Seasonal Animal Care Attendant

3 weeks ago

Palm Springs, United States Palm Springs Animal Shelter Full time

**Job Title**: Animal Care Attendant - Cats & Small Animal Team

**Department**: Animal Care

**Reports to**: Director of Operations

**FLSA Classification**: Non-Exempt; Part Time; Seasonal

**Supervises**: N/A

**Created /Update**: Revised May 2024

**Compensation**: $20.00/hour

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for making sure each animal has the proper food and water; all animal cages and kennels are clean; each animals’ physical hygiene is maintained, and each animal is supplied with enrichment activity to meet their needs such as socializing and exercising. The Animal Care Attendant is also responsible for ensuring that all shelter animals have clean and humane living conditions. All responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with The Palm Springs Animal Shelter standards, policies, and procedures.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **include the following:
All Animal Care Attendants
- Care and husbandry of shelter animals, including but not limited to: providing food and water; cleaning cages and kennels.
- Provide exercise, socialization and enrichment as time permits and as requested by the lead ACA or management.
- Cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining assigned area(s) of the shelter. Must meet acceptable standards of cleanliness determined by management.
- Ensure all secondary tasks and responsibilities are satisfactorily performed, including but not limited to: dishes; laundry; sweeping; mopping; dusting; sanitizing furniture and equipment; properly disposing of animal waste (indoors and outdoors).
- Consistently maintain a clean and orderly kennel area, including restocking supplies and equipment as necessary.
- Inspect donated items carefully determining if item(s) should be kept or moved along.
- When needed and requested, properly put away all donations related to animal care.
- Assist with making sure that all volunteers have an enjoyable experience by professionally greeting volunteers, answering volunteers questions, directing volunteers to the appropriate person as needed and following up with volunteers in a timely manner.
- As needed and requested, assist prospective adopters with animal visitations.
- Accurately keep all records and documentation up to date as required for your position.
- Continuously exhibit a positive working attitude by demonstrating respect for staff members, volunteers and members of the public.
- Exhibit a humane and caring attitude at all times towards the animals in our care
- Use a humane and safe approach in all handling and restraint of animals, striving to maintain safety and security for the animals, staff, volunteers, and the public
- Carry and safeguard a shelter-issued communication radio making yourself available for communication with your lead and co-workers during your scheduled shift(s).
- Adhere to the cleaning procedures as detailed in the Standard Operating Procedures and protocols for animal care, kennel maintenance, sanitation, parasite and disease control, and other animal care practices
- Provide careful, ongoing observation of animals throughout the shelter to see that the animals are safe, healthy, clean, and comfortable - promptly notify appropriate staff if any animal shows signs of stress, injury, or illness.
- Provide prompt and proper receiving and kenneling of new animals entering the shelter.
- Move animals to different housing areas of the shelter; or for medical checks, play groups, or in preparation for transport as directed.
- As needed and requested, assist medical staff or adoption counselors with handling animals during exams, vaccinations, medical treatments, or introductions to potential adopters.
- Use the shelter’s computer animal database program (PetPoint) to keep accurate computer records at all times including current location within the shelter.
- Report any maintenance issues to appropriate staff.
- Maintain security by ensuring animal housing areas and individual kennels are kept locked, ensure exterior doors and gates are locked when shelter is closed.
- May be asked to use a shelter vehicle to transport animals locally.
- May be asked to assist in training new staff or volunteers.
- May be asked to participate in adoption and community outreach events.
- Comply with established safe work practices and attend all safety-related training provided or made available by the Shelter.
- Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

**Personal Attributes**

The incumbent should be able to consistently demonstrate the following personal attributes:

- ** Attitude** - Maintain a positive, upbeat role, promote and exemplify Shelter values, and represent departmental objectives and interests to internal and external customers
- **Customer Service** - Follow up on complaints, questions, and concerns; respond to internal/external customer needs in a friendly, timely and efficient manner
- **Teamwork**:

- Develop and promote teamwork and cooperation among co-workers and vol

  • Animal Care Attendant

    4 weeks ago

    Palm Springs, United States Palm Springs Animal Shelter Full time

    **Job Title**: Animal Care Attendant - Cats & Small Animal Team **Department**: Animal Care **Reports to**: Director of Operations **FLSA Classification**: Hourly / Part Time** (Seasonal)** **Supervises**: N/A **Compensation**: $17.00 **POSITION OVERVIEW** The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for making sure each animal has the proper food and...

  • Animal Care Attendant

    4 weeks ago

    Palm Springs, United States Palm Springs Animal Shelter Full time

    **Job Title**: Animal Care Attendant - Dog **Department**: Animal Care **Reports to**: Behavior Manager **FLSA Classification**: Full Time/Hourly (overtime available) **Supervises**: N/A **Created /Update**: Updated March 2024 **Compensation**: $17.00 per hour **POSITION OVERVIEW** The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for making sure each animal...

