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Pet Care Specialist
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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.
$29,752 / year median in Wisconsin
+13% projected growth
Job Description
- Is passionate about providing an exceptional experience for pets and their owners
- Is a team player and is able to work with a variety of personality types
- Cares about making pets feel comfortable in any environment
- Has availability to work when the pets are here, this includes weekends and holidays
- Believes that pets are a part of the family and deserve a safe and fun environment to play and rest in while their pet-parents are away.
- Has a positive can-do attitude and likes to work as a team to provide the best care to customers and their pets
- Is a reliable and hard-working individual who is open to learning
- Experience working in a pet daycare or kennel environment is preferred but not required.
- Has reliable transportation -Is at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma (or equivalent) Candidates will only be considered if a resume have been received.