Find & Apply For Animal Care Worker / Manager Jobs in Oneonta, New York

Must be available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM . Hours are set for this position. Must have dependable transportation. Provides care for sheltered animals. Treats animals with kindness and respect and seeks to socialize in order to make them more adoptable. Maintains a clean and sanitary environment for shelter animals. Responsibilities § Clean and maintain kennels and animal living areas on a daily basis § Clean other shelter areas. Sweep, take out garbage, etc. § Clean and maintain shelter equipment (e.g., carriers, leashes, brushes) § Wash food and water bowls and put them away in an orderly fashion § Provide each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols § Help as needed with intake of new animals and adoption procedures § Follow proper safety measures and procedures when using chemicals and cleaning supplies § Assist other employees and volunteers in a cheerful and respectful manner as a representative of the Super Heroes Humane Society § Help with washing, drying, and folding of laundry § Help maintain a clean and organized food pantry and supply storage § Inform Shelter Manager of any health issues with the animals Responsible for all other duties as assigned by the Shelter Manager Skills § Enjoys working with dogs, cats, and other animals § Able to read, write, understand, and follow oral and written instructions § Able to humanely handle animals under various circumstances § Able to work harmoniously with other employees § Able to stand for long periods of time § Able to lift and carry 40-lb bags and boxes § Able to bend and squat regularly § Able to handle large animals (up to 100-lb dog) § Must understand the risk of animal bites and scratches while handling animals § Must be punctual, reliable, and responsible § Previous shelter, veterinary/medical office experience a plus

Pay:

$16.00 per hour Ability to

Commute:

Oneonta, NY 13820 (Required)

Work Location:

In person