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Laredo Animal Protective Society
Animal Care Specialist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$29,739 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Animal Care Specialist Laredo Animal Protective Society Laredo, TX Job Details Part-time From $9 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Companion animal handling Spanish Customer service Employee relationship building English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Animal care Time management Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Animal Care Specialists are responsible for the day-to-day care of animals in the shelter, the daily cleaning of the facility, and helping find homes for animals placed up for adoption.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide the daily enrichment, cleaning, and sanitizing of kennels along with associated equipment
- Ensure food and water are provided for the animals as needed
- Maintain inventory of animals, equipment and supplies
- Screen animals for disposition and complete animal profiles
- Report any health or behavioral problems displayed by animals to management immediately
- Assist potential adopters in finding their forever pet
- Dispose of trash in a timely manner
- Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required
- Candidates will work independently and responsibly while observing all health and safety guidelines and contribute enthusiastically to the positive culture and mission of
LAPS. JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least a high school graduate (or equivalent) and possess a valid driver's license
- Must be able to speak in both English and Spanish
- Must be in good physical condition, energetic, and able to work 7 days/week, including some holidays and weekends
- Experience in animal welfare, shelter, or customer service preferred, but not required.
- Must be responsible, reliable, and comfortable with animals
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to learn procedures related to sanitizing kennels, equipment, and general animal handling
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to learn safety protocols and procedures
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Learn and use shelter software
- Be organized, detail-oriented and have strong time management skills
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public, volunteers, staff, and management
- Recognize and interpret animal signals in an efficient manner
- Work with frequent interruption and changes in priorities
- Perform all physical requirements of the position