214 Animal Rescue jobs in the United States

Lincoln Park Zoo inspires communities to create environments where wildlife will thrive in our urbanizing world. The zoo is a leader in local and global conservation, animal care and welfare, learning, and science. A historic Chicago landmark founded in 1868, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo, is a privately-managed, member-supported organization and is free and open 365 days a year. Visit us at lpzoo.org.

Lincoln Park Zoo is seeking a full-time Director to lead its Animal Welfare Science Program. This program takes a strategic, science-driven approach to advancing animal welfare and maximizing positive outcomes for animals in our care and beyond. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, the Director will provide visionary leadership and oversee all aspects of the program’s operations. This includes strategic visioning in collaboration with senior leadership, implementation and evaluation of program activities, integration with animal care, scientific oversight, authoring scientific publications, managing scientific staff, budgeting, public speaking, engaging with donors, maintaining leadership within the AZA community, and collaborating with the zoo’s accredited sanctuary and animal advocacy partners. This position is in-person a minimum of 3 days per week; fully in-person preferred.

• In alignment with the zoo’s strategic plan, leads the development and implementation of objectives for the Animal Welfare Science Program by identifying priorities and creating plans to ensure successful outcomes
• Research experience or interest in: Capacity building and tool development; understanding the human-animal influence; impact of choice and agency on animals, and advancing welfare science of understudied species.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with internal and external partners to advocate for science-based practices in policy and legislation
• Supervises and supports the team, including Ph.D.-level scientists, a research assistant, and interns, fostering professional development and scientific growth
• Prioritizes, supervises and conducts research that serves to advance scientific understanding of animal welfare across taxa
• Collaborates with animal managers and care staff to co-develop and implement research that generates actionable knowledge regarding animal welfare at Lincoln Park Zoo.
• Recruits, mentors, and develops staff, students and volunteers to build capacity in the design and execution of rigorous animal welfare research.
• Manages program budgets, ensuring responsible financial oversight and alignment with strategic priorities
• Ensures efficient and effective on-grounds data collection by trained volunteers in the ZooMonitor program
• Ensures timely data analysis and dissemination of information that can support animal management decisions to continue advancing animal welfare
• Ensures the establishment, implementation and regular review/revision of animal welfare assessment protocols as required by AZA
• Disseminates research findings through scientific publications and presentations
• Disseminates and translates research findings in an accessible manner to zoo staff from various departments including Animal Care and Horticulture, Learning, Conservation and Science, and Development
• Delivers presentations to general audiences, including donors and the public, to promote awareness of animal welfare science and zoo initiatives
• Partners with the Development Department to secure funding in support of the Animal Welfare Science Program, including drafting grant proposals, meeting with donors, attending events, and preparing reports
• Serves on institutional committees such as the Research Committee, IACUC, and others
• Tracks and summarizes program activities, outcomes, and impact for internal and external reporting
• Encouraged to serve on the AZA Animal Welfare Committee to maintain national leadership in animal welfare
• Encouraged to hold adjunct or faculty appointments at local academic institutions to foster education and research collaborations

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as required. May be called on to substitute for other staff at the zoo during temporary absences by performing specified duties and responsibilities necessary to maintain continuity of operations and similarly performing duties of direct reports or coworkers, if required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• PhD in Psychology, Biology or closely related scientific discipline, with a strong record of peer-reviewed research.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing and delivering strategic, goal-driven scientific programs.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to convene scientists with animal management and keeper teams around shared goals
• Experience supervising and mentoring scientific staff, with a commitment to collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Advanced knowledge of animal welfare assessment, behavioral research methods, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with and interest in animal advocacy, policy and/or legislative efforts
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences—from scientific peers to zoo staff, donors, and the public.
• Proven ability to build partnerships, navigate differing perspectives, and advocate effectively for science-based animal welfare practices.
• Skilled in budget management, grant writing, and strategic planning in support of program sustainability and growth.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A Ph.D in the biological sciences or a related field (Psychology, Physiology, Biology, Animal Behavior, Veterinary Sciences or other)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

A minimum off 5 years conducting relevant research and directing independent research programs at a management level required.

