Shelter Animal Care & Training Specialist

Humane Society of North Texas; Fort Worth (TX); Sur place; USD 16 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Humane Society of North Texas Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to care for and monitor shelter animals, feed them, report health issues, and keep spaces clean according to procedures.

You will engage with the public, promote responsible pet ownership, and walk dogs daily in all weather. You will handle challenging animals and support the shelter's mission with confidentiality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with animals in a shelter or related setting.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of handling and caring for animals and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changes in procedures.
• Ability to represent HSNT professionally and maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to deal with fractious animals.
• Commitment to HSNT mission and values.

Responsabilités

• Care for, feed, and monitor animals in the shelter.
• Report observed health or behavior issues to the Assistant Manager/Manager.
• Clean assigned areas daily in line with procedures.
• Provide information to the public about HSNT programs and promote responsible pet ownership.
• Maintain inventory and keep equipment and vehicles in safe condition.
• Walk dogs daily in all weather conditions.
• Work with dogs on training and behavior as advised by behaviorists and trainers.
• Uphold confidentiality of customers and donors.
• Meet physical demands required by the role.

Connaissances

Experience with animals

Ability to read, write and communicate

Self-motivated

Multi-task

Team player

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

The Humane Society of North Texas Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Animal Care Specialist to care for and monitor shelter animals, feed them, report health issues, and keep spaces clean according to procedures.

You will engage with the public, promote responsible pet ownership, and walk dogs daily in all weather. You will handle challenging animals and support the shelter's mission with confidentiality and teamwork.