Animal Care Technician

Who We Are

Compassion Without Borders is a grassroots 501c3 non-profit dedicated to providing brighter futures to animals in need on both sides of the border. Our programs include rescue, low-cost veterinary wellness and spay/neuter clinics, and humane education. We have operations both in California and Mexico.

Animal Care Technician - Muttopia

Muttopia, Compassion Without Borders' shelter based in Santa Rosa CA, is looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and positive person to join our team as an Animal Care Technician.

If you are passionate about animal welfare, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals in our community.

POSITION TYPE: Part-time, non-exempt

POSITION SALARY: $18 to $19 per hour, depending on experience.

Role Overview: Reporting directly to the Operations Director, the Animal Care Technician (ACT) ensures the optimal care and attention for all sheltered animals at Muttopia. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including animal care, housing maintenance, cleaning, feeding, medicating, exercising, occasional grooming, enriching their environment, and maintaining accurate records. The ACT also contributes to upholding a clean, sanitary shelter environment, as well as assisting the public and volunteers as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Thoroughly clean and sanitize animal housing areas, cages, and runs to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.

• Provide nourishment and fresh drinking water to all shelter animals, observing their appetites and food preferences and promptly reporting any concerns to medical staff and supervisors.

• Engage in janitorial tasks such as mopping floors, laundry duties, dishwashing, and light maintenance.

• Properly store, unload, and restock equipment, supplies, and feed.

• Monitor the daily health, safety, behavior, and appearance of shelter animals, promptly reporting any issues that require behavioral, training, or medical attention.

• Administer prescribed medications and supplements as directed by medical staff.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records as necessary.

• Offer specialized care, including walking dogs, socializing, providing enrichment, co-housing, and caring for isolated animals.

• Maintain a consistently professional, courteous, and tactful demeanor with colleagues and the public.

• Participate in scheduled classes by the Behavior and Training Department and Shelter Medicine, as required.

• Actively support and advocate for the mission and goals of Compassion Without Borders.

• Fulfill all assigned duties effectively.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

• Ability to prioritize based on need.

• Display self-motivation, responsibility, strong interpersonal skills, and multitasking capabilities in a fast-paced setting.

• Knowledge of domestic animal breeds, diseases, health care, basic animal behavior, and body language.

• Proficient oral and written communication skills.

• Skill in delegation when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Preferred: Six months of related animal care experience.

• Proficiency in humane animal handling, restraint, and confinement.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Availability to cover for sick leave or planned vacations as required.

• Commitment to a year-long tenure as an Animal Care Technician at Compassion Without Borders.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The following physical demands and work environment conditions are representative of those essential to the role's performance. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to interact with and handle animals.

• Standing and walking for extended periods.

• Effective verbal communication and listening skills.

• Lifting, moving, and carrying objects and animals up to 50 pounds.

• Varied physical actions such as bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, climbing, and balancing.

• Exposure to varying temperatures due to our indoor-outdoor shelter setup, necessitating appropriate seasonal clothing.

• Contact with disinfecting agents and potential risks associated with animal handling, including bites, scratches, and waste.

• Potential exposure to zoonotic diseases.

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Act with Compassion: We are guided by a fierce compassion in everything we do: compassion for the animals and people we serve; each other; and the work we are called to do.
• Create Equity: We approach every interaction with deep respect for everyone involved.
• Choose Hope: We choose hope, to strengthen our resolve and give greater meaning to the work we do.
• Collaborate to Do More: We believe we can do so much more together than we can alone, so we collaborate with others to create as much good as possible.
• Sustainability is Key: We recognize and seek to minimize the impact of ourselves and our everyday workplace habits on the health and well-being of the planet.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Compassion Without Borders is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization does not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, age, gender, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We are mission-driven and strive to demonstrate our Core Values while seeking candidates who align with a compassionate response to animal welfare.

If you're passionate about animal welfare, possess the skills and qualities we're seeking, and are ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for the Animal Care Technician position at Muttopia. Your dedication and care will make a positive impact on the lives of the animals we serve.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Santa Rosa, CA 95407: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.50 - $19.50 per hour

Schedule:

• Every weekend

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19