Note: A comparable combination of education, experience or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skills and ability required may qualify an individual

• Ability to work at computer for long periods of time
• Ability to traverse zoo grounds
• Ability to stand for stretches of time for year-round data collection in a variety of environments, including public spaces and behind-the-scenes
• Ability to publicly address audiences of varying sizes

Available to work special events that may occur outside of regular work schedule, including evenings, weekends or holidays, as assigned

OUR PROMISE

Lincoln Park Zoo is committed to an environment that is inclusive and welcoming. We celebrate the diverse qualities, perspectives, values, and experiences of all people. For Wildlife. For All.

LINCOLN PARK ZOO BENEFITS

In addition to such standard benefits ( Blue Cross Blue Shield) as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages, and a 403(b) savings plan with an institutional match, benefits of working at the zoo include (benefits are for regular full time employees):

• Free admission to many other Chicago cultural institutions
• Free on-site parking anytime with access to Lincoln Park, Lakeshore Trail, and North Avenue Beach
• Discounts on event tickets (free admission to select events), attractions, dining, and retail at the zoo
• Quarterly staff mingle events and “LPZooU” training and educational sessions about the zoo, wildlife, ecology, and related subjects
• Company contribution to Health Savings Account (Medical PPO only)
• A working environment with green spaces and regularly available visits with wildlife!

Salary: $85k-100k

Heidi’s Village is an innovative concept in animal welfare, providing low-cost boarding and veterinary services exclusively to community rescue organizations. We are looking for people with a great attitude and work ethic, the ability to learn, and the desire to be part of a team focused on excellence.

Shifts available:

4x 10-hour shifts or 5x 8-hour shifts, 7 days/week
5:00am – 4:00pm, or 5:00am - 1:30pm (opening shifts)
8:00am – 7:00pm, or 10:30am - 7:00pm (closing shifts)

Position Available: Animal Care Technicians (ACTs) provide daily care and enrichment to Village residents while promoting the safety and health of all animals in our care.    

The position(s) involve:

• Caring for a wide range of (primarily) canines with strict adherence to quality/safety standards
• Handling and interacting with animals humanely and safely, using safety equipment as necessary
• Adhering to the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and following Fear Free Principles
• Following established disease control protocols to clean, disinfect, and sanitize kennels, equipment, walkways, and common areas over nearly 3 acres of property
• Ensuring all animals are adequately exercised, housed, fed, provided with water and other basic necessities
• Recognizing and accurately/timely communicating signs of illness or behavior changes
• Creating and maintaining necessary animal records and data entry
• Cultivating positive client, volunteer, and coworker relations through professional and courteous interactions
• Promoting our vision, mission, services, programs, events, and adoptable animals
• Assisting potential adopters with meet-n-greets, facilitating interactions to ensure a safe and pleasant experience
• Communicating effectively with coworkers to ensure efficient production and deadlines are met
• Participation in continuous process improvement
• Keeping work area neat and clean and following all established safety guidelines
• Performing additional and/or general duties, as assigned

A successful candidate must possess the following skillsets, attributes, or experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 6 months working/volunteering with domestic animals in an animal shelter, veterinary hospital, or another animal facility preferred. NOTE: Any applicable volunteer or work experience should be listed and include hours worked and job duties.
• Flexibility to work all shifts, including opening shifts as early as 5am and closing shifts as late as 8pm, with availabiity for rotational weekends and holidays
• Ability to work with and/or around others with frequent interruptions
• High attention to detail and exceptional quality standards

• Good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to work with a team and independently
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform work accurately, but with expediency
• Dependability/reliability – early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable!
• Achievement-oriented and self-motivated

We offer an environment that will challenge and reward personal and professional growth and take pride in the following values:

