Animal Care agencies
Experience with process improvement or statistical analysis
Job Contributions
Research and analyze policies to assist with process improvement initiatives
Maintain the department SharePoint site, including org chart, phone tree, calendars, events, and maintain the Policy and Procedures folders
Act as telecom and facilities coordinator, assist with the fleet management program
Act as the department liaison for projects, vendors, and purchases
Ensure all IT equipment is provisioned and functioning for new hires. Collect old devices and review for replacement as needed
Lead the department's Safety Committee, Continuity of Operation Planning, assist with onboarding, and other key initiatives
Provide confidential administrative and clerical support to the Director and Deputy Director
Coordinate and manage staff recognition events as well as special projects and tasks
Review and respond to routine inquiries that do not require supervisory attention; answer questions and provide information regarding department policies and procedures and research and provide a variety of special reports and schedules; prepare materials for a variety of meetings
Assist other divisions with special projects to support the department
Working Conditions
This position works in a busy, often noisy, office setting within an animal shelter, with proximity to animals of all types. May be eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
Exposure to cleaning products used in animal shelters and the smells associated with animal housing
While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand and walk on all types of surfaces, sometimes slippery or uneven, and rough
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree
The position may require travel during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used in County business
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Application Deadline 01/11/26
Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $23.40 - $31.08 hourly Full Pay Range: $23.40 - $38.75 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Animal Care and Control
About the Position Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your administrative expertise while growing your skills in research, project coordination, and leadership support?
As the Management Assistant with the Animal Care and Control Department, you will gain meaningful experience by supporting work that directly impacts the community. In this role, you will provide direct support to the department's management team and serve as a resource to staff by offering guidance on administrative policies, procedures, and best practices.
Don't miss this opportunity to support our shelter and make a difference in your community. Submit your application today!
About Us Maricopa County Animal Care & Control employees are committed to animal welfare and strengthening the human‑animal bond in our community, and we are always looking to add talented individuals to our team, either at our West or East Valley Animal Care Centers. As one of the nation's largest open‑admission shelters, we work with our community to serve the animals and people of Maricopa County. Our adoptions, shelter, clinic, and animal services officer teams learn first‑hand about the proper care of homeless and stray animals and work hard to help find them new homes.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work‑life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low‑cost, high‑value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on‑site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Two years of administrative experience that includes research, report preparation, or project coordination
Associate's degree
A combination of related post‑secondary education or job‑related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year‑for‑year basis
We Also Value
Bachelor's degree
Experience with Animal Care agencies
Experience with process improvement or statistical analysis
Job Contributions
Research and analyze policies to assist with process improvement initiatives
Maintain the department SharePoint site, including org chart, phone tree, calendars, events, and maintain the Policy and Procedures folders
Act as telecom and facilities coordinator, assist with the fleet management program
Act as the department liaison for projects, vendors, and purchases
Ensure all IT equipment is provisioned and functioning for new hires. Collect old devices and review for replacement as needed
Lead the department's Safety Committee, Continuity of Operation Planning, assist with onboarding, and other key initiatives
Provide confidential administrative and clerical support to the Director and Deputy Director
Coordinate and manage staff recognition events as well as special projects and tasks
Review and respond to routine inquiries that do not require supervisory attention; answer questions and provide information regarding department policies and procedures and research and provide a variety of special reports and schedules; prepare materials for a variety of meetings
Assist other divisions with special projects to support the department
Working Conditions
This position works in a busy, often noisy, office setting within an animal shelter, with proximity to animals of all types. May be eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
Exposure to cleaning products used in animal shelters and the smells associated with animal housing
While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods and occasionally stand and walk on all types of surfaces, sometimes slippery or uneven, and rough
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree
The position may require travel during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used in County business
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr