Animal Welfare Technician – Shelter Care & Assessments

Wake County; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wake County Animal Center seeks an Animal Welfare Technician (AWT) to support the health and well-being of homeless animals in our care. The AWT will place incoming animals on a defined pathway and make daily placement decisions in coordination with management, including potential adoption or euthanasia as needed.

You will perform SAFER assessments, assist the veterinary team, and help with daily health monitoring, intake processing, and training of new staff while working in a dynamic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of experience in animal care or control required.
• CET and CRV certifications must be obtained or passed within six months of employment.
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform SAFER behavior assessments.
• Clean CI (feline URI ward) and DI (canine medical ward).
• Assist Animal Welfare Attendants and Veterinary Team.
• Handle fractious or aggressive animals.
• Dispense medications as prescribed twice daily.
• Assist in animal control activities.
• Provide training support for new employees.
• Monitor animal health daily (physical and behavioral).

Skills

Animal handling

Teamwork

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

High school diploma or GED

CET - Certified Euthanasia Technician

CRV - Certified Rabies Vaccinator

Equivalent education and experience accepted

Job description

The Wake County Animal Center seeks an Animal Welfare Technician (AWT) to support the health and well-being of homeless animals in our care. The AWT will place incoming animals on a defined pathway and make daily placement decisions in coordination with management, including potential adoption or euthanasia as needed.

You will perform SAFER assessments, assist the veterinary team, and help with daily health monitoring, intake processing, and training of new staff while working in a dynamic