What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Associate position at Arizona Humane Society?
Field Associate
The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated and motivated Field Associate to join our team at our South Mountain Campus and work a schedule of either Wednesday - Saturday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM, or Saturday - Tuesday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you are a dedicated individual who is passionate about animal welfare, please continue to read more now!
Paws Up For Great Benefits!
- Competitive salary
- Generous PTO program
- Up to 8 paid holidays per year
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
- Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!
A Day in the Life:
The Field Associate will provide team support to Emergency Animal Medical Technicians and Animal Cruelty Investigators in and out of the field, particularly for large-scale intakes and animal cruelty cases. They will champion the legal release of protective custody animals in our care in a timely manner. They will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the team.
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma / GED required.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Six months to a year in animal handling and knowledge of species and breeds.
- Must be able to safely and humanely handle injured and aggressive animals.
- Must have knowledge of map reading and directions.
- Must possess good customer service skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to resolve conflict.
- Must have an acceptable driving record and ability to pass drug and background screening to be insured as an AHS driver.
- Facilitate and follow up on the legal release of protective custody animals in a timely manner, communicate with city courts, process court paperwork.
- Assist EAMTs in the field with the capture and transport of animals, which may include large-scale intakes, complex rescues, and sick/injured animals related to animal cruelty cases.
- Assist EAMTs with the animal intake process including locating or cleaning open kennels, collaring and vaccinations, photographing and entering all pertinent information into AHS database.
- Assist the team by responding as needed to field owner surrender appointments and transporting animals to and from emergency animal clinics.
- Behavior assessments/handling on scene and during transport using the appropriate use of restraint, with an emphasis on soft handling techniques.
- Responsible for checking humane traps and coordinating drop off and pick-ups.
- Cross train in Field Dispatch, be prepared to cover full shifts when needed.
- Assist the animal care team as needed with the daily care of protective custody animals for large-scale intakes.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds to a height of four feet.
There will be exposure to dust, heat, cold and temperature changes; occasional wet floors, and animal noises, odors and dander. Typical work environment will be out of the office, working in the field.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.
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