Kennel Attendant

Humanerescuealliance; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Employee discounts

Job summary

St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center in Madison, NJ seeks a dedicated Kennel Attendant to provide high‑quality care for shelter animals. You will monitor behavior, maintain kennels, and ensure daily exercise and socialization in a busy, community‑focused environment.

The role requires attention to detail, reliability and a love of animals, with responsibilities spanning feeding, cleaning, handling, and client interaction. Training and teamwork are emphasized as part of daily operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of animal care experience or related.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standard of animal care, including feeding, medicating, watering, bedding and enrichment.
• Clean and sanitize kennels, rooms, cages and equipment per procedures.
• Bathe or clean animals on a regular schedule or as needed.
• Exercise and socialize with animals while following policies.
• Observe and document illness or injuries and inform medical teams as needed.
• Restrain, confine and handle animals including those ill or aggressive.
• Ensure animal rooms and areas are stocked for daily care.
• Clean all animal areas including hallways, kitchens and outside kennels.
• Handle daily laundry tasks including washing and stocking.
• Conduct Lost and Found tours with the public.
• Be knowledgeable about policies and provide excellent customer service.
• Work cooperatively with volunteers and partners.
• Represent St. Hubert’s professionally and courteously.

Skills

Attention to detail

Love of animals

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Patience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full-time Regular St Hubert's, Madison, NJ, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1504

About the St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

For over 80 years, St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center has been dedicated to helping animals in need and serving communities across New Jersey. With a people-focused, community-based approach, St. Hubert’s treats every animal as an individual and emphasizes specialized care for both animals and their families. Built on a foundation of rescue and adoption, St. Hubert’s operates extensive community programs, including access to veterinary care, pet food support, training services, and the nation’s leading pet transport initiative, WayStation. As part of the Humane Rescue Alliance, headquartered in Washington, D.C., St. Hubert’s is connected to the largest and most comprehensive animal services provider network in the region, impacting the lives of tens of thousands of animals each year.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Shelter Managers, the Kennel Attendant provides a high standard of animal care to ensure the welfare of animals at St Hubert’s. S/he creates a healthy environment for all animals by monitoring their behavior, maintaining the cleanliness of kennels and surrounding areas, and providing exercise and socialization.

The Role: What You’ll Do

• Maintain a high standard of animal care and welfare, which includes providing scheduled feedings, medications, clean water at all times , proper bedding, and enrichment toys.
• Properly clean and sanitize kennels, rooms, cages, equipment, and areas of shelter as assigned, according to St. Hubert’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Bathe or clean animals on a regular schedule or immediately if they become soiled.
• Exercise and socialize with animals on a regular basis while abiding by St. Hubert’s dog walking policies.
• Observe and document unusual behavior, signs of illness, and any injury of an animal daily Communicate vital information to medical, behavior, and adoptions departments as needed.
• Restrain, confine, and handle animals, including those which are ill, injured, quarantined, and aggressive.
• Make sure all animal rooms are appropriately stocked at all times for morning cleaning and daily care
• Clean all animal areas outside of the rooms including but not limited to hallways, kitchen areas, inventory areas, outside kennel areas, and special rooms.
• Keep up with the daily laundry washing , folding, and stocking.
• Conduct Lost and Found tours with members of the public.
• Be knowledgeable and conversational on St. Hubert’s policies and common animal welfare practices.
• Provide excellent customer service to individuals utilizing St. Hubert’s services.
• Work cooperatively with St. Hubert’s volunteers and partners.
• Always represent St. Hubert’s in a professional and courteous manner. Provide quality service to the public, volunteers, and employees recognizing their individual contributions to the success of the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You: Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Love of animals and ability to interact with them in a calm, non-threatening manner.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to positively interact with colleagues, coworkers, and community members from widely varied backgrounds with integrity and honesty throughout all facets of the position, maintaining confidentiality at all times .
• Reliability, a high level of integrity, and punctuality are essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment and follow directions.
• Passion for St. Hubert’s mission, and for caring for all animals regardless of age, breed, temperament, or species, and supporting and educating members of the public, free of judgment or bias.

Qualifications – Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum one year of animal care experience which can include personal pets
• Minimum of 18 years of age

Where You'll Work: Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

• Exposure to odors and airborne particles including animal fur and toxic chemicals
• High levels of noise
• Can be fast-paced and stressful, working with emotional clients
• Department Hours of operation between 8 am and 6 pm seven days a week, flexible work hours will be required (including holidays, weekends, and overtime)
• Physical requirements include being able to withstand prolonged periods of sitting or standing, lifting, or moving up to 50 pounds.

Benefits Overview: St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center

At St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees so they can continue making a meaningful impact for animals and the community. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• $0-Cost Medical Plan Option: Access to a no-cost employee-only medical plan through United Healthcare, making healthcare more accessible and affordable
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Multiple plan options available to meet individual and family needs
• Health Reimbursement Account: Pre-tax options to help manage healthcare and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Support: Administered through Empower, with tools and resources to help you plan for your future
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Including vacation, sick leave, and holidays to support rest and work-life balance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential resources to support mental health, wellness, and life challenges
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities: Including Fear Free Certification and ongoing learning initiatives to support career growth
• Flexible Work Environment (Role-Dependent): Opportunities for hybrid or flexible scheduling based on position and operational needs
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Discounts on pet adoptions, veterinary products, and partner offerings
• Mission-Driven Work & Inclusive Culture: Be part of a collaborative, compassionate team dedicated to animal welfare and community impact

St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, vision, dental and select offerings for pets. Additional information may be provided upon request.

Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. A salary premium may be offered for multilingual candidates who demonstrate proficiency in written and oral testing.

St. Hubert's is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, citizenship status, or sexual orientation. Accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals requiring them.