• Commitment – We are mission focused, open to new ideas, and committed to excellence
• Harmony – We value and promote harmonious relationships, internally and externally
• Accountability – We hold ourselves accountable for our actions, accept responsibility, and have high expectations of ourselves and each other
• Respect – We respectfully welcome diverse opinions and experiences and treat each other, the animals in our care, and our partners/community members with compassion and dignity
• Trust – We honor confidentiality, always assume the best intentions, and expect honesty
• Safety – We are wholeheartedly committed to each other’s safety and the safety of our animals

Do you share these values? Are you looking for a place to call home? Heidi’s Village may be the place for you!

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Collaborative environment where employees are expected to assist others regardless of job title or function
• Work is performed in a moderate to fast paced environment and requires critical adherence to established quality levels while completing within timeframe allotted
• Work is performed in a potentially high decibel area, with varied temperature control, and with safety equipment often required
• Stamina to walk/stand/move continuously and daily for duration of shift, walking on all types of surfaces, oftentimes slippery/uneven/rough
• Ability to regularly lift and/or control 50+ pounds (animals, animal care supplies, etc.) and perform duties that require repetitive lifting, bending, and stooping
• Ability to withstand environmental factors that include both indoor and outdoor activities, including extreme heat of AZ summers
• Frequent exposure to animal noises, odors, bodily fluids/excrement, and dander

Job Description

ANIMAL SHELTER TECHNICIAN PART-TIME

SALARY: $15 per hour

SECTION I-JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Animal Shelter Supervisor or designee the Animal Shelter Technician will perform Animal Shelter duties, which follow well established procedures such as clean/disinfect kennels/bowls, feed, and assist with the overall maintenance of the shelter as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Employee will accurately document all time worked.
2. Rinses, scrubs and disinfects animal cages and outdoor runs, hallways, floors, walls and isolation/quarantine areas; cleans water and food dishes and related kennel equipment and facilities, scrubs interior of animal-holding refrigerator after animal carcasses have been removed, cleans and disinfects animal bedding.
3. Provide food and water to each animal kept at shelter and monitor appetite especially quarantine animals.
4. Up keep and maintain all essential tools, equipment, facility, and vehicles.
5. Operate county vehicles and other equipment within policy and procedures to fulfill essential functions.
6. Coordinate and promote the animal adoptions program by identifying potential animals for adoption.
7. Assist office on incoming calls and give out general information to public as requested.
8. Maintain daily animal shelter activity reports used by the Environmental Health Director to monitor daily shelter census.
9. Maintain accurate records and any other information pertaining to investigations.
10. Able to establish and maintain effective working relations with program supervisors and co-workers.
11. Ability and willingness to assist with the euthanasia animals.
12. Handle domestic animals with available equipment.
13. Prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and documents on case dispositions such as mileage log, daily shelter census log, and monthly report and euthanasia logs.
14. Address violators in a firm, courteous manner in order to develop public respect and confidence in the officer and the department.
15. Maintain confidentiality of information and restrict the use of such information to work duties.
16. Other duties as assigned.

SECTION II-JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have high school diploma or equivalent. Must have working/volunteer experience in animal shelter or veterinary clinic.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of animal control rules/ordinances and regulations. Knowledge in preparing animals specimens for rabies testing. Ability to fill out and record daily report. Knowledge and skill on loading and unloading animals. Knowledge of correctly and safely euthanizing animals. Required to work after hours, weekends and holidays.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid Texas Driver's License, comply with State of Texas driving laws, and maintain an acceptable driving record. Must have reliable transportation. Employees of Cameron County may be required to work during any natural disaster or emergency. Criminal background check is required for employment or continued employment. The employee must demonstrate the ability to satisfactorily perform the duties required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Good health and physical condition sufficient to permit full performance of the duties of the position. Must be able to lift at least fifty pounds (50 lbs). If additional assistance is required, employee must request assistance prior to performing the assignment.

