Animal Care Kennel Technician Full-Time

We are looking for a dedicated person to join our team who has willingness to learn all aspects of animal rescue. They should have the motivation and enthusiasm to jump in wherever needed whether that is to clean a dog’s ears, addicting with unloading 50# bags of dog food, or holding a cat for a blood draw. The ideal candidate must have patience and compassion for frightened pets, as well as customers seeking a new family member.

This job is physically demanding and requires work with animals both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Our daily schedule is 9:00a-6:00pm and requires working at least one weekend day.

Position Summary: This position is responsible for the health and overall well-being of each animal, including their emotional and psychological health, and reports any concerns to the Medical Room Technician or Shelter Manager.

Essential Functions:

· Feeds and waters animals according to feeding instructions and established schedules.

· Cleans and sanitizes animals living areas such as inside/outside kennels, quarantine and isolation units, play yards, as well as common areas such as lobby and restroom.

· Observes animals to identify signs of injury, illness, or disease.

· filling out daily assessments with specific notes on each animal regarding both physical and emotional health observations

· Monitor emotional and psychological health of the animals by providing enrichment, play time, exercise, etc.

· Groom animals, which includes washing, brushing, cutting nails, and cleaning ears.

· Maintains records of information such as weight, physical condition, diet, feeding schedule, and medications given.

· Ensures that animals receive necessary exercise.

· Administer medication as instructed.

· Assist with new animal intakes as requested, including initial health assessments

· Facilitate adoption meet-and-greets by bringing out The Animal League adoptable dogs and monitoring interaction with potential adopters’ dogs for signs of aggression.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

· Assist med room staff as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None

Reports To:

· Shelter Manager or Medical Manager

Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

· Valid driver’s license

· Minimum 1 year animal care experience

· Basic use of computer

· Microsoft Office knowledge a plus

Physical Demands:

· Ability to work on feet up to 10 hour shifts

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

· Ability to repeatedly bend, squat, stretch, lift

· Ability to work in all weather conditions and high heat/humidity indoors and outdoors

· Ability and willingness to work with cats and dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments

· Work will require the use of bleach and other sanitizing chemicals

Work Environment:

· Work will be around animals that may bite, scratch, or carry disease

· Time will be spent with/around dogs and cats of all sizes and breeds

· Work will be indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

· Job is physically demanding and requires stamina and attention to detail

· Work will occasionally involve cases of animal abuse or neglect and other emotionally challenging situations

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18