Animal Care Technician
Animal Care Technician
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Animal Care Technician FT
Fulltime
Silverdale WA
Description
Why consider joining Kitsap Humane Society
Are you looking for more than just a job and a chance to make a difference Do you thrive in a dynamic fastpaced environment
As the Animal Care Technician you will work in collaboration with a strong team of 75 staff and 355 volunteers to rescue rehabilitate and find loving homes for thousands of animals every year.
Who are we
Founded in 1908 and located in Silverdale Washington Kitsap Humane Society (KHS) serves Kitsap County and beyond as more than a shelter. Our mission is to provide positive lifechanging solutions for people and animals in need. We are committed to upholding an open admissions policy for stray pets while maintaining an extensive adoption program a low euthanasia rate and excellence in our services.
What is the opportunity
The Animal Care team has the primary responsibility of caring for all of the animals in the shelter. These may be stray animals brought in by good Samaritans or animals surrendered by owners who can no longer care for them. This important position is the foundation of animal rescue.
The Animal Care Technicians primary responsibilities are:
Clean animal kennels.
Feed animals
Move animals from one location to another within the shelter.
Assist with dog walking and playgroups
Assist with vaccinations.
Wash shelter animals dishes and laundry.
Fill in when needed in our Admissions department
Requirements
Qualities of the Ideal Candidate
This position works very closely with other members of the Animal Care team as well as the Behavior and Admissions Department Customer Service and Veterinary Services. This job is physically demanding and requires a great sense of urgency and a fantastic work ethic. The job requires flexibility energy and the ability to think quickly on ones feet. A sense of humor is a huge plus! Professional animal handling experience would be great but is not required. The ideal team member will have good customer service skills and basic computer knowledge. A love of animals is necessary along with feeling comfortable handling all sizes and breeds of dogs and cats livestock small animals and reptiles. You must be willing to learn to vaccinate and deworm animals. The ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time is key as is being a strong team player having an eye for accuracy and outstanding attention to detail. The animals dont take holidays or weekends so you must be available to work weekends and rotating holidays. A high school diploma / GED are required. You must be 18 years old to be considered.
What Do We Offer You
For full time employees (30hrs or more a week)
Working for an organization that values of excellence in animal welfare outstanding customer service compassion integrity teamwork collaboration financial stewardship and inclusion.
Starting wage at $17.28
Full time Sunday through Thursday either 7:00am to 3:30pm or
Medical Dental Health Reimbursement Arrangement $10000 Group Life Insurance Plan and Employee Assistance Program 100% paid by employer for the employees coverage.
Voluntary Vision Supplemental Life Insurance Supplemental LongTerm Disability Pet Insurance and participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan also available. If elected benefits are available the 1st of the month after hire.
2 weeks of vacation increasing to 3 weeks in your second year; 11 paid holidays; and 2 weeks of sick leave annually.
Bereavement paid time for family and pet.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for fulltime employees.
Being surrounded by cute furry and feathery friends.
Grow your family with one free pet adoption per year.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