SECTION III-JOB DIMENSIONS

CONTACTS:

EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

Occasional contact with other health, social and educational care agencies and outside organizations. Frequent contact with DHHS staff and other county departments. Communication is via telephone, written communication and face to face.

INTERNAL CONTACTS:

Utilizes tact when dealing with County employees, health, social and educational care providers, and clientele regarding operations issues. Constant contact with Human Resources Office.

Communicating is primarily face-to-face, via telephone and through written communication.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Comply with Cameron County and Department of State Health Services rules/regulations and display a positive public image. As a Cameron County employee, the identity of every client shall be kept confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the purpose of an investigation, hearing, or judicial proceeding.

DIFFICULTY:

Judgment is required to ensure completion of job activities as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee. Uses discretion to achieve work goals. Initiative is constantly required to achieve work goals.

GUIDANCE:

As assigned by immediate supervisor or designee. It is the responsibility of the employee to know and maintain contact with their immediate supervisor or designee.

WORKING CONDITION:

Working conditions are primarily in a clinic, office, community center or field setting.

This is not a Civil Service covered position.

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Job Description

This is a full-time 40 hour a week position. $5,000 sign on bonus!

The MSPCA-Angell is currently seeking an experienced animal behavior training professional with excellent teamwork skills to join our Northeast Animal Shelter team. This is a unique opportunity to work with the largest team of animal shelter behavior professionals in New England, committed to using science based approaches to changing animal behavior. Our behavior team has received national recognition and recently became a shelter partner of the prestigious ASPCA Shelter Behavior Apprenticeship Program. In addition, the Northeast Animal Shelter has the largest relocation program in New England. We aim to help the greatest number of animals we can from overcrowded shelters by upholding an open adoptions philosophy and moving pets through the shelter effectively while maintaining a commitment to socially conscious sheltering.

The salary range for this position is $0,000 - 75,000, with flexibility based on qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

THE POSITION:

The main goal of the Behavior Manager is to ensure the behavioral wellbeing of all animals supported by the MSPCA-Angell shelter locations through the development, refinement and implementation of behavior programs. In addition, the behavior manager also:

• Acts as a resource to shelter staff through effective supervision, training and coaching
• Oversees behavior evaluations and training plans to enhance animal adoptability
• Creates and implements programs to engage pet-owners and potential adopters with a goal of increasing animal behavior education in the community
• Oversees two behavior coordinators
• Collaborates with all APD teams including clinics, shelter, adoption centers, law enforcement and community outreach
• Advises staff on best methods of facilitating appropriate matches for animals with more challenging behaviors in need of additional behavioral support
• Supports the daily functions of the clinic including, but not limited to, intakes, evaluations, euthanasia decision making, creating and implementing training and behavior modification plans for complex cases, low stress handling techniques, playgroups, and enrichment.

We are looking for applicants who have earned a CCPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, IAABC or other accredited professional dog training certification. Applicants must have at least 2 years of experience working or volunteering directly with animals under the supervision of behavior professional, as well as, creating and implementing training/behavior modification plans.

Please detail your animal behavior experience in your cover letter.

WHO WE ARE:

The MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world. We work together as a community to deliver on our mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals. Sharing in this vision provides meaning to our employees and adds an important dimension to our work. Newly merged with the MSPCA-Angell, Northeast Animal Shelter's (NEAS) animal relocation program transports thousands of cats and dogs from overpopulated animal shelters across the country to Massachusetts, where each animal receives medical care, enrichment, and behavior training prior to adoption. NEAS’ animal relocation network, combined with the MSPCA-Angell’s veterinary and adoption center resources, works to protect the largest number of animals possible by serving as New England’s premier destination shelter for the nationally coordinated movement of animals.

