Animal Care Technician

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Job Overview:

We are seeking a part time Animal Care Technician to join our team to assist with animal care, enrichment, and other shelter duties

Responsibilities

• Clean and feed shelter animals, following shelter protocols for safe handling and prevention of disease transmission.
• Provide social enrichment and exercise to shelter animals under the direction of the Director of Animal Care Services.
• Observe the physical condition and behavior of animals and report anything unusual or concerning to medical staff.
• Assist with general duties such as dish washing, laundry, and maintaining a safe, clean and organized shelter.
• Assist with dispensing of medicines for animals in treatment and in preparation for adoption.
• At all times demonstrate courtesy to visitors, attention to detail in cleaning, professionalism in dress and behavior.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Education and Training:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience in animal handling or pet care (preferred)
• Experience working in a kennel environment (preferred)

Skills and traits:

Good health, no allergies to animals; ability to establish rapport easily with people and animals; integrity; loyalty; physical and emotional stamina; attention to detail; desire to work as a team.

Conditions:

Busy work day with multiple demands from people and animals; some heavy lifting; occasional emotionally intense situations.

Schedule:

Hours available range from 12 to 32 hours per week. Shifts are generally 7:30 am to 12 pm, or 1 pm to 5:30 pm. Some weekend shifts are needed.

We are seeking a compassionate person with good communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team setting. If you care about animals and have the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to be a part of our shelter team!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Experience:

• Animal Handling: 1 year (Preferred)
• Animal Medication Administration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Animal Care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person