Animal Caretaker II

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Canton, MA Posted:

Apr 16, 2026

Closes:

Jun 17, 2026 - 11:59

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Full-time Position ID:

199590

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Massasoit Community College takes pride in its long-standing tradition of excellence and its historic mission to welcome all who seek to learn. The College offers more than 60 associate degree and certificate programs across the arts, sciences, applied sciences, healthcare, and technology. In addition, Massasoit provides non-credit workforce development certificates, corporate training opportunities, adult basic education, and personal enrichment courses. Each year, the College welcomes a diverse body of new and returning students, including high school students seeking to earn college credit through dual enrollment partnerships. More than half of Massasoit's students identify as students of color, and more than half are first generation to attend college. Approximately 700 students annually earn an associate degree or certificate, advancing their educational and career goals. Located in Brockton, Massachusetts - a vibrant and diverse city of approximately 105,000 residents - Massasoit's main campus reflects and celebrates the community it serves. The College also operates a campus in Canton, a satellite location in Middleborough, and serves students from more than 45 cities and towns across Southeastern Massachusetts.

Job Description:

Massasoit's Veterinary Technology program is looking for an enthusiastic individual interested in building a career in the animal health care field. The Veterinary Technology Facility Animal Caretaker works collaboratively with program staff, faculty, students, and animal care team members to provide Vet Tech program animals with high-quality and compassionate care. The animal caretaker demonstrates a strong work ethic, reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail while carrying out these responsibilities. Job responsibilities include ensuring the well-being and excellent care of program animals, thorough cleaning and upkeep of the Veterinary Technology kennel areas and facility, ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions and protocols, thorough documentation, and the ability and self-motivation to work independently.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Walk dogs per safety protocol and pick up after them Feed and provide fresh water to dogs and cats Wash dishes and bowls Clean litter boxes Wash & disinfect kennels and cages Change bedding Wash, dry, & fold bedding Monitor the health and comfort of the animals Report any animal health problems to the program coordinator, vet tech lab tech, or program veterinarian Bathe animals as needed General cleaning and upkeep of animal housing, food prep, and laundry areas Ability to maintain accurate records Re-stock supplies Empty trash and recycling Administration of oral or topical medications Care of post-surgical patients Provide training, guidance and assign work to part-time kennel attendants Exercise direct supervision to part-time kennel attendants Assist veterinarian with safe animal restraint for examination Assist Animal Facilities Manager in appropriate documentation and recording of animal health records Focuses on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions Such statement of specific duties shall fall within the Human Resources Division Classification Specification. All higher education Classification Specifications shall be available at the Board of Higher Education website: www.mass.edu

Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in the care, feeding and handling of dogs and cats, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

An Associate's or higher degree with a major in animal laboratory technology or animal sciences may be substituted for the required experience. •Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. On-call duties on a rotating basis to ensure the welfare of the in-house animal colonies will be required and may include holidays and weekends.

Preferred:

Animal care and handling experience Knowledge in identifying dog and cat behaviors Basic knowledge of medical terminology Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to give oral instructions Reliable transportation Ability and willingness to work holidays and weekends Experience and familiarity with veterinary medicine Willingness to contribute to a positive team culture Demonstrates initiative and strong organizational skills Willingness to tackle unexpected challenges Credentialed veterinary technician a plus

Additional Information:

Position Status:

AFSCME union position, full-time, state funded with benefits. This position is 44 weeks from mid-August to mid-June and is deemed essential.

Hours:

40 hours per week (On-call duties on a rotating basis to ensure the welfare of the in-house animal colonies will be required and may include holidays and weekends.) The position's hours will be Thursday & Friday 7:00AM-3:00PM; Saturday thru Monday 11:00 AM-7:00

PM Salary:

$1,415.85 bi-weekly ($36,812.15 annually) Grade 10, Step 1 - Salary is prorated and represents a 10-month work schedule paid over 12 months. The 44-week work schedule runs approximately from mid-August to mid-June.

Classification Specification:

https://www.mass.edu/forfacstaff/classificationspecs/home.asp

Worksite:

The Canton Campus of Massasoit Community College (travel to other instructional sites may be required) Deadline to

Apply:

June 17, 2026

Application Instructions:

A cover letter and resume are required, please apply online. Resumes will NOT be considered without an accompanying cover letter.

Please Note :

Faxed, emailed, or mailed in resumes and/or materials will NOT be accepted. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback on application statuses. Please refrain from contacting the hiring manager and/or hiring department via phone, email, fax, mail, third person party or vendor and in person. Failure to comply, may result in application withdrawal. Massasoit Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the Title IX and Compliance Officer, Amee Synnott, 508-588-9100, x1304, Brockton Campus, Administration Building, Room 219, asynnott@massasoit.mass.edu , or the Director of Student Rights and Responsibilities, Student Services and Enrollment Management, Eraj Mashmasarmi, 508-588-9100, x1901, Brockton Campus, Student Center, Room SC208a, emashmasa@massasoit.mass.edu , the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by