Animal Care & Enrichment Specialist

Annenberg PetSpace; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical insurance, dental, &

Vision for employee + family

Life and disability insurance

Employer contribution to FSA

403(b) retirement plan with 10% match

Job summary

Wallis Annenberg PetSpace in Playa Vista seeks an Animal Care Specialist (Part-time) to provide high-quality care to animals, maintain clean care areas, and follow training and enrichment protocols. The role also offers counseling and education to the public when appropriate.

Must be 18+ and able to perform duties including health and behavior observations, enrichment activities, and volunteer training. On-site position with a focus on compassionate animal care and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year working in animal welfare, preferably in an animal shelter or rescue organization.
• Basic knowledge and ability to understand aspects of disease and the causes and treatment of animal-related problems.
• Critical evaluation and observation skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and selected software/databases.
• Effective written and oral communication skills with ability to compose routine correspondence.
• Possess the ability to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions.
• Possess poise, professionalism, diplomacy, teamwork and the ability to interact with people from all walks of life.
• Commitment to, and passion for, the mission of Wallis Annenberg PetSpace.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain all animal care areas, providing proper animal husbandry while following approved procedures and using appropriate products.
• Feed all animals their required diet and in the appropriate rations.
• Provide enrichment to animals to include utilizing exercise areas/walks, activities and human companionship.
• Complete daily health and behavior observations of all animals.
• Participate in behavior shaping/training of animals to enhance their adoptability.
• Assist with morning, mid-day and evening duties as appropriate.
• Assist with grooming & bathing of animals as needed.
• Ensure all dishes, laundry, and animal carriers are sanitized daily.
• Restock and perform inventory of animal care areas.
• Update and maintain the adoption software with adoption content (e.g. animal photos, descriptions).
• Train volunteers on the proper techniques for successful animal care.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers to ensure best animal handling practices.
• Ensure all operational procedures are followed.
• Communicate in an effective and professional manner with public and PetSpace staff members.
• Assist with training and supervision of volunteers.
• Represent PetSpace in a professional and courteous manner at all times.

Skills

Animal welfare

Enrichment

Observation skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Adoption software

Job description

Wallis Annenberg PetSpace in Playa Vista seeks an Animal Care Specialist (Part-time) to provide high-quality care to animals, maintain clean care areas, and follow training and enrichment protocols. The role also offers counseling and education to the public when appropriate.

Must be 18+ and able to perform duties including health and behavior observations, enrichment activities, and volunteer training. On-site position with a focus on compassionate animal care and community outreach.