Adoption & Animal Care Specialist

Wisconsin Humane Society; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company/em

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending plans

Health savings account (HSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption discounts

Staff training programs

Job summary

The Wisconsin Humane Society in Kenosha is seeking Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technicians (AC/ACT) for either part-time or full-time roles. You will work with veterinary professionals and staff to care for animals and assist with same-day adoptions.

You’ll provide daily care, maintain records, and support humane outreach while upholding compassion, respect, and teamwork. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow in a values-driven nonprofit environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated alignment with WHS mission and values of compassion, respect, and kindness
• Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and rotating holidays
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
• Prior animal care experience is a plus
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needs
• Help animals find new homes via our same-day adoption process
• Maintain clean animal housing following our high-standard cleaning guidelines
• Welcome new arrivals via owner surrenders, stray intake, transfers from other organizations, and end-of-life services
• Administer medical treatments under the direction of a veterinarian
• Maintain detailed and accurate records in our animal management software
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Compassion

Respect

Kindness

Innovation

Professionalism

Equity

Positive attitude

Emotional resilience

Flexible schedule

Animal care experience

Bilingual

Job description

The Wisconsin Humane Society in Kenosha is seeking Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Technicians (AC/ACT) for either part-time or full-time roles. You will work with veterinary professionals and staff to care for animals and assist with same-day adoptions.

You’ll provide daily care, maintain records, and support humane outreach while upholding compassion, respect, and teamwork. Training is provided, with opportunities to grow in a values-driven nonprofit environment.