PT Kennel Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Newberg Animal Shelter is a small no-kill animal shelter that takes great care to provide a healthy environment for dogs/cats in our care while we find their forever home. This position is vital to daily operations, animal care, customer service, volunteer training, and facility upkeep. Candidates must be comfortable working on their own, providing oversight to all the animals at the shelter and in communicating any issues. They must work in collaboration with the Shelter Manager, Kennel Assistant team members and volunteers to achieve the goals of the shelter. This is a part time position, $15.50/hour during probationary period with hours scheduled based on need. This position reports to the Shelter Manager. This position has a 3 month probationary period.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Daily interaction with cats and dogs of varying size and temperament, handling each animal in a safe, caring and respectful manner
• Feed and exercise animals as required for their well being
• Administer medications as instructed, reporting special needs and behavioral issues
• Clean and sanitize dog kennels and cat rooms. Maintain cleanliness standards throughout the day by proactively monitoring kennel areas
• Provide in-take services, following protocol requirements for strays and when working with local and county police officials and other agencies
• Assist other staff with animal care such as bathing, grooming, and bottle feeding
• Assist with dog-to-dog introductions to identify play groups for outdoor play
• Collaborate and take instruction from staff. Maintain a professional and respectful manner when working and communicating with staff and volunteers
• Provide leadership to volunteers, giving instruction on proper handling of animals, safety protocols, basic care procedures, and dog walking using Easy Walk Harness or Gentle Leaders.
• Work alongside volunteers and oversee that work is completed satisfactorily and safely
• Greet and interact with the general public and volunteers in a friendly, professional, and respectful manner at all times
• Provide timely, compassionate, patient, and professional customer support via telephone, and face-to-face, including showing pets for adoption
• Continuously improve working knowledge of animal breeds and behavior training skills
• Wear required clothing, identification and safety garments as defined by policies and procedures
• Adhere to all safety, training, handling, and transportation protocols in order to ensure that the shelter environment is safe for animals, the public, volunteers and staff
• Maintain facilities including, washing dishes, laundry, sweeping, mopping, restocking and organizing supplies and storage areas.
• Follow building security protocols. Provide building access for volunteers and be responsible to lock-up the building and set alarms when appropriate.
• Transport animals to and from vet in the event that other staff members are otherwise unavailable to do so

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift up to 50lbs
• Frequent, bending, crawling, pushing, pulling, lifting, and standing for most of the day
• Walking/standing on concrete or rocks for up to 8 hours
• Will be outdoors in all weather conditions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Read, write and speak clearly in English
• Able to remain calm and think clearly in emergency situations
• Able to work weekends
• Maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license, proof of insurance, and good driving history
• Experience working with animals, strong preference for prior shelter or veterinary experience
• Reliability and timeliness
• Able to work cooperatively in a team environment; while also able to work independently
• Must be able to communicate with the public, volunteers, staff and interfacing agencies in a positive, educated manner
• Flexible availability to cover shifts as needed

Job Type: Part-time, Varied schedule

Application Questions
You have requested that really ask candidates the following questions:

• How many years of customer service and/or animal care experience do you have?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed?
• Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States?
• Do you have the following license or certification: valid ODL, proof of insurance, and good driving history?

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience:

• Animal care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $16