Kennel Associates, Full and Part Time

North Shore Animal League America; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

North Shore Animal League America is hiring full and part-time Kennel Associates to ensure the health and well-being of animals. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, observing animal behavior, and assisting with adoptions. Ideal candidates have experience with dogs of varying behaviors, good communication skills, and a positive attitude. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical and dental. Interested candidates should email their resumes to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must be able to control animals of varying sizes and strengths.
• Experience with large and small breed dogs in a shelter or veterinary setting is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and be punctual.

Responsibilities

• Feed and provide water for dogs, restock supplies.
• Assist with walks and playtime for dogs.
• Clean and disinfect kennel runs and shelter areas.
• Observe animals for signs of illness and report to management.
• Assist with adoption processes.

Skills

Ability to control animals

Understanding of dog behavior

Good communication skills

Dependability

Positive attitude

Job description

North Shore Animal League America is looking to hire full and part time Kennel Associates that will be responsible to ensure the general health and well-being of the animals as you assist in finding quality homes for them.

Responsibilities:

• Feed and provide fresh water for dogs. Restock the feed area.
• Assist with morning and/or afternoon relief walks as well as enrichment time which will include recess, long walks, tug and playtime.
• Provide toys and bones daily.
• Clean and disinfect all kennel runs, bedding, water buckets and toys.
• Maintain cleanliness of all the different areas of the Shelter space which includes sweeping, mopping, scrubbing floors and walls when needed, dusting, and other cleaning duties as assigned.
• Observe animal appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent.
• Write up and notify management of animals to be seen when they show signs of illness.
• Ensure cage cards are accurate on kennel runs.
• Assist with adoption process when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Ability to responsibly control animals of varying size, strength and energy levels including dogs that are behaviorally at risk.
• Basic understanding of dogs and their body language and behavior.
• Previous experience working hands-on with challenging large and small breed dogs in a shelter environment or veterinary facility a plus.
• Positive and friendly attitude, Good communication and listening skills.
• Must be dependable, responsible and punctual.
• Ability to work independent, able to think on your feet.
• Desire to make a positive difference in the lives of animals.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and much more. For consideration, interested candidates can forward their resume and cover letter, along with salary requirements to [e-mail] .

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