Shelter Animal Caretaker

Position Summary

Animal Caretakers are responsible for the daily care of shelter animals including cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and socialization.

Animal Care/General

· Responsible for cleaning of shelter/animal care areas regularly

· Responsible for the general care of shelter animals including feeding, enrichment, and socialization

· Monitor animals for health and behavioral issues and report promptly

· Handle laundry, wash dishes, stock shelves, and maintain records for animal care tasks

· Work alongside shelter volunteers and provide guidance as necessary regarding job tasks

· Assist with client-facing tasks as requested

Requirements/Qualifications

· One year of volunteer or work experience with animals preferred.

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

· Valid driver’s license and ability to safely drive the organization’s cargo van is a plus.

· Practices humane and compassionate treatment of animals and people at all times

· Promotes the safety of animals, other staff, and shelter visitors as a top priority.

· Exercises maturity and good judgment and remains calm in stressful situations

· Generalized computer skills; able to maintain and use a variety of applications for recordkeeping.

· Is flexible and can work independently and prioritize multiple tasks appropriately in a fast-paced environment

*Weekend shifts receive a $1.00/hour shift differential*

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.25 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work both weekend days, 8am-4:30pm?

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15