OUR BENEFITS:

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

Job Description

American Humane Society (AHS) is seeking experienced Certified Animal Rescue Responders (CARR) to join the organization’s Rescue program. This position must be based at or near one of AHS Rescue program’s operating bases in Florida, California, East Baton Rouge,  or the South Central United States and reports directly to the Director, Rescue Operations.  American Humane is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace. As we seek to fill this position, we highly encourage high-performing applicants from all backgrounds to apply 

For nearly 150 years, American Humane Society has led the way in protecting animals and strengthening the bonds between animals and people. We respond first when animals need rescue, shelter, or protection. Through our groundbreaking programs – from our “No Animals Were Harmed®” certification in Hollywood to our farm and conservation welfare standards – we set the highest level of care and compassion in animal protection.

Working at American Humane Society means being part of something bigger. With offices in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Palm Beach, we provide a supportive, professional environment where your work makes a real difference in animals’ lives.

• Deploy during disasters and assist law enforcement in large-scale animal cruelty cases.
• Provide care to rescued animals and manage field logistics (travel, shelter, supplies).
• Lead and support Reserves (volunteers/contractors) before, during, and after responses.
• Coordinate with Incident Command and make timely decisions on personnel and resources.
• Track deployment resources and contribute to after-action reports.
• Support communications by capturing stories and visuals for fundraising and public awareness.

• Oversee logistics planning and execution, including fleet, equipment, and supply readiness.
• Ensure compliance with registration and licensing requirements (DOT/local/state).
• Maintain and inventory assets at national operating bases.
• Coordinate contract drivers and manage service contracts (roadside, fuel, inspections).
• Operate vehicles, trailers, clinics, and boats safely.
• Support procurement and resource planning for future deployments.

• Build and maintain partnerships with regional and national agencies.
• Develop and maintain MOUs in key disaster-prone areas.
• Track cruelty cases and seek partnership opportunities for response efforts.

• Monitor weather, public health, and cruelty reports.
• Share relevant alerts with the Rescue team to aid preparation and decision-making.

• Deliver trainings and presentations to the public and partner agencies.
• Coordinate and promote training for Reserves, first responders, and volunteers.
• Keep training materials current and aligned with AHS branding and mission.
• Represent AHS at public events and actively recruit new volunteers.

• Provide regular updates and reports to leadership.
• Support internal communication and content development related to training and response.
• Reinforce the mission and values of American Humane Society in all public-facing effort
• During response and non-response periods, provide regular reports, information, and data to leadership and internal stakeholders, including AHS’s Communication and Development teams. 
• In coordination with the full Rescue team, promote, plan, and deliver emergency response and sheltering training tailored for Reserves (volunteers and contractors), the general public, first responders, and other interested participants. 
• Ensure that AHS Rescue’s training programs and materials are up-to-date, effective, and approved by the Communications team in accordance with the organization’s mission and branding standards.  
• Actively recruit and promote AHS Rescue Reserve volunteer program participation. 
• Represent AHS at selected public events, embodying the organization's mission and values. 
• Serve as the Rescue team’s primary onsite representative at the American Humane Society Sanctuary in Palm City, FL, welcoming guests, donors, and community members with professionalism and warmth. 
• Engage donors and supporters during visits, ensuring a positive and mission-aligned experience. 
• Working in collaboration with Sanctuary staff, Development team members and other relevant staff, accept and process in-kind donations from the public and partners as needed, working with Development to ensure appropriate acknowledgments are provided and ensuring items are handled according to Sanctuary procedures. 
• Interact regularly with volunteers, providing guidance, support, and helping to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. 
• Maintain a consistent and visible presence in the surrounding community and throughout southern Florida to support daily operations, serve as a point of contact, and represent the organization to the public. 
• Coordinate with Sanctuary staff to ensure the facility is visitor-ready and operations are aligned with organizational standards of care and professionalism. 

