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ER/Urgent Care Veterinarian
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Animal Care Associate - Dog Team
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- 18 years or older
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Veterinary Externship
Carson Valley Veterinary Hospital —Carson City, NV
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Carson City Animal Care Associate PT

NEVADA HUMANE SOCIETY -
Carson City, NV

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Job Details

Part-time
$16 - $18 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Safety regulations
Driver's License
Driving

Full Job Description

Care for pets. Find them homes. Save lives. That’s the mission at Nevada Humane Society.

We’re a high-save organization helping nearly 34,000 animals in our community each year and caring for approximately 10,000 across both of our campuses. through sheltering, adoptions and community-centered programs and services that help find pets loving homes and keep them there. We are seeking an Animal Care Associate to join our team at our Carson Campus. In this role, you’ll provide daily care, support positive outcomes, and help match pets with the families who will love them for life.

At NHS, lifesaving work is powered by dedicated professionals. We support our team with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and a workplace rooted in compassion, teamwork, and purpose.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Department:

Animal Care

Reports To:

Animal Care Manager or Assistant Manager

Supervises:

None

FLSA/Work Hours Status:

Varies

DOL Status:

Non-Exempt

Base Pay Range:

Base pay range is calculated by position title, and experience. It is determined within the departmental budget. Changes to the range are approved by the CEO.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Our Animal Care Associate plays an important role in advancing Nevada Humane Society’s mission.

As an Animal Care Associate, you contribute to Nevada Humane Society’s mission by providing proper care for all animals housed at Nevada Humane Society based on assigned department. Your work directly supports the organization’s mission by providing compassionate and high-quality animal care, while demonstrating core competencies in teamwork, professionalism, safety awareness, adaptability, and community engagement, contributing to fundraising efforts and the promotion of a positive public image and reflects our commitment to care for pets, find them homes and save lives.

Essential Responsibilities

Position-Specific Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, respectful care to all animals.
Support intake and movement of animals through evaluations and designated pathways.
Administer vaccinations, medications, and assist with surgery prep and recovery (Carson Campus)
Monitor animal health and behavior through daily wellness checks; report illness and follow emergency protocols.
Ensure accurate documentation, including database updates, photos, and adoption profiles.
Maintain clean and sanitary animal areas through daily deep cleaning and spot cleaning.
Provide food, water, special diets, grooming, exercise, and enrichment.
Maintain appropriate kennel signage and cards based on medical and behavioral history.
Assist adopters using the Adopters Welcome philosophy; communicate with fosters and adopters for timely placements.
Transport animals to appointments, events, and partner organizations.

BENEFITS & PERKS

In Nevada

Nevada employers often provide competitive benefits, but NHS stands out with:

Employer-paid medical & vision premium option (Full-Time Employees)
Pet-centric benefits not typical in most benefit packages
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on day one rather than waiting periods.
This puts NHS at or above local and national trends for comprehensive total compensation and unique personal perks

Full-Time Employees Are Eligible For:

• Nine paid holidays • 90% employer-paid buy-up options and low-cost dental plans

Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

All Employees are eligible for:

Low-cost supplemental plans including Life Insurance, Accident, and Short-Term Disability
Pet-focused perks such as free vaccines, spay/neuter, and end-of-life services for employee-owned pets
Free and reduced-cost pet adoptions
Up to 50% off major brand and prescription pet food delivered directly to the shelter

WHY NORTHERN NEVADA?

Northern Nevada offers an exceptional blend of career opportunity, quality of life, and outdoor adventure, making it an ideal place for professionals who value meaningful work and true work–life balance. Anchored by Reno and Carson City, the region continues to attract people who want to make an impact while enjoying everything life outside of work has to offer.

A Community That Works — and Plays

Northern Nevada is home to:

Approximately 300 days of sunshine each year

Easy access to Lake Tahoe, Pyramid Lake, and the Sierra Nevada mountains

World-class skiing, hiking, biking, paddling, and year-round recreation just minutes away

Here, it’s possible to start your morning on a trail, spend your day doing meaningful work, and unwind by the river or in the mountains after hours.

With no state income tax, abundant sunshine, a diverse economy, and unmatched access to outdoor recreation, Northern Nevada is an ideal home for animal welfare professionals seeking both purpose and balance.

Experience and Qualification Requirements

Position-Specific Requirements

Physically able to walk and/or stand on your feet throughout a normal workday.
Physically able to engage in repetitive motions of legs, arms, and hands, to hear, to see, to move animals and goods.
Physically able to carry up to 50 pounds regularly throughout a normal workday.
Ability to function independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong interpersonal communication and written skills.
Ability to stay abreast of new developments in the community, especially as it relates to animal welfare.
Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
Excellent verbal, written and observational skills.
Must be goal-oriented, self-starter with a willingness and maturity to go beyond prescribed work and time schedules and meet assigned deadlines.
Possession of a valid Nevada or California Driver’s license with valid registration and insurance of personal vehicles.

General Requirements

18 years of age or older.
Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines efficiently.
Staying updated on community developments, particularly in animal welfare.
High degree of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent verbal, written, and observational skills.
Self-starter with a goal-oriented mindset, willing to exceed prescribed work and time schedules to meet deadlines.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License with valid registration and insurance for personal vehicles, essential for positions requiring driving.
Demonstrated commitment to the welfare of animals and alignment with the mission of the Nevada Humane Society.
Consistently treat animals with compassion and respect, both professionally and personally, and promote these values to others.
Strict adherence to all local regulations concerning the ownership and care of personal animals.
Comprehensive understanding of pet behavior and care, with the capability to handle various animals safely and responsibly.
Maintaining a consistently positive and professional demeanor is essential.

Position-Specific Desired Experience

Record of continually increasing responsibilities with measurable results.
A sincere interest in the organization’s mission and vision and increasing visibility within the community.

General Desired Experience

Experience in same or related position in a nonprofit setting-preferably animal welfare.
Record of continually increasing responsibilities with measurable results.

Additional Beneficial Qualifications

College degree.
Experience in a nonprofit agency.
Animal welfare experience

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