ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST (Multiple Opportunities)

Palm Beach County; Florida; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in caring for and feeding impounded animals in a supportive environment. This role involves maintaining sanitary conditions for animal housing and assisting the public with adoptions and lost animal redemption. Ideal for those passionate about animal welfare, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you have experience in animal care and are ready to contribute to a vital service, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum six months of experience in animal care and handling.

Responsibilities

• Cares for and feeds impounded animals while maintaining sanitary housing.
• Assists public with animal adoptions and lost animal redemption.

Skills

Animal Care

Handling Animals

Customer Service

Physical Strength

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Cares for and feeds impounded animals. Maintains animal housing according to sanitary standards; aids in the euthanasia of impounded animals; maintains animal inventory. Assists the public with animal adoptions and with the redemption of their lost animals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of six (6) months of experience in the care and handling of animals in a personal/work capacity.

PREFERENCE FOR: Six (6) months of experience working in a large animal shelter for dogs and cats/livestock.

Must be able to lift 75 pounds. Valid Florida Driver's License and PBC Risk Management Department driving history approval prior to appointment.

Will be required to complete a "Willingness to Work" Acknowledgement with application. Selected candidate must successfully complete the pre-exposure rabies treatment/vaccination.