Animal Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


San Mateo, California, United States Peninsula Humane Society Full time
Job Title: Animal Care Technician

About the Role:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Animal Care Technician to join our team at the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA. As an Animal Care Technician, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of the animals in our care.

Responsibilities:


  • Provide humane care for all animals in our shelter, including cleaning and disinfecting animal areas, feeding and ensuring water is available at all times, and unloading, storing, and restocking supplies.
  • Perform humane euthanasia in accordance with our policies and California laws, as needed.
  • Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers, and provide support to other departments as assigned.
  • Ensure a positive public image by enhancing the "behind the scenes" operation of our organization.
  • Work to improve the quality of life for animals in our care.


Requirements:


  • High school diploma or equivalent, or six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
  • Valid California Driver's License with a clean record, and ability to lift up to 50lbs from ground to waist.
  • Ability to manage the emotional aspect of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia, and support staff in high-emotion circumstances.
  • Flexible schedule and ability to work on weekends, holidays, swing shift, and graveyard shift as needed.


Benefits:


  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and flex spending benefits.
  • Sick, vacation, and holiday pay.
  • Continued education opportunities and reimbursement.
  • Employee assistance plan.
  • Retirement plan and employer matching.


Additional Perks:


  • Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions for all employees with pets.
  • Discounted euthanasia services, cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is an equal opportunity employer, and we consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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