• Demonstrated expertise in managing logistics and providing resource support.
• 3 to 5 years of animal handling experience is strongly preferred; if not, a willingness and ability to complete an animal handling course within 90 days of hire is required.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor’s degree, technical training, or equivalent experience – such as RVT, FEMA employee/reservist, or animal control/humane officer – is strongly preferred.
• Direct experience with vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment, including inspecting equipment, hooking up or pulling a trailer, or a willingness and ability to learn.
• A Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is advantageous but not mandatory.
• At least 1 year of experience with emergency response situations is preferred.
• Has completed or is willing to complete Incident Command System 100, 200, 700, 800, ICS 300, and 400 within 90 days of hire.
• Field qualified for Animal Search and Rescue, or the willingness and ability to achieve qualification within one year.
• Familiarity with various emergency service organizations and their functions, such as the State Office of Emergency Management, State Veterinary Offices, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is a plus.
• Skilled in fostering collaborative relationships and showing diplomacy with various groups, including volunteers, first responders, emergency management officials, government agencies, animal rescue organizations, and the general public.
• Demonstrates a professional demeanor and appearance, even in high-stress situations.
• Proven ability to deliver concise, articulate, and meticulously detailed briefings to senior leadership and partner agencies.
• Demonstrates high integrity, sound judgment, and discretion while maintaining confidentiality.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to listen actively, remain flexible, and shift priorities as needed.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while embracing a collaborative approach and effectively contributing to a team.
• Proven ability to make effective and timely leadership decisions in crises.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in successfully delivering group and individual training and instruction are preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; should be at ease with learning and utilizing new technology.

• The position will be hybrid, but will be based at or near one of American Humane Society’s current (East Baton Rouge, Palm City, FL; Los Angeles, CA) or future national operating base locations (TBD, but to include a base in south central region between Southern KS to TX, potentially near Oklahoma City).
• The position will follow a regular work schedule when not deployed, but it may require irregular hours during deployments, including nights, weekends, and holidays; schedule based on organizational policy, need and manager discretion.
• Travel is periodically required for training and outreach events, estimated at up to 25%.
• Extensive travel may be required during deployments, potentially lasting up to one month, often on short notice.
• Must be comfortable working with animals, including dogs, cats and horses.
• Must be able to fulfill physical requirements for rescuing animals in cases of cruelty and disaster, which include bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, standing for extended periods, swimming, performing fine manipulation with hands, walking, and navigating various terrains, among other tasks.
• Must be capable of completing the Wildland Fire Moderate Pack Task (a 2-mile walk with a 25-pound pack in under 30 minutes) as a minimum standard of fitness.
• Lift 70 pounds or more occasionally.
• Possible exposure to hazardous conditions, including but not limited to fire, flood, hazardous materials, and compromised structures.
• Exposure to possible animal hazards like bites and zoonosis.
• It may require immunizations such as Hepatitis A, B, Rabies, and Tetanus.
• Must be comfortable handling distressed animals.
• Will regularly be required to:
  • Look at and work on a computer screen for extended periods of time, and
  • Talk, hear and exchange information over the telephone, virtually and in person.
     

• Compassion  – Being kind and caring in our interactions with others. 

• Accountability  - Holding ourselves to the highest standards. Following through on commitments and owning our actions, behavior, and decisions. 

• Respect for All  – Being professional, listening to others and honoring diversity in all its forms. 

• Loyalty to Mission  – Staying focused on our purpose and our mission – our nation’s most vulnerable depend on us. 

• Sustainability  - Contributing to being a great place to work and achieving our shared mission and goals to make a difference, now and in the future. 

• Honesty, Integrity, Trust  – Demonstrating transparency, as trusted stewards of donor resources, supporting our leadership and one another. 

• Title: Certified Animal Rescue Responder 

• Type: Full-Time, Exempt 

• Location: East Baton Rouge, LA, Palm City, FL; Los Angeles County, CA or future national operating base locations 

• Compensation: Estimated range $60-80K depending upon geographic location, experience and credentials 

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Imagine if you were given an opportunity to connect with others who want to keep our community the most livable and safe it can possibly be. If you like to work with animals, enjoy working with the public, and enjoy a variety of daily tasks, you may be a great addition to our Animal Shelter team. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson!

