What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Specialist - Non-Profit position at Needy Paws Animal Shelter?
WHO WE ARE
Needy Paws Animal Shelter has been helping homeless cats and dogs throughout the River Valley since 1997. Our staff members, volunteers and board of directors, in coordination with local veterinarians, work together with the mission of placing healthy, adoptable pets into loving, forever homes.
WHO WE NEED
Needy Paws Animal Shelter exists to provide safe, loving care to the homeless animals in our community, as well as education and support to pet owners. We are looking for compassionate individuals that share our passion and are motivated by creating a better world for animals.
Needy Paws Animal Shelter is seeking candidates who want to make a difference for animals in the Arkansas River Valley as an Animal Care Specialist. This position not only cares for the animals but their environment as well. There is constant on-the-job training with this position.
Are an Animal Care Specialist? We are looking for the following:
- 18 years of age or older
- Valid drivers license
- Clean driving record
- Animal care expertise outside of owning your own/family pets
- Hospital-level cleaning and sanitizing experience
- You have passion for animals and animal welfare causes
- You can bend, stand, stoop, kneel, and lift 55 pounds unassisted, daily
- You can use technology without losing focus on the task at hand (phone apps, computers, etc.)
This position is ideal for a person with veterinarian office, animal shelter, animal boarding or grooming experience. This is a part time position consisting of 16-24 hours, with full-time availability considerations for the right candidate. Weekday and/or Weekend hours are required.
Pay: From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Experience:
- Professional (not Personal) Animal handling: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12