  • Animal Care Attendant

    4 weeks ago

    Palm Beach, United States Destination Pet LLC Full time

    **Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack - a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!**: Pet care is a journey. Welcome to your destination!...

  • Animal Care Attendant

    1 day ago

    Palm Beach, United States Destination Pet LLC Full time

    **Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack - a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!**: Pet care is a journey. Welcome to your destination!...

  • Kennel Assistant/Daycare Attendant at VCA Northwest Animal Hospital

    1 month ago

    Colorado Springs, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full time

    VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking a part time Kennel assistant/Daycare attendant for our boarding facility. **Compensation: $15.00 -$16.00 per hour depending upon experience, availability and leadership potential** We are looking for positive, pleasant, cheerful, motived candidates, who are reliable and enjoy working with animals and people. Must be...

  • Animal Caregiver

    2 weeks ago

    Warm Springs, United States Full Circle Farm Sanctuary Full time

    **About us**: Full Circle Farm Sanctuary (FCFS) is a 55 acre sanctuary located in Warm Springs, Georgia, that serves as a permanent safe haven for farmed animals. In addition to providing a nurturing lifetime home for over 100 rescued animals at FCFS, we also network with other sanctuaries and animal advocates to help find loving forever homes for those who...

  • Animal Care Technician

    1 day ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We are an organization that...

  • Animal Care Supervisor

    3 weeks ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We...

  • Animal Care Supervisor

    3 weeks ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We...

  • Animal Care Supervisor

    2 days ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We...

  • Animal Care Lead Keeper

    3 weeks ago

    Palm Desert, United States LIVING DESERT DBA THE LIVING DESERT Full time

    Description: **Position Summary**: The **Animal Care Lead Keeper** is an energetic, front-line position responsible for assisting the Animal Care leaders with area staff and the area animal residents. This position is primarily responsible within a specified area of the zoo to provide the highest quality daily care, husbandry and behavioral management of a...

  • Animal Care Specialist

    1 day ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We are an organization that...

  • Animal Care Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Chester Springs, United States Pennsylvania SPCA Full time

    **SUMMARY**:The Animal Care Specialist is primarily responsible for working to fulfill the Pennsylvania SPCA’s mission to protect animals, prevent cruelty and to improve the health and quality of life throughout Pennsylvania. The employee will assist clients of the Pennsylvania SPCA Main Line Animal Rescue location with their needs by providing optimal...

  • Veterinary Receptionist at Northwest Animal Hospital Colorado Springs, CO

    2 months ago

    Colorado Springs, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full time

    Client Service Representative Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Client Service Representative to join our team This position pays $16.00-18.00 per hour, dependent on experience, education, certification, etc VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited, full service veterinary hospital who caters to our clients and their pets. We...

  • Veterinary Receptionist at Northwest Animal Hospital Colorado Springs, CO

    3 weeks ago

    Colorado Springs, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full time

    Client Service Representative Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Client Service Representative to join our team This position pays $16.00-18.00 per hour, dependent on experience, education, certification, etc VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited, full service veterinary hospital who caters to our clients and their pets. We...

  • Animal Care Keeper- Large Carnivores/small

    3 weeks ago

    Palm Desert, United States LIVING DESERT DBA THE LIVING DESERT Full time

    Description: **Position Summary**: The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Animal Care Keeper is responsible for providing the highest quality daily care, husbandry, and behavioral advancement of a defined portion of The Living Desert’s (TLD) animal residents and habitats. The Animal Care Department is expected to support the Zoo in its mission “to support...

  • Animal Behavior Technician

    1 month ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial in the colorful State of Colorado. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We...

  • Veterinary Receptionist at Northwest Animal Hospital Colorado Springs, CO

    5 days ago

    Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States VCA Animal Hospitals Full time

    Client Service RepresentativeNorthwest Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Client Service Representative to join our teamThis position pays $ per hour, dependent on experience, education, certification, etcVCA Northwest Animal Hospital is an AAHA accredited, full service veterinary hospital who caters to our clients and their pets. We offer boarding,...

  • Assistant Animal Care Curator

    4 weeks ago

    Palm Desert, United States LIVING DESERT DBA THE LIVING DESERT Full time

    Description: **Where Vision Meets Action: Join The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens!** We are on a mission to redefine the future of zoos, push boundaries, and give a powerful voice to desert wildlife conservation. If you are passionate about animal well-being, visionary leadership, and driving positive change in the world, then keep reading! **About Us**: We...

  • Animal Processor

    4 weeks ago

    Colorado Springs, United States Humane Society Pikes Peak Region Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking to make a difference in the lives of pets and people? With an almost year-round beautiful blue sky and a scenic mountain backdrop, HSPPR is a nonprofit animal shelter serving El Paso, Pueblo, and Douglas Counties as well as the City of Centennial. We employ a total of 200+ employees. We are an organization that...