Weekend Kennel Worker

Save A Dog is looking for a kennel assistant to join our Shelter Team. The job entails cleaning kennels, feeding the dogs, supervising outside play groups, administering meds, and maintaining a safe environment for the animals and the humans.

You will work also work as part of the Shelter team, which includes volunteers, hence we’re looking for someone who can work as part of a team. You will provide enrichment for the dogs as well as preparing them for adoption, using reward-based training.

The current needs are for Tuesdays and Wednesdays 7-3 and Saturdays 9-5. Someone who can respond to arising needs and provide additional hours would be ideal. The hours can quickly be increased to 25-30 hours a week. Vet tech or related experience is a plus for this job, especially if you can conduct fecal tests. Some knowledge of office software is a plus. The ability to work as part of a team and to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers is required for this job. Send resume to contact@saveadog.org. Some heavy lifting is required such as carrying 30 lb. bags of food or carrying an occasional dog. Occasionally there is cat care. There is some heavy lifting involved.

The ideal candidate would have previous demonstrated dog handling experience and/or have worked in a kennel, shelter, or doggy daycare. We are looking for a friendly, outgoing person who not only loves dogs, but who also has good communication skills and a friendly demeanor as you will be working as part of a team. A gentle approach with dogs is a must as some dogs are timid.

Save A Dog is a private, non-profit 501c3 animal shelter dedicated to rescuing, sheltering and re-homing abandoned dogs. We work entirely for the good of each dog and are committed to find the appropriate home for each dog. Save A Dog uses a holistic protocol, including homeopathic remedies, and we feed our rescued dogs a nutritious diet with various supplements added.

Qualifications
- Kennel experience
- Proficiency in animal handling and restraint
- Dog training skills
- Ability to handle heavy lifting
- Strong communication skills
- Customer service experience
- Veterinary background a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Days:

• Every weekend
• Holidays

Application Question(s):

• What is your dog and cat handling experience?

Experience:

• Kennel work: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20