Wildlife Lifesaving & Care Specialist

Best Friends; Kanab (UT); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dependent care reimbursement

Pet sitting reimbursement

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Paid time off

Nine paid holidays

401(k) plan

Pawternity leave

Zusammenfassung

Best Friends in Kanab, Utah is seeking a Lifesaving & Care Specialist to support the adoption process and care for wildlife and exotic species. You will greet visitors, educate volunteers, and help create positive experiences while ensuring animal welfare.

The role emphasizes hands-on daily care, enrichment, and collaboration within a dedicated team committed to lifesaving outcomes. Competitive benefits accompany the hiring range.

Qualifikationen

• Previous animal handling experience is required.
• Ability to handle wildlife and domestic species.
• Customer-centric approach when engaging adopters and volunteers.
• Comfort communicating Best Friends’ mission to visitors.

Aufgaben

• Support lifesaving objectives by managing the adoption process and assisting visitors.
• Represent Best Friends to visitors and volunteers as a sanctuary ambassador.
• Greet tours, describe animals, and assist guest needs.
• Provide basic daily animal care per guidelines, including diet and enclosure cleaning.
• Support animals with medical issues and maintain veterinary records.
• Provide enrichment and exercise as directed; observe and report issues.
• Maintain clean work areas and safe environments; report maintenance needs.
• Contribute to an inclusive, respectful workplace and positive guest experiences.
• Commit to safe work practices and adhere to safety rules.

Kenntnisse

Animal handling

Wildlife knowledge

Public interaction

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team player

Microsoft Office

Tools

Shelterluv

Jobbeschreibung

Best Friends in Kanab, Utah is seeking a Lifesaving & Care Specialist to support the adoption process and care for wildlife and exotic species. You will greet visitors, educate volunteers, and help create positive experiences while ensuring animal welfare.

The role emphasizes hands-on daily care, enrichment, and collaboration within a dedicated team committed to lifesaving outcomes. Competitive benefits accompany the hiring range.