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Shelter Associate
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What they do
An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.
$32,811 / year median in Illinois
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Dynamic position at animal shelter, including care of cats and dogs, adoption counseling, data entry, office work and cleaning. Mix of weekends and weekdays. Training provided, wages commensurate with experience.