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October 11, 2024

Parachutes for Pets

Calgary

PART TIME


Project Manager & Pet Thrift Store Associate

Job Overview:
Parachutes for Pets is looking for a versatile and motivated individual to join our team as a part-time Sales Associate at You Thrifty Animal, our pet store located in Kensington, and a Project Manager/Support Specialist at the Pet Advocacy Center. This role will focus on a combination of retail sales, inventory management, exceptional customer service, coordinating donation pickups and drop-offs, and providing administrative support as needed.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and step in to assist wherever necessary.
This part-time position offers the potential for growth into a full-time role.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and execute donation pick-ups and drop-offs (must have a valid driver’s license, drivers abstract required)
  • Liaise with partners and maintain stakeholder relationships
  • Part Time Thrift Sales Associate
  • Engage with customers to provide exceptional customer service
  • Utilize product knowledge to assist customers in finding the right pet productions, while educating on Parachutes for Pets
  • Accept donations
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace
  • Process transactions accurately and efficiently
  • Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly
  • Events assistant when required
  • Responsible for set up and tear down of booth and mobile thrift at events
  • Engage with customers, education of Parachutes for Pets
  • Administrative Assistant
  • General administrative tasks including entering client data, reporting on sales
  • Create monthly newsletters
  • Tax receipts and mail out campaigns
  • Social Media Assistant
  • Content creation, posts and reels
  • Monitor social media accounts
Skills:
  • Ability to work independently
  • Experience in retail, POS experience (Square), including cash handling and customer service
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace, Sheets, Docs and Forms
  • Ability to learn new computer software quickly such as Time To Pet, Monday, Sales Force, Slack, Ticketing Platforms etc.
  • Comfortable working around pets (cats and dogs)
  • Strong communication and multitasking skills
  • Ability to wok in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing tasks
  • Basic graphic design
  • Basic website editing, including uploading content and images
  • Knowledge of social media platforms, basic understanding of posts and reels.
  • Event planning and coordination experience
  • Able to supervise and manage volunteers
Qualifications:
  • Event experience - 2 years, volunteer or paid
  • Customer service experience - 3 years
  • Social Media experience - 2 years
  • Pet behavior experience (asset but not required)
  • First Aid Certification (asset but not required)
  • Valid Driver's License (drivers abstract required)
  • Able to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Physically able to lift 50lbs
  • No pet allergies
Schedule:
Mostly Day Shift
Wednesday - Sunday
Evenings when required

Benefits:
  • Opportunity to make a positive impact on animal welfare and contribute to meaningful initiatives
  • Flexible part-time schedule with the potential for growth
  • Hands-on experience in event coordination and community outreach
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment with a passionate team
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Discounted or free food
  • Store discount
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Weekends as needed
Experience:
  • Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
  • Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)
  • Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
  • Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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