Animal Caregiver

Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge

Job Description

We are seeking an Animal Caregiver to join our dedicated team of passionate animal lovers! Our ideal candidate would be committed to becoming a longterm member of our team, and would be excited to work alongside other staff members to help our organization continue to grow.

Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge is a sanctuary for farmed animals who are rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment. Located in Pittsboro North Carolina, the Refuge is home to over 100 goats, sheep, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, cows, and one guinea fowl, who are provided with high quality healthcare, daily enrichment, and animal-centered homes. The Refuge offers tours, vegan cooking classes, and other educational programs designed to inspire a compassionate vegan lifestyle.

The Refuge is located about 20 minutes from Carrboro, Chapel Hill and Saxapahaw and about 45 minutes from Raleigh, Durham and Greensboro. Job responsibilities, qualifications and specifics are listed below.
Responsibilities

Daily animal feeding, watering, enrichment and socialization

Daily animal medications, treatments and other health care

Daily cleaning of animal houses and outdoor environments

Updating and maintaining animal records

Training and supervising volunteers and interns

Working closely with the Animal Care Director, Caregiving Team and other staff members

Conducting weekly purchases and storage of hay, straw, feed, and other animal supplies

Transporting animals to vet appointments and communicating with veterinarians

Maintaining neat and organized work and storage spaces

Capturing photographs and videos of the animal residents

Assisting with animal rescues and transports as needed

Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Previous animal experience is required

Commitment to the mission of Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge

Knowledge of and passion for animal rights issues and veganism is strongly preferred

Excellent animal behavior observation skills

Able and willing to work in all weather conditions

Able and willing to perform strenuous physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds

Able to follow detailed instructions and meet time sensitive demands

Able to learn and process new information quickly

Strong communication and listening skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to interact constructively with volunteers, staff, and the general public

Experience managing volunteers is strongly preferred

Resourcefulness and ability to work independently

Strong time management skills with ability to multi-task efficiently

Able to handle confidential and sensitive information

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and social media platforms

Flexible schedule to meet onsite program requirements; weekend, evening and holiday hours are required as needed

Valid driver’s license and clean criminal background check

Job Specifics

Full time permanent position at 40 hours per week

Starting wage is $17 - $19 per hour, based on experience

Regular schedule includes weekends and holidays, as needed

BENEFITS: 120 hrs of Paid Time Off per year (equivalent of 3 weeks), ICHRA health insurance, opportunities for professional development & networking, mental health support, access to Premium Calm App, and discounts through the Working Advantage Program

To apply please submit a cover letter, resume and two work-related references to Lenore Braford at: lenore@piedmontrefuge.org

Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge is an equal opportunity employer. Piedmont Farm Animal prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Piedmont Farm Animal conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.