Animal Care Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

Animal Care Specialists are responsible for the day-to-day care of animals in the shelter, the daily cleaning of the facility, and helping find homes for animals placed up for adoption.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide the daily enrichment, cleaning, and sanitizing of kennels along with associated equipment

· Ensure food and water are provided for the animals as needed

· Maintain inventory of animals, equipment and supplies

· Screen animals for disposition and complete animal profiles

· Report any health or behavioral problems displayed by animals to management immediately

· Assist potential adopters in finding their forever pet

· Dispose of trash in a timely manner

· Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required

· Candidates will work independently and responsibly while observing all health and safety guidelines and contribute enthusiastically to the positive culture and mission of LAPS.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Must be at least a high school graduate (or equivalent) and possess a valid driver’s license

· Must be able to speak in both English and Spanish

· Must be in good physical condition, energetic, and able to work 7 days/week, including some holidays and weekends

· Experience in animal welfare, shelter, or customer service preferred, but not required.

· Must be responsible, reliable, and comfortable with animals

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Ability to learn procedures related to sanitizing kennels, equipment, and general animal handling

· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

· Ability to learn safety protocols and procedures

· Ability to follow oral and written instructions

· Learn and use shelter software

· Be organized, detail-oriented and have strong time management skills

· Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public, volunteers, staff, and management

· Recognize and interpret animal signals in an efficient manner

· Work with frequent interruption and changes in priorities

· Perform all physical requirements of the position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical requirements include frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and greater than 50 pounds with assistance, as well as hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to climbing, kneeling, lifting, sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and walking to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, hazardous chemicals, noise, dirty environment, confining workspace and unfavorable odors. This position requires working rotating schedules and weekends.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $9.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9