Top 62 Animal shelter Jobs in Wisconsin

Dog Care Technician
Elmbrook Humane Society —Brookfield, WI
- $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Animal Caretaker
Lakeland Animal Shelter —Elkhorn, WI
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
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Undercover Animal Cruelty Investigator
Humane World for Animals —Wisconsin
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Temporary
- Bilingual
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Travel reimbursement
- Paid training
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Animal Caretaker
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Clinic experience
- High school diploma or GED
Adoption Counselor/Customer Service
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
Equine Care and Program Assistant (Part-Time)
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $17 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Medication administration
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
Part-Time Animal Caretaker
Dane County —Madison, WI
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- 11+ years
- High school diploma or GED
Building & Grounds Assistant
Dane County Humane Society —Madison, WI
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Maintenance
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Humane Educator (Part-Time)
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Clinic experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Office Assistant
Washington County Humane Society —Slinger, WI
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Office
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Animal Care Staff (Shelter Care worker)
Humane Society of Portage County —Plover, WI
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid time off
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Animal Caretaker
Neenah Animal Shelter —Neenah, WI
- $13.50 - $14.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Driver's License
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Paid time off
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Animal Caretaker - Part Time - Weekends a MUST
Eau Claire County Humane Association —Eau Claire, WI
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- In-person
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Kennel Manager
Iowa County Humane Society —Dodgeville, WI
- $42,000 - $46,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Medication administration
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Front Desk and Animal Care Assistant
Shawano County Humane Society —Shawano, WI
- From $13.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
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Animal Caregiver
Chequamegon Humane Assocation —Ashland, WI
- $13 - $14 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Fair chance
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Mobile Ambassador (Part-Time)
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
Wildlife Program Manager - Milwaukee Campus
WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY —Milwaukee, WI
- $50,865 - $63,582 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Rehabilitation center
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
Shelter Canine Behavior Coordinator
Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) —Waukesha, WI
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Clinic experience
- Mid-level
Animal Care Attendant
ALIVE Rescue —Salem, WI
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Management
- Medication administration
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Dog Care Technician

Elmbrook Humane Society -
Brookfield, WI

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Job Details

Full-time
$16 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount

Qualifications

Companion animal handling
Computer operation
Customer communication
Outdoor work experience
Computer literacy
Driver's License
Dog walking
Computer skills
Community relationship building
Marketing

Full Job Description

Love dogs? Looking for a job that's active, rewarding, and never boring? Join the team at Elmbrook Humane Society as a Dog Care Technician and make a real difference in the lives of homeless dogs every day! From walks and playgroups to training, enrichment, and helping dogs find their perfect families, you'll play a hands-on role in their journey from shelter life to a loving home. If you're passionate about animal welfare, enjoy working hard, and want a career where every day matters, we want to hear from you!

Title: Dog Care Technician

Reports to: Dog Care Manager

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Starting Pay: $16/hour

Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday 8am to 6pm

Purpose of the Job

The Dog Care Technician is responsible for providing high-quality daily care, enrichment, and husbandry for dogs in the care of Elmbrook Humane Society (EBHS). This position supports the physical and behavioral well-being of shelter dogs through cleaning, feeding, monitoring health and behavior, exercise, enrichment, and training activities. The Dog Care Technician also assists with adoption counseling and community outreach efforts, helping to educate adopters and the public on responsible pet ownership and canine behavior. This role is committed to upholding the mission, vision, values, and policies of EBHS while treating every animal with compassion, respect, and dignity.

Job Responsibilities

· Provide high-quality daily care for shelter animals, including appropriate housing, feeding, cleaning, exercise, enrichment, socialization, and monitoring in accordance with EBHS policies and industry best practices.

· Assist the Dog Care Manager with the implementation and documentation of behavior modification and training plans.

· Conduct adoption and foster counseling, providing education and guidance to help ensure successful matches between animals and adopters or foster caregivers.

· Participate in dog playgroups and utilize playgroup observations to support behavior evaluations and enrichment planning.

· Monitor and support volunteers working with dogs to ensure safe animal handling practices and adherence to established protocols.

· Assist medical team by utilizing appropriate and fear free restraint for medical procedures.

· Accurately document animal behavior, training progress, enrichment activities, and other relevant information in shelter software and records.

· Maintain enrichment logs and ensure all dogs receive appropriate daily enrichment as outlined by departmental guidelines.

· Follow all departmental procedures, safety protocols, sanitation standards, and animal welfare guidelines.

· Create, update, and maintain adoption profiles, kennel cards, and marketing materials to accurately represent each dog's personality, needs, and adoptability.

· Embrace and promote force-free, Fear Free, LIMA, and science-based training and behavior practices when working with animals, staff, volunteers, adopters, and the public.

· Provide exceptional customer service and represent EBHS in a professional, positive, and compassionate manner.

· Represent the organization in a professional and courteous manner.

· All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

· 18 years of age or older

· Valid Driver’s License

· Demonstrated knowledge of dog handling and body language.

Prior experience in customer service, animal care, or shelter operations is preferred.

· Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Comfortable working with animals of various species, sizes, and temperaments.
Able to work set schedule, which will include weekends.

· Computer literate and ability to operate office equipment.

Passion for animal welfare and the mission of the organization.
Capable of working in the below described environment.

Work Environment

The work is performed in a dynamic animal shelter environment that can be fast paced, emotionally demanding, and physically active. Employees may be exposed to a variety of wild and domestic animals, including those that are dangerous, diseased, frightened, and injured. Noise levels can be high, and there may be exposure to allergens, cleaning agents, strong odors, and potentially harmful chemicals and drugs. Physical activity is frequent and includes but is not limited to standing, walking, bending, operation of a motor vehicle, lifting up to 50 pounds, and handling animals of varying sizes and temperaments both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. The role involves frequent interaction with the public and requires the ability to remain calm and compassionate in emotionally charged situations.

Elmbrook Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
On-the-job training
Paid time off
Paid training
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Does this schedule for this position work for you? (Wednesdays-Saturdays 8am to 6pm)
Briefly describe any dog handling experience you may have.

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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animal shelter jobs in wisconsin

Dog Care Technician

Animal Caretaker

Undercover Animal Cruelty Investigator

Animal Caretaker

Adoption Counselor/Customer Service

Equine Care and Program Assistant (Part-Time)

Part-Time Animal Caretaker

Building & Grounds Assistant

Humane Educator (Part-Time)

Office Assistant

Animal Care Staff (Shelter Care worker)

Animal Caretaker

Animal Caretaker - Part Time - Weekends a MUST

Kennel Manager

Front Desk and Animal Care Assistant

Animal Caregiver

Mobile Ambassador (Part-Time)

Wildlife Program Manager - Milwaukee Campus

Shelter Canine Behavior Coordinator

Animal Care Attendant

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