Animal Care Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary facility for animals and people and providing humane handling and care for all center animals. Assures all animals’ nutrition, housing and basic medical needs are met on a daily basis.

KEY RESULTS:

• Feeding and watering animals in accordance with dietary needs and schedule.
• Exercising animals as schedules dictate.
• Administering medications as indicated by medical director (veterinarian).
• Monitoring and recording animal health and behavioral issues.
• Cleaning kennels and perform related housekeeping duties.
• Maintaining of kennel cards and other documentation as assigned.
• Playing and interacting with animals of all sizes and breeds both indoors and outdoors.
• Following all procedures as directed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner
• Cooperating with fellow employees, volunteers, patrons, management and public with honesty, integrity, respect, and professional manner.
• Complying willingly with all regulatory requirements, including federal, state, local, and organizational statutes or rules.
• Demonstrating job commitment through attendance and full completion of all assigned shifts.
• Performing other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent or related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Availability to work a flexible work schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Animal handling experience beneficial but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift heavy weight in excess of 50 lbs.
• Move dogs of all sizes including dogs that are over 110 pounds.
• Must be able to work with cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• While performing this job, employees will be standing, walking and active for most of the time.

+/- $9.00/hr. DOE

To apply, submit cover letter, resume and references to: operations@macleananimaladoptioncenter.org