Animal Care & Adoption Specialist

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SPCA of Texas is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to join our Dallas team. The role involves caring for and monitoring animals, administering basic treatments, and maintaining clean, safe areas while engaging with the public and prospective adopters.

You will report to ACC Supervisors, work a typical schedule from 7am to 7pm, up to 40 hours per week, and support volunteers and staff while upholding our mission of animal welfare and responsible ownership.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to monitor performance and make improvements under stress.

Responsibilities

• Care for, feed, monitor, medicate, and perform minor treatment on animals.
• Report health or behavior issues to ACC Supervisor/Manager.
• Clean assigned areas on a daily basis.
• Assist prospective clients in selecting animals for adoption.
• Advise new owners on pet examinations, adoption benefits, policies, and procedures.
• Provide information to the public about SPCA of Texas programs and promote good animal care and responsible pet ownership.
• Keep inventory of program supplies and report shortages to ACC Supervisor.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and vehicles in safe condition and report issues.
• Represent SPCA of Texas with excellent customer service.

Skills

Static Strength

Judgment and Decision Making

Oral and Written Expression

Monitoring

Emotional and Mental Requirements

Job description

SPCA of Texas is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to join our Dallas team. The role involves caring for and monitoring animals, administering basic treatments, and maintaining clean, safe areas while engaging with the public and prospective adopters.

You will report to ACC Supervisors, work a typical schedule from 7am to 7pm, up to 40 hours per week, and support volunteers and staff while upholding our mission of animal welfare and responsible ownership.