Job title: Part- Time Administrative Assistant - Woofie's of Western Loudoun in Purcellville, VA at Woofie's
Company: Woofie's
Job description: Fast-paced, growing pet care business is seeking a remote part-time Administrative Assistant to help with the day-to-day responsibilities of running the business. This position would require about 20 hours a week, but has the opportunity to expand into a full-time position as the company grows. Schedule must be flexible to accommodate possible evening and weekend hours. As a growing business, you would have varied responsibilities in a few operational areas. We wear many hats!
Must reside in Loudoun County, Virginia
Hours: Monday - Friday 4:00pm -6:00pm ; Saturdays 9:00am-4:00pm with occasional Sunday as needed.
Pay: $16-$18/hr.
Responsibilities:
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to any inquiries in a timely manner
- Scheduling of new and current clients to include re-scheduling
- Manage groomer and sitter schedules
- Manage client files and update the information accordingly
- Ensure all visits are assigned and completed
- Manage Outlook correspondence and respond in a timely manner
- Follow company procedures to organize messages
- Add appointment notes for groomers and sitters
- Be an emergency backup sitter
- Use company message boards as needed for communications
- Attend events and run errands as needed
- Perform other administrative tasks as assigned
Qualifications/Skills:
- MUST LOVE ANIMALS AND PEOPLE
- 1-3 years of customer service or data entry experience
- Detailed-oriented
- Previous use of scheduling software desired, but not necessary
- Proficient in Outlook
- Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess challenges, identify solutions, and implement effective resolution independently.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to perform well and stay upbeat, positive, and kind when you are pulled in multiple directions by multiple people (or pets) is an absolute must.
- Obsessive about lists and checking things off your to-do list
- A strong understanding of technology tools and the ability to learn quickly is important to master the tools we use in our business including basic Microsoft Office, Social Media platforms for business, and others specific to the pet care business.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to function at a high level of customer service and maturity.
- Must have your own reliable transportation and smartphone.
- Previous experience in the pet industry or with dogs & cats is preferred.
- Experience with events, marketing and social media a PLUS!
You are applying for work with a franchisee of Woofie’s, not Woofie’s Franchising SPE, LLC, or any of its affiliates. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Franchisees are independent business owners who are solely responsible for their own employees.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Expected salary: $16 - 18 per hour
Location: Purcellville, VA
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