Animal Care & Kennel Advocate

Harbor House; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbor House in Orlando, FL seeks a Kennel Services Advocate to care for shelter animals and maintain a clean, safe kennel environment. You will ensure humane feeding, watering, and daily exercise while coordinating with staff to meet the animals' needs.

This role requires physical stamina, the ability to work weekends or holidays, and strong communication with volunteers and team members. You will monitor animal health, assist with emergencies under a veterinarian's guidance, and help

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; higher degree preferred.
• Experience: 2-3 years in animal health, nutrition, humane care preferred.
• Licensing: Florida Driver's License with clean record; 21+ to meet agency insurance requirements.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn organization-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Provide water, food, and exercise for kennel animals daily, reporting needs to management.
• Maintain sanitation and conduct daily/weekly kennel checks; report issues.
• Transport shelter survivors and their pets in agency vehicles.
• Monitor animal health and administer basic first aid under a vet's direction.
• Oversee volunteers and assist with inventory and donations.

Skills

Animal care experience

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or higher preferred

Job description

Harbor House in Orlando, FL seeks a Kennel Services Advocate to care for shelter animals and maintain a clean, safe kennel environment. You will ensure humane feeding, watering, and daily exercise while coordinating with staff to meet the animals' needs.

This role requires physical stamina, the ability to work weekends or holidays, and strong communication with volunteers and team members. You will monitor animal health, assist with emergencies under a veterinarian's guidance, and help