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 Johnson County, AR area 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?

You are 18 years of age or older?

Do you have a valid drivers license?

Do you have a clean driving record?

Do you have any animal care training outside of owning your own pets?

Do you enjoy learning new things, and are great at following directions?

Do you play by the book and don’t cut corners - the “right way” is NOT always the “easy” way!

Not afraid to get dirty?

You wouldn’t be described as having a “weak stomach”.

Are fast on your feet - both literally AND when it comes to thinking through tough situations.

Do you appreciate the value of working hard - and are you a team player

Do you have passion for animals, and an understanding of the environment the animals are currently in, they are scared and may not like you.

Can you bend, stand, stoop, kneel, and lift 55 pounds unassisted, daily

We use computer programs to access timeclock and animal records, do you have basic computer skills?

Are you available to work weekday mornings, if needed?

Are you available to work weekends, if needed?

Are you available on afternoons until 6pm?

This is a part time position consisting of 24-32 hours, with full-time availability considerations for the right candidate. Weekday and/or Weekend hours are required.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience handling animals, including large dogs and sick or injured animals (cats, dogs, livestock, etc.)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person