What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Assistant position at Eastshore Humane Association?
We’re Hiring! Join the Eastshore Humane Team
Do you love animals and want to make a difference every day? Eastshore Humane Association is looking for caring, dependable animal lovers to join our dedicated shelter team!
Available Positions:
Full-Time Animal Care Assistant (Weekdays, 40 hrs/week)
- Ensure shelter pets are well cared for with daily cleaning, feeding, and enrichment
- Provide excellent customer service to adopters and visitors
- Work hands-on with dogs, cats, and small mammals
- Preferred: 1 year of animal-related experience (shelter, vet clinic, or similar)
- Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and comfort working in a shelter environment (varied sounds, smells, and activity).
Part-Time Animal Care Assistant (Weekends, Sat & Sun, 8am–4pm)
- Support daily animal care needs and assist with cleaning/enrichment
- Requirements: Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, ability to lift up to 30 lbs
- Animal experience preferred, but we’re happy to train the right candidate!
Why Join Us?
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid time off (full-time)
- Educational opportunities
- A supportive, passionate team that loves both animals and people
- The chance to be part of finding loving forever homes every day
Ready to start your “work love”? Apply today by emailing us a resume at ehashelter@gmail.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $11.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11