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Animal Care and Transport Associate
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$35,677 / year median in Massachusetts
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Who we are:
Pets are family. This belief is at the heart of everything we do at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. We are the first female-founded animal welfare organization in Massachusetts and are proud to carry on a legacy of kindness and compassion, helping more than 20,000 animals annually since 1899. Recognized for our innovative, award-winning programs that go beyond sheltering, we address the root causes of the issues facing animals and the people who love them. By partnering with communities, we help animals heal and thrive, keep pets and people together, and protect animals from harm.What we offer:
Base hourly rate ranging from $18 to $19 per hour; Paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal days; Health, dental, and vision insurance; Retirement plan with employer matching program; Generous pet care reimbursement and discounts; The opportunity to work with a great team of colleagues who give their all every day!What you will do:
Use your skills to make a difference by becoming a part of one of the best and oldest animal welfare organizations!Here s how:
Safely transport animals in the Transport Waggin' for relocation between ARL's Boston, Dedham, and Brewster campuses. Provide relocation transport services between ARL locations and outside organizations, including airport pick-ups for out-of-state shelter transports. Perform owner surrender pick-ups when the owner cannot get to the shelter to surrender their pet. Work with shelter staff to provide food, water, and enrichment for all animals in the Animal Care & Adoption Centers and related areas. The schedule for this position is Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 8:00am - 6:30pm.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Personal Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance