Animal Care Specialist
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4 Belleville, IL Belleville, IL Full-time Full-time $15 an hour $15 an hour 3 days ago 3 days ago 3 days ago HOURS:
Weekend availability required.
Benefits:
This role is eligible for health, vision, dental benefits after 90 days.
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.
REPORTS TO:
Animal Care Manager
Qualifications:
Animal care experience preferred Attention to detail Must be available Saturdays and Sundays as well as other scheduled days during the week.
JOB SKILLS Must have good written and verbal communication 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) 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.
Animal care experience preferred Attention to detail Must be available Saturdays and Sundays as well as other scheduled days during the week.
Must have good written and verbal communication 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 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).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
4 Belleville, IL Belleville, IL Full-time Full-time $15 an hour $15 an hour 3 days ago 3 days ago 3 days ago HOURS:
Weekend availability required.
Benefits:
This role is eligible for health, vision, dental benefits after 90 days.
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.
REPORTS TO:
Animal Care Manager
Qualifications:
Animal care experience preferred Attention to detail Must be available Saturdays and Sundays as well as other scheduled days during the week.
JOB SKILLS Must have good written and verbal communication 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) 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.
Animal care experience preferred Attention to detail Must be available Saturdays and Sundays as well as other scheduled days during the week.
Must have good written and verbal communication 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 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).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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