Full-Time Kennel Assistant — PTO & Weekend Shifts

The Animal Haven Inc; Washington; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

The Animal Haven Inc is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to care for cats and dogs, clean the shelter, and assist with veterinary visits. The role requires experience in shelters or animal handling and weekend availability. The position is in-person with a 40-hour work week and benefits including paid time off.

The successful candidate will maintain cleanliness across all areas, ensure safe handling, and support the Medical Coordinator and Shelter Manager with daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous shelter, kennel or animal handling experience required.

Responsibilities

• Feed and care for cats and dogs.
• Clean shelter and animal areas per protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, sanitation and laundry rooms.
• Medicate sick animals as directed by Medical Coordinator or Shelter Manager.
• Walk dogs and provide enrichment.
• Practice safe animal handling.
• Bring animals to and from the vet as needed.
• Follow the posted schedule and record time accurately.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Animal handling

Kennel duties

Caregiving

Job description

The Animal Haven Inc is seeking a full-time Kennel Assistant to care for cats and dogs, clean the shelter, and assist with veterinary visits. The role requires experience in shelters or animal handling and weekend availability. The position is in-person with a 40-hour work week and benefits including paid time off.

The successful candidate will maintain cleanliness across all areas, ensure safe handling, and support the Medical Coordinator and Shelter Manager with daily tasks.