Company Overview
The Humane Society of Harford County is a dedicated non-profit animal shelter committed to the welfare and humane treatment of animals. Serving thousands of animals annually, our mission is to end pet overpopulation and promote responsible pet ownership through education and advocacy. We provide a loving environment where animals find hope and families find their perfect companions.
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and energetic Animal Care Specialist to join our team! In this vital role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care and handling for a diverse range of animals, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive experience for both animals and adopters, supporting our mission to save lives and promote humane treatment.
Requirements
· Routine daily cleaning and feeding of shelter animals in your department.
· Routine daily enrichment and training of shelter animals in your department.
· Routine daily cleaning of department areas such as kitchen, storage areas used by your department, and any other areas as directed by a supervisor.
· Routine daily shelter laundry duties.
· Develop a working knowledge of all shelter animals in your department, through hands-on interaction, review of paperwork, and PetPoint information.
· Oversee inventory of supplies needed by your department, to prevent shortages, and inform the Animal Care Manager when items are missing, damaged, or otherwise out of service.
· Work closely with other HSHC team members and volunteers to ensure animals receive top-notch care and the best chance of a positive outcome.
· Learn, know, and practice safe and low stress/fear free animal handling skills.
· Submit behavior alerts immediately to the Shelter Operations Director for any animals that exhibit behavior issues while in your care or on intake.
· Submit medical alerts immediately to the veterinary team for any animals that exhibit medical issues while in your care or on intake.
· Learn, know, and follow all shelter Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
· Alert Shelter Operations Director to any customer service, staff, policy, or other issues in a timely manner.
· Assist with/perform humane euthanasia as appropriate.
· Other duties as assigned.
· Over the age of 18.
· Rabies vaccinated or willingness to become vaccinated (at HSHC’s expense.)
· Ability to work for at least ten hours, four days a week.
· Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds without help.
· Ability to perform repetitive functions including but not limited to: bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
· Ability to work in confined areas, heat stress and cold conditions, and high noise areas.
· When operating a vehicle in the course of work (either personal or company) all traffic laws, safety and DOT regulations must be adhered to at all times. Do not smoke or use tobacco products in company vehicles.
· Work safely and smartly to minimize the potential for harm to yourself, others, and HSHC property.
· Utilize PPE when appropriate and notify the Shelter Operations Director if needed PPE is not available.
· Keep work areas tidy.
· Immediately report any injuries sustained while on the job, to the Shelter Operations Director or Executive Director.
· Notify the Animal Care Manager immediately of any unsafe working conditions that you identify or that are reported to you.
Pay: $16.25 - $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Animal Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
