Animal Care and Experience Specialist

Arizona Humane Society • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for dedicated and motivated full time Animal Care & Experience Specialists to join our shelter team to provide industry leading complete care. If you are motivated by providing a clean and caring kennel environment for shelter pets, enjoy working on your feet, and staying active while executing excellent care, please continue to read more now!

Requirements

• High school diploma OR GED
• Proficiency with or ability to learn/use Chameleon software for use with animals in shelter.
• Have and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of all animