Animal Care Team Member

Belleville Area Humane Society

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Animal Care Specialist will be responsible for cleaning kennels, cages, and shelter facilities; providing daily care to shelter animals; and other related job duties. This position is full time, 5 days week and requires Sat/Sun weekend availability.

REPORTS TO: Animal Care Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

Animal care experience preferred
Attention to detail

JOB SKILLS

Must be highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented
Must be organized and able to set priorities
Must be able to work well in a team environment with the public, co-workers, and volunteers
Must demonstrate emotional maturity and good judgment
Must have knowledge of animal breeds and behavior
Must be committed to the mission, values, and goals of the Belleville Area Humane Society
Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain
Can work unaffected in an environment where dogs are barking.
Work requires lifting and carrying animals and food bags (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 50 lbs)
Walks or stands for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position.
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases
Physical ability to clean
Must be able to be on your feet for large portions of the day and handle large animals
Allergies that are aggravated by animals or cleaning supplies may be a disqualification
Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions
Must be able to stand, kneel, walk for up to 8 hours per day
Must be flexible and willing to help with jobs outside of this job description

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

Clean kennels and cages in dog and cat areas inside and outside as well as specific areas such as: Cat Intake, Dog Intake, Kitty Korner and Kitten Room.
Cleaning up animal waste and alerting staff if unusual
Clean common areas as necessary
Wash dishes
Operate laundry equipment
Rotate animals from indoor spaces to outdoor spaces
Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs (over 50 lbs will have assistance)

BENEFITS OFFERED:

Partially paid medical, dental, vision
Long-term and short-term disability
Employee pet benefits
Paid time off
Holiday overtime

This job description reflects the assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description does not establish a contract for employment. The Belleville Area Humane Society is an at-will employer.