Shelter Animal Care Technician - Full-Time

Kansas Humane Society; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

10 paid holidays per year

Health, dental, vision plans

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan

Pre-tax spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kansas Humane Society in Wichita, KS is seeking a full-time Animal Care Technician to provide safe, humane care for dogs and cats, including feeding, cleaning, health observation, and humane handling. You will assist with euthanasia when required and help maintain a clean, low-stress shelter environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, reliable transportation, and good attendance history.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have good attendance history.
• Customer service or caregiving background preferred.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe, humane, and thorough care of animals housed at the shelter.
• Sanitizes, cleans, observes, and records health/behavior; assists with euthanasia as needed.
• Ensures infection prevention and sanitation across animal holding areas and equipment.
• Handles dogs and cats daily with care, monitors welfare, and supports staff during procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Caregiving background

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kansas Humane Society in Wichita, KS is seeking a full-time Animal Care Technician to provide safe, humane care for dogs and cats, including feeding, cleaning, health observation, and humane handling. You will assist with euthanasia when required and help maintain a clean, low-stress shelter environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, reliable transportation, and good attendance history.