Come work as an Animal Care Technician for Animal Humane Society, where caring for animals isn’t just a job – it’s our passion. We are on a mission to compassionately and responsibly create a more humane world for animals and their people
Purpose: You are a focused, independently motivated, and communicative team member who provides a high level of humane and compassionate care to shelter animals. You ensure that all animals have a safe and clean living environment, drinking water, and food per feeding instructions.
Pay Rate: $16/hour
Benefits (see additional benefits below):
· Health, dental, vision insurance and more!
· 15+ days of paid time off for a full year
· 9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays per full calendar year
Schedule: 40 hours/week; see schedule below
Location: Golden Valley, MN
What you will be doing:
Animal Care — Perform daily cleaning and sanitization of cages, kennels, and animal areas per shelter protocols. Prepare and distribute food for animals in accordance with established procedures. Observe animals’ appearance and activity for any behavioral changes or health concerns, reporting any information back to appropriate teams.
Process – Complete accurate data entry into the computer system.
Support — Assist with animal restraint for transportation, medical procedures, collection of feces or urine, and euthanasia as required. Move animals throughout the shelter as needed.
Communication — Listen, pay attention, and be a responsible steward of information. Gather and convey information in a clear, complete, and timely manner. Be receptive to and able to provide feedback in a professional manner
Culture — Foster an open and inclusive work environment by modeling AHS’s behaviors and values, consistent with the vision and mission of the organization. Champion a culture of safety and promote meaningful volunteer engagement.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
What we are looking for:
Schedule — Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during operational hours with the expectation to work varied hours including evening and weekend shifts.
Experience — Animal experience preferred.
Computer Skills — Proficient with computers, specifically, a working knowledge of Microsoft products.
Adaptability — Ability to work in a professional and positive manner with high attention to detail in a variety of situations and the willingness to assist at other sites.
Communication — Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, must have ability to work as a team member and partner collaboratively with all departments.
Physical & Emotional Capabilities — Must be able to handle the physical aspect of working in a shelter, including warm and humid environments. Should be comfortable with handling a variety of animals with medical and behavioral needs. Must have a high level of resiliency and be able to handle the emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of humane euthanasia. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
This position description is intended to describe the general content and/or requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Benefits
About AHS
Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help nearly 100,000 animals in need across Minnesota.
As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere.
Why Work Here
Our Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
As an organization dedicated to making the world a more humane and compassionate place for animals, we know that people are at the heart of all that we do. Animal Humane Society’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to our mission and shapes our culture, our work, and the services we provide.
At AHS we embrace and honor the inherent dignity and diverse experiences of our team members, volunteers, board members, partners, clients, and visitors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or income. Working together to instill equity and inclusivity within our organization will allow us to better serve the people and animals of Minnesota, and ultimately have a positive impact on animals in our care.
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