Part-Time Equine & Farm Animal Welfare Specialist

MSPCA-Angell; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS health insurance

Free on-site parking

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center in Methuen, MA is seeking a part-time Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist to care for multiple species, assist with daily husbandry, enrichment, and medication administration. This 20-hour-per-week role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on animal care and strong collaboration with our adoption team.

The ideal candidate has advanced horsemanship, at least two years’ experience with farm or equine animals, and solid customer-service skills.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of customer service or client care experience.
• At least 2 years of previous work or volunteer experience with farm and/or equine animals.
• Advanced horsemanship skills required.
• Spanish proficiency is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on care for multiple species (companion, equine, farm animals): feeding, cleaning, disinfecting living spaces, enrichment, exercise, and medication administration.
• Assist in adoptions by matching animals with prospective adopters through a conversation-based approach to identify the best outcome.
• Assist in the empathetic surrender of animals, providing support and non-judgmental guidance.

Skills

Customer service

Horsemanship

Interpersonal skills

Job description

MSPCA Animal Care and Adoption Center in Methuen, MA is seeking a part-time Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist to care for multiple species, assist with daily husbandry, enrichment, and medication administration. This 20-hour-per-week role emphasizes compassionate, hands-on animal care and strong collaboration with our adoption team.

The ideal candidate has advanced horsemanship, at least two years’ experience with farm or equine animals, and solid customer-service skills.