Description

Application Deadline:  11:59 PM, Tuesday, June 23, 2026

In 2019, the City of Long Beach implemented the Compassion Saves model of shelter operations which ensures that all healthy and treatable animals are saved. The mission of the Long Beach Animal Care Services Bureau is to ensure “Compassion Saves” by supporting the people and animals of our community through outreach, education, guidance, and support services. We protect shelter animals by creating an environment of care through enrichment and innovative programs, and by providing public safety and the humane treatment of animals to nearly 600,000 residents in five cities. With a staff of over 50 employees, and an annual operating budget of over $4.8 million, the Bureau will care for more than 6,000 live animals in 2025.

The Animal Care Services Bureau is seeking qualified candidates interested in applying for a Clerk I position.  There is currently one (1) full-time opening that will mainly support the shelter's front desk.  This position will work 40 hours per week, Wednesday through Sunday, including holidays.  Day shifts are typically assigned, but occasional evenings may be required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Sorts, files, routes, mails, and processes a wide variety of forms, memoranda, and correspondence;
• Answers telephones, takes messages, and gives information;
• Operates Xerox and other office machines;
• Performs simple typing tasks such as labels, index cards, and envelopes;
• May open, log and route mail;
• May maintain logs or records;
• May order supplies and verify delivery of goods;
• May receive payments and issue receipts;
• May operate a multiple telephone switchboard;
• May climb ladders, lift and load heavy boxes, and perform similar strenuous work;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

This position is open to all candidates meeting the following minimum qualifications:

• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically;
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license;
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public;
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience and/or volunteering in an animal shelter or other official animal welfare organization;
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Bilingual skills (Khmer, Spanish, and/or Tagalog);
• Experience interacting with people from a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Strong customer service, clerical, and administrative skills;
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize a heavy workload, and handle multiple assignments concurrently and efficiently;
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment;
• Ability to be sensitive to the needs of customers, community groups, and community leaders.