The Animal Shelter Technician is responsible for performing duties in the receipt, care, custody, and disposition of animals, and the operation and maintenance of the animal shelter facility. Providing technical and routine animal care services, maintaining shelter facilities, assisting with animal records inventory, conducting behavioral assessments, and responding to citizen inquiries are primary functions of this position. The Animal Shelter Technician is expected to provide a high level of humane and compassionate animal care as well as exceptional customer service. The successful employee will be highly motivated, polite and outgoing with a professional demeanor to perform a variety of duties. This employee should possess excellent public relation, organizational, and communication skills.

A Day in the Life:

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  • Humanely cares for, inspects, feeds, waters, bathes, grooms, and monitors animals housed at the City shelter; Restrains and places animals in shelter holding facilities; Cleans and disinfects animal kennels, shelter facilities, and yards and sterilizes laboratory equipment and surgical instruments per shelter protocol; Performs laundry duties; Adheres to effective disease control practices including biohazard disposal.
  • Answers telephone calls and in-person requests for information regarding shelter operations; Responds promptly and courteously to verbal and written inquiries from citizens, rescue groups, and others regarding the licensing, impounding, adopting, rescuing, reclaiming, and disposal of animals; Educates the general public
  and rescue groups about City ordinances and regulations; Represents Animal Services Division at public functions; Prepares and conducts presentations.
  • Receives and performs animal intake functions including vaccinations, deworming, parasite treatment, drawing blood, taking pictures and accurately recording information into the animal shelter operating system; Determines breed, sex and temperament to place animals in appropriate kennel area; Records information
  according to instructions such as genealogy, diet, weight, medications, food intake, and license number; Identifies sick, injured or diseased animals; Administers first aid when necessary; Recommends veterinary care if needed.
  • Observes animal appearance and activity for general physical conditions, stress, injury, and/or illness and reports any animal health concerns; Conducts animal behavioral assessments and socializes animals that can be rehabilitated for adoption; Follows established shelter protocols/procedures for daily observation, reporting of incidents, and the release of animals.
  • Directs and escorts visitors through the shelter; Assists in the redemption of animals; Assists the general public and rescue groups in viewing and selecting adoptable animals; Provides general information on the proper care of and responsibilities for an adopted animal; Counsels potential pet owners in selecting an
  animal of the appropriate size, breed and disposition; Completes necessary paperwork for adopting and reclaiming animals.
  • Keeps confidential and accurate records of adoptions, redemptions, impoundments and euthanizations; Prepares receipts, vouchers, and bank records; Collects fees for impoundment, adoption, and vaccination shots; Prepares clear, concise, and detailed reports and records relative to redemptions, adoptions, and euthanasia of animals; Performs data entry for incoming and outgoing animals and day-to-day activities per standard procedures.
  • Administers oral and topical medications, injections, performs venipuncture, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal; Provides veterinarian medical assistance by preparing animal medications, surgery instruments, and equipment for procedures; Assists veterinarian in surgery by administering medication, removing sutures, handling surgical tools, lifting/moving animals onto surgical prep table, and transporting animals out of the operating room; Conducts pre and post-surgical observations of animal and reports condition changes; Maintains complete and detailed surgical records.
  • Safely and humanely assists with, or euthanizes sick and injured, or unwanted animals of a variety of sizes and breeds, by means of lethal injection in accordance with regulations and standard veterinary procedures; Restrains animals and performs actual euthanasia; Assists in rabies specimen preparation prior to submittal for testing.
  
  

What you will need for success:

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required. A technical degree or some college credit in Veterinary Medicine is helpful but not required.

EXPERIENCE:
One or more years of experience in humane animal care and treatment, animal shelter operations, and/or animal husbandry or similar/related experience is required. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within six months of employment.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSE:
Must be a Certified Euthanasia Technician or have the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment. This employee must possess a valid Kansas Driver's License.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work, and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

All employees will be asked to consent to background and drug screening prior to starting employment.

