Description

Why consider joining Kitsap Humane Society?

Are you looking for more than just a job and a chance to make a difference? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment?

As the Animal Care Technician you will work in collaboration with a strong team of 75 staff and 355 volunteers to rescue, rehabilitate, and find loving homes for thousands of animals every year.

Who are we?

Founded in 1908 and located in Silverdale, Washington, Kitsap Humane Society (KHS) serves Kitsap County and beyond as more than a shelter. Our mission is to provide positive, life-changing solutions for people and animals in need. We are committed to upholding an open admissions policy for stray pets, while maintaining an extensive adoption program, a low euthanasia rate, and excellence in our services.

What is the opportunity?

The Animal Care team has the primary responsibility of caring for all of the animals in the shelter. These may be stray animals brought in by good Samaritans or animals surrendered by owners who can no longer care for them. This important position is the foundation of animal rescue.

The Animal Care Technicians’ primary responsibilities are:

• Clean animal kennels.
• Feed animals
• Move animals from one location to another within the shelter.
• Assist with dog walking
• Assist with vaccinations.
• Wash shelter animals’ dishes and laundry.
• Fill in when needed in our Admissions department

Requirements

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate

This position works very closely with other members of the Animal Care team, as well as with Customer Service and Veterinary Services. This job is physically demanding and requires a great sense of urgency and a fantastic work ethic. The job requires flexibility, energy, and the ability to think quickly on one’s feet. A sense of humor is a huge plus! Professional animal handling experience would be great but is not required.

The ideal team member will have good customer service skills and basic computer knowledge. A love of animals is necessary, along with feeling comfortable handling all sizes and breeds of dogs and cats, including fearful and feral animals. You must be willing to learn to vaccinate and de-worm dogs and cats. The ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time is key, as is being a strong team player, having an eye for accuracy, and outstanding attention to detail. The animals don’t take holidays or weekends, so you must be available to work weekends and rotating holidays. A high school diploma / GED are required. You must be 18 years old to be considered.

What Do We Offer You?

• Working for an organization that values of excellence in animal welfare, outstanding customer service, compassion, integrity, teamwork, collaboration, financial stewardship, and inclusion.
• Starting wage at $16.28 salary range $16.28-$18.00per hour
• Medical, Dental, Health Reimbursement Arrangement, $10,000 Group Life Insurance Plan and Employee Assistance Program 100% paid by employer for the employee's coverage.
• Voluntary Vision, Supplemental Life Insurance, Supplemental Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, and participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan also available. If elected, benefits are available the 1st of the month after hire.
• 2 weeks of vacation, increasing to 3 weeks in your second year; 11 paid holidays; and 2 weeks of sick leave annually.
• Bereavement paid time for family and pet.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees.
• Being surrounded by cute furry and feathery friends.
• Grow your family with one free pet adoption per year.

POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

At Kitsap Humane Society employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. Kitsap Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of our mission. Having a diverse workforce is this organizations greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact in our diverse and inclusive organization. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360)-692-6977 x1126.

We look forward to reviewing your application and resume!