What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shelter Pre-Hire position at Young Williams Animal Center of East Tennessee?
Job Description
Job Description
As the largest animal welfare organization in Tennessee, working at Young-Williams Animal Center is more than just a job. It is meaningful work directly impacting Knoxville and Knox County's pets and pet owners, saving lives, and keeping families and their pets together. If you're hardworking, collaborative and passionate about animals, then we'd love to meet you!
Young-Williams Animal Center has several job openings within our Shelter Operations. We are currently looking for ideal candidates for one or more of our departments which includes Animal Care, Adoptions, Foster, Lost and Found, Behavior, Pet Resource Center, Community Cat, Transport, please apply today! We will find your best fit in our organization during the interview process.
We can't wait for you to join us in our vision to find a home for every pet!
As an Animal Shelter worker, you will be responsible for providing care and support to animals in need. You will be expected to maintain a clean and safe environment for the animals, as well as provide them with food, water, and exercise. Your main goal will be to ensure that the animals are healthy and happy while they are in our care.
Minimum Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with animals in a professional or volunteer capacity
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications :
Responsibilities :
Skills :
In this role, you will need to have a strong understanding of animal behavior and be able to provide compassionate care to animals in need. You will also need to have excellent communication and customer service skills, as you will be interacting with potential adopters on a daily basis. Additionally, you will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team and have the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Your skills in animal care, customer service, and teamwork will be essential to your success in this role.