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs routine and technical services related to the maintenance, upkeep and improvements of the shelter, health, welfare, care and wellbeing of animals at the shelter responding to citizen complaints under specific circumstances.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to the Animal Control Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises autonomy and sound judgement over tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleans kennel and surrounding work areas within the shelter in accordance with proper disease control procedures and requirements.
• Ensures welfare and proper care of animals within the shelter facility is maintained in all phases of shelter operations.
• Performs routine maintenance and ground keeping duties on shelter facility.
• Assists animal control officer (s) in performing euthanasia of animals in accordance with applicable animal control ordinances, policies, and procedures.
• Provides information to the public by use of the telephone and in person regarding receiving and releasing animals, locating lost and found animals, and adoption of animals.
• Issues licenses and writes citations, redeems, impounds, and adopts animals by collecting the required fees.
• Inputs computer records and maintains all required documents, reports, forms, etc.
• Receives complaints in person and via telephone and radio dispatches by priority to the proper agency and personnel.
• Coordinates all activities at the shelter and in the field with the agency and personnel regarding citizen complaints and animal disposition.
• Makes budget recommendations to the supervisor regarding the maintenance, upkeep, and improvements at the shelter. Maintains running log on budget expenditures and balances during each budget fiscal year.
• With the approval of the supervisor, obtains purchase orders and orders shelter supplies.
• Accounts for all monies received at the shelter in accordance with the city policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

1.- High School Diploma or equivalent and twelve (12) months of experience working with animals or in a field closely related to these duties, OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2.- Must have a valid Texas Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of laws and regulations of the State, County and City that are applicable to the animal control program, proper cleaning techniques for kennels, animal behavior and handling techniques, first aid for injured, sick, or possible contagious animal, rabies control, animal nutrition, maintenance of equipment used in animal handling and shelter operation, animal segregation, isolation, euthanasia methods, filling system and computer terminal operations.
• Ability to relate both verbally and in written form to members of the public and the Department.
• Ability to work directly with emotional and aggrieved people.
• Ability to confidently handle aggressive, vicious and/or dangerous animals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

May be on call 24 hours a day.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, spreadsheets, 10-key calculator, phone, radio, copy machine, fax machine, animal capture vehicle, Patrol vehicle, first aid equipment, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, controls, and equipment. Reach hands and arms climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those and employees typically encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is generally performed outside weather conditions, and inside buildings including but limited to confined spaces, open fields, residential and commercial structures. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts in high, precarious places exposed to wet, dry, hot cold, windy, and humid conditions. The noise level in the fieldwork environment is typically moderate.

Please be advised that the Town of Pecos City is a drug-free workplace. All candidates with job offer are required to complete a pre-employment drug screening, background check, physical and psychological examination.

Job Description

Salary: $15

Are you an animal care professional looking for growth and opportunity? If so, then Countryside Veterinary Center is the place for you!

We are a full-service state-of-the-art hospital in Countryside, IL. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented individual to join our dedicated team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise large groups of pets
• Proper animal restraint
• Assist in cleaning, stocking and maintenance of hospital and equipment
• Maintaining proper animal environment by cleaning kennels, providing fresh bedding and water at all times
• Preparing and distributing prescribed diets
• Assisting doctors and technicians as needed
• Client Service
• Client education
• Medication preparation and administration
• Assist grooming staff with bathing and handling

Requirements:

• minimum of 1yr animal handling experience preferred, but will train the right individual
• must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• detail-oriented, outgoing, reliable and honest
• client service experience
• able to meet the demands of a physically and mentally challenging job
• weekend, evening and holiday availability
  

Countryside Veterinary Centerprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Countryside Veterinary Centercomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The salary range for this position is $5- 16. This range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this role at this time. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.