Current Job Openings

Shelter Animal Caretaker : OPEN

Position Summary
Animal Caretakers are responsible for the daily care of shelter animals including cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and socialization. This is a hands on role that will assist with full shelter population: dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small mammals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· Responsible for cleaning of shelter/animal care areas regularly

· Responsible for the general care of shelter animals including feeding, enrichment, and socialization

· Monitor animals for health and behavioral issues and report promptly

· Handle laundry, wash dishes, stock shelves, and maintain digital records for animal care tasks

· Work alongside shelter volunteers and provide guidance as necessary regarding job tasks

· Assist with client-facing tasks as requested

Requirements/Qualifications

· One year of volunteer or work experience with animals preferred.

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

· Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

· Valid driver’s license and ability to safely drive the organization’s cargo van is a plus.

· Practices humane and compassionate treatment of animals and people at all times

· Promotes the safety of animals, other staff, and shelter visitors as a top priority.

· Exercises maturity and good judgment and remains calm in stressful situations

· Generalized computer skills; able to maintain and use a variety of applications for recordkeeping.

· Is flexible and can work well with a team, as well as independently; prioritize multiple tasks appropriately in a fast-paced environment

Pay, Schedule, Benefits:

This hourly position starts at $16.00. This position is scheduled for three days each week, 8am - 4:30pm (with at least one mandatory weekend day). Benefits include paid time off, paid training, employee discounts on pet supplies & diets, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. 

*Weekend shifts receive a $1.00/hour shift differential*

Contact
Posting is open until filled.

PARL is an equal opportunity employer and fully committed to a culturally diverse staff to better serve our community. Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter describing their interest in this position to:

Scout Clode
Animal Care and Intake Manager
sclode@parl.org

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