Wildlife Care Technician (Seasonal)

Anderson Humane is a progressive, limited-admission humane society with an annual intake of approximately 4,000 companion animals. Our wildlife rehabilitation program cares for over 3,000 injured and orphaned native Illinois animals each year with a survival rate of over 70%. We are a fast-paced organization dedicated to the animals in our care and the people we impact; and we work hard to create a positive work environment.

Our Wildlife Care Technicians are a big factor in the success of our wildlife program each year. We emphasize the importance of exercising humane and confident handling of a wide variety of wildlife species at all times. Our team of Wildlife Rehabilitators needs Wildlife Care Techs to help with the daily husbandry of our injured and orphaned wildlife patients; completing daily hand feedings of orphaned animals while directing interns and volunteers at our Elburn location. Compensation is $15.00 per hour;  Wildlife Care Techs are hired for Anderson Humane’s busy season (April through October) and work four consecutive days a week including one weekend day.

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What you’ll be doing

·         Supervising and assisting Wildlife volunteers and interns with animal husbandry tasks, like

    o   preparing meals

    o   ensuring all animals’ immediate needs are met, and enrichment is provided

    o   routinely cleaning animal areas; including laundry and dishes

·         Assisting Wildlife staff manage cases of severe illness and trauma; such as fluid therapy, wound care, and administering injections and medications.

·         Handling wildlife animals with a high level of caution and compassion while being attentive to their needs and well-being.

·         Engaging in positive and constructive conversations with the public on proper care of wildlife animals. 

What to expect

·         Willingness and ability to work with animals of all temperaments and species.

·         Exposure to high noise levels; potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, animal bites, and scratches.

·         Staying active: walking, standing up to 10 hours a day; and lifting up to 50 pounds (with assistance).

·         The need for safety awareness due to animal exposure.

What you’ll love

·         Accrual of Paid Time Off hours starting from your very first day.

·         Saving for your future now by enrolling in our 401(k)-retirement program (must be 21-yrs old).

·         Eligibility for time & a half on holidays (after a brief waiting period).  

·         Our Employee Adoption Discount because pets are like potato chips, you can’t have just one!

Ideal candidates have

·         Previous experience caring for, and handling wildlife animals is preferred.

·         A sense of confidence and ease handling wildlife animals of all species and ages.

·         Their own transportation, valid driver’s license, and insurable driving record.

·         The desire and ability to work with the public; a passion for animal welfare, and Anderson Humane’s mission.

·         Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; Spanish fluency is a big plus!

·         Effective time management skills; can multi-task and redirect efforts with minimal supervision when priorities change.

·         Initiative, and excel at working independently and as a valued member of a team.

All volunteers and staff of Anderson Humane must understand and accept that, even though all reasonable accommodations are made to support the physical and emotional health of our shelter animals, there are situations in which animals must be euthanized.

Salary : $15