Top 10 Animal care Jobs in Biloxi Ms

Adoption Counselor
Humane Society of South Mississippi —Gulfport, MS
- $12 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- English
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kennel Assistant
Animal Hospital of Orange Grove —Gulfport, MS
- Part-time
- Patient monitoring
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Kennel Attendant
Acosta Veterinary Hospital —Biloxi, MS
- $11 - $14 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Kennel Assistant
Creature's Comfort Pet Lodge —Gulfport, MS
- From $12 an hour
- No experience needed
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
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Animal Care Associate
Humane Society of South Mississippi —Gulfport, MS
- $12 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Windows
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pet Trainer
PetSmart —D'Iberville, MS
- $13.07 - $17.57 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Animal Control Officer
City of Gulfport —Gulfport, MS
- $31,654.84 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- On-the-job training
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Animal Care Supervisor
Humane Society of South Mississippi —Gulfport, MS
- From $15 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Kennel Technician Vet Clinic
Humane Society of South Mississippi —Gulfport, MS
- $12 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- OSHA
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Adoption Counselor

Humane Society of South Mississippi -
Gulfport, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
$12 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Computer operation
Customer communication
Pet companionship
Volunteer management
English
Windows
Driver's License
Dog handling
Organizational skills

Full Job Description

Humane Society of South Mississippi
Adoption Counselor

Department: Adoptions/Retail Associate

Classification: Hourly, non-exempt

Job Relationships: Reports to the Adoptions Manager

Position Summary: Responsible for facilitating adoption of HSSM animals and assisting with the care of HSSM animals in the adoption area. Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work space as well as tracking correct inventory in HSSM’s Bow-Wow-Meow Boutique. Must be able to handle difficult customers in a compassionate and professional manner.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be a team player, able to work in a fast paced environment. Excellent communications, customer service, organization, leadership, and multitasking skills. Customer service and/or retail experience is required. Ability to read and write English is required. Knowledge of animal breeds and behavior helpful; with the ability to make decisions regarding the welfare of animals. Must able to work on weekends. Basic computer skills in a Windows environment required, Committed to the mission of the HSSM.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older; able to lift 50 lbs.; able to stand, bed and perform duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

MEASUREMENTS

Current knowledge of animals in facility. Assists potential adopters by matching animals and owners.
Assists and circulates among potential adopters.
Answers all HSSM inquiries in a polite and courteous manner.
Enters correct adoption data into computer.
Adoption records are accurate and current.
Dog walking in heat, rain, cold, etc.
Cleans, disinfects and maintains sanitary animal holding areas of adoption mall areas at all times.
Adoption areas are clean and free of debris and waste.
Assists in cleaning Hydrant Pod in the morning.
Photographs adoptable animals and writes biographies for the website
Processes return of slumber party foster animals.
Return records are accurate and current.
Monitors and reports health or behavior concerns to supervisor.
Health or behavior concerns are immediately addressed.
Maintains a safe working environment in compliance with local and state regulations as well as OSHA standards.
Works with and oversees the duties of assigned volunteers.
Maintains a profession and cordial attitude with fellow employees and public.
Represents HSSM and the mission in a professional and courteous manner at all times
Assists new staff and volunteers
Rotates schedule of cleaning offsite cat kennels.
Goes to Petco and other offsite partners to clean kennels on time and as assigned.
Processes customer transactions.
Facilitates transactions in a courteous and timely manner.
Organizes and cleans Retail store area.
Retail store is clear of clutter and debris; Counter is clean and well- organized; Retail store is presentable to public.
Processes deliveries and stocks merchandise.
Merchandise is easy to find and organized and up-stock is available to customers when needed.
Maintains presence in Retail area.
Physically present in Retail store during public hours.
Greets customers entering Retail/Adoption lobby in an appropriate and friendly manner.
Guides customers to adoption mall or elsewhere as appropriate in a timely manner.
Researches and identifies venders and products.
Follows up on customer feedback.
Answers telephone.
Provides timely, accurate and informative responses.
Replies to adoptions e-mails.
Provides timely, accurate and informative responses.
Supports other shelter activities as needed.
Enthusiastically responds to requests.
Knowledge of products carried in the store- including use of animal age appropriateness.
Able to suggest products to help with customer problems and upsell when needed.
Participates fully in Pet Store Pro.
Meets deadlines when they are due.
Available for offsite sales/adoption events when needed.
Merchandise products in a creative and appropriate way so that products are presented to customers in a way that maximizes sales.
Responsible for pricing, placement and sale of merchandise.
Data entry of donations/daily logs
Responsible for the opening, closing, and daily operation of the Retail Register and Register computer.
All other duties as assigned.

General Expectations:

Is flexible with scheduling and is available when away from the facility as needed to meet the needs of the organization.
Creates, promotes, and follows safety guidelines to ensure a safe work environment. Takes immediate action to address any safety concern or non-compliance with OSHA safety rules that could put an employee, volunteer, client, animal and organization at risk.
Promotes integration and engagement of volunteers.
Promotes communication and cooperation between HSSM departments.
Actively solicits donations and promotes retail sales.
Willing to become euthanasia certified. Performs euthanasia if necessary.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a retail/kennel clinic setting. Exposure to high noise levels and cleaning agents when in kennel area. Subject to animal bites and scratches. Able to handle animals of questionable health and temperament. Lifting of up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodation. Standing, bending and stretching for 8-10 hours per day. Computer usage. Exposure to Zoonotic disease.

I have read the above description and understand that adherence to these expectations is a requirement for employment at the Humane Society of South Mississippi.

Signed ____________________________________________________ Date ______________________

Print Name ___________________________________________________________________________

EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER: This job description is not a contract. Management reserves the rgith to change its contents at any time. This organization complies with the guidelines set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam ara. This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

This schedule is primarily Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30am-5:30pm. Can you accommodate this schedule?

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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