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.
What is Gigi's? We're not your typical non-profit—we're a startup, rapidly growing organization that provides integrated shelter, veterinary, and behavior care for homeless dogs in rural shelters.
Our mission is clear:
i mproving the lives of shelter dogs™ requires a different approach. That's why we've brought together a team of experts in one state-of-the-art facility, creating a more cost-effective way to deliver high-quality care and save more lives. We're always seeking top talent, dedicated animal caretakers, and driven individuals who are ready to make a difference. We focus on personal growth alongside our mission. We believe in empowering our team to excel in what they love, push their boundaries, and grow into professionals they're proud to be. Our culture is rooted in support, intentional growth, and collaboration—and we are building a future of shelter dog care that will set the standard. Your Role as a
Team Gigi's Animal Care Attendant:
As a vital part of Team Gigi's, you'll play a crucial role in the well-being of our canine residents.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing mental and physical care to up to 60 dogs, ensuring a high quality of life and a clean, safe, and healthy environment. Offering tailored enrichment opportunities to meet individual dog needs. Conducting daily walks, enrichment activities, and interactions with Gigi's dogs. Handling animals with care and professionalism. Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of dog housing. Assisting with feeding, medication, and dog transportation to and from Gigi's campus. Monitoring animal behavior and health, promptly reporting any changes. Maintaining accurate, up-to-date records of animals in your care Representing Gigi's in a professional and courteous manner. Actively participating in Team Gigi's to advance our mission and goals. Other duties as assigned? Absolutely. We think every job should change and grow, getting more efficient and effective as we go! All team members at Gigi's collaborate and change tasks as requested by leadership. You will most certainly do things we haven't listed here; some are tasks we haven't captured because they're too small to capture and keep you interested, some are projects we haven't considered that you'll bring to the team, some things we'll build together to improve the care of dogs forever.
Must-Have:
At least 1 year of experience in animal care or kennel attendance. The ability to perform strenuous physical work daily, without limitations. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Full-time position is 40 hour average work week consisting of 8-hour shifts 5 days a week with consecutive days off, Weekends, and holidays required. Excellent dog care and handling skills. Attention to detail, good judgment, and a collaborative spirit. No allergies to animals. Possession of a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, as well as an insurable driving record for company vehicle transports. Ability to successfully complete a criminal history background check annually. Nice to
Have:
Shelter experience. Experience working with database software (practice, shelter, and/or customer management systems).
Opportunities and Benefits:
Continuous feedback, personal growth, and skill enhancement. Diverse care functions and a multidisciplinary approach Additional benefits, including a uniform allowance and discounted employee pet veterinary care.
About Gigi's:
Our state-of-the-art, 26,000-square-foot campus features three buildings, where we perform high-volume, high-quality spay and neuter procedures, veterinary behavior medicine, parvovirus treatment, dental surgery, diagnostics, mass removal, and more. We offer shelter, veterinary, behavior, and adoption services at a skill level that will challenge and fulfill you. Working at
Gigi's:
At Gigi's, we blend shelter medicine, private practice veterinary care, rescue, education, and research to provide access to care for rural dogs and the people who care for them. We foster partnerships, embrace challenges, and encourage collaboration. We're open and supportive while maintaining a professional and driven approach. Gigi's isn't for everyone, but those who share our vision will find tremendous satisfaction in joining our team. Ready to make a lasting impact on shelter dogs and advance your career? and be part of Gigi's work improving the lives of shelter dogs ™
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Uniform allowance Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position will work a schedule that includes Saturday and Sunday. You will have two consecutive days off, but they will be days other than the traditional weekend. Are you able to work weekends?
