The Animal Care Technician (ACT) focuses on all aspects of shelter operations and helps maintain consistency between the front and back of the shelter. ACTs handle animals with compassion and understanding and all work is to be accurately and efficiently documented as needed. ACTs provide excellent customer service to any person seeking services from BrightSide Animal Center. The position participates in and promotes animal safety and wellness within the shelter and during special events, both at the shelter and offsite.
Responsibilities:
● Feed and care for our sheltered animals.
● Clean animal kennels, cages, and holding areas, as well as basic cleaning throughout the shelter,
including but not limited to cleaning/disinfecting, dusting, mopping, and vacuuming.
● Identify symptoms of animal diseases.
● Assist veterinary staff with the treatment of animals and administering daily medications.
● Greet, direct, and assist shelter volunteers and visitors.
● Provide intake services for animals brought into the shelter by the public.
● Help clients and animals in all aspects of shelter operations from intake to outcome.
● Support management with the training and guidance of fellow staff members.
● Assist with all public services when needed, including but not limited to, adoptions, reclaims,
and customer service.
● Ensure that all work performed is accurately entered into PetPoint per BrightSide policy and
procedure.
● Ensure that the dog and cat enrichment board is kept up to date with the most accurate
information daily.
● Ensure each animal in our care is housed appropriately and provided adequate enrichment daily.
● Understand and support BrightSide’s policies and position statements regarding animal welfare
subjects.
● Share information to enhance the public’s knowledge of animal welfare and BrightSide’s mission
and programs.
● Perform any other duties delegated to you by Shelter Management.
Working Conditions:
Work may be performed in noisy indoor and outdoor environments. You may encounter exposure to the elements, including severe cold and heat, be exposed to zoonotic diseases and aggressive animals that may result in scratches, bites, kicking or cause other bodily injuries. People assigned to this position may encounter high levels of stress. Position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stretching, and standing for long periods of time, computer work, writing, and filing. You must have the physical and mental ability to safely perform the full range of duties of the position without creating a hazard to self or others.
Nature of Employment
The Animal Care Technician reports to the Shelter Coordinator. This is a full-time position that requires 40 hours per week and may include weekends, nights, and holiday work.
Compensation
The hourly wage is $14.50-16.50 per hour. Starting wage is dependent upon experience. Health insurance is offered to full-time employees with $500/month toward company-sponsored health plan (Medical, Vision, Dental) and other supplemental benefits. This position is eligible for paid/sick leave after 90 days of employment, accrued at the rate of one (1) hour per 30 hours worked, accrued up to 40 hours/year.