Wildlife Transport Specialist

Job Title: Wildlife Transport Specialist

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/Non-Union/Full-Time

Salary: $22 - $23 per hour, depending on experience

Excellent Benefits Package Available

This position is on-site in Saratoga.

Who we are: The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA (PHS/SPCA) is a local, private, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to animal welfare. It is our mission is to build healthy relationships between people and animals. PHS/SPCA is truly an open admission shelter, not only accepting many pet animals who might be refused at other shelters, but also taking care of injured and orphaned native wildlife from San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. We’re among just a handful of humane societies and SPCAs, worldwide, that extends its caring services to sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Typically, we successfully rehabilitate 1,200 to 1,400 animals each year, vital work made possible by generous donations. To learn more about us, visit www.phs-spca.org.

Who you are: You are a firm believer in humane care and kind treatment of animals and have a passion for rehabilitating a variety of wildlife animals. Pick up and transport wildlife to the Conservation Center from satellite locations and local animal control agencies. You also act as a liaison to partner agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Transport within San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties in a vehicle using safe driving practices.
• Pick up and deliver wildlife to Conservation Center.
• Provide humane handling and care for all wild animals in care.
• Ensure all animals are safely and adequately confined at the time of transport.
• Ensure all available paperwork and background information related to animal intake is collected from intake sites and accompanies the animal to the Conservation Center.
• Abide by all traffic laws and use safe driving practices while maintaining a PHS/SPCA vehicle in a clean and orderly manner, stocked with the necessary equipment.
• Operate a two-way radio in a professional manner.
• Maintain a daily activity report.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with coworkers, volunteers, and representatives from other organizations.
• Work quickly and effectively under pressure to deliver animals efficiently to the Conservation Center.
• Occasionally assist with wildlife releases.
• Provide assistance to Wildlife Rehabilitation Department as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization, and improve the quality of life for animals.
• Report items for repair/replacement as needed to appropriate supervisory staff.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Upon hire, must pass a background check.
• Valid California Driver’s License with clean driving record to be insured with PHS insurance.
• Able to multitask and work efficiently and calmly under stressful circumstances.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment and have a professional demeanor.
• Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Be comfortable transporting a wide variety of wildlife.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge or become proficient with Microsoft Office and computer keyboarding skills and data entry.
• Valid California Driver’s License with clean driving record to be insured with PHS insurance.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds.
• Must be able to reliably commute to Saratoga.

Excellent Benefits Package Available

• Medical /Dental /Vision/Life/ Flex Spending
• Sick, Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Retirement plan & employer matching

Available to all employees with pets:

• Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions
• Discounted euthanasia services/cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.

For more information about our available job opportunities and how to apply, please visit our website at www.phs-spca.org/careers

The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO