Animal Care Specialist (Part-Time)

Currently hiring for 1 part-time position:

Schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am-12pm.

Job Duties – To include but not limited to:

• Maintain a friendly environment and provide excellent customer service to all clients
• Daily care of all animals, including feeding, cleaning, medicating, exercise and training
• Person in this role MUST be comfortable handling dogs and cats
• Maintain grounds where dogs are – runs and play areas, by cleaning up after animals
• Show adoptable animals to the public. Counsel and educate potential adopters
• Promote all programs and services of the Humane Society of Manatee
• Wash and dry towels and animal bedding, wash dishes
• Completes all tasks outlined on the checklists in a timely matter

Depending on business needs, hours may vary and be scheduled between Monday to Sunday. This job requires weekend and holiday work days.

Qualifications:

• Professional Animal Care (Dogs/Cats) experience required (Professional Experience - to include shelter, veterinary or kennel. Pet ownership does not meet the requirements of professional experience.)
• Ability to present information concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with culturally diverse clients, volunteers, staff and the community in a professional, pleasant, and respectful manner at all times
• Capability to maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive company image at all times
• Must be able to work as a team player
• Must have reliable transportation
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
• Computer skills a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work with cleaning products
• Able to work Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays
• Standing/sitting for extended periods of time
• Exposure to high noise levels & extreme temperatures
• Subject to animal bites or scratches
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Able to lift 50lbs
• Exposure to hazards associated with difficult animal

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Tell us why you are a good fit for the Animal Care Specialist position.

Experience:

• Animal handling: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bradenton, FL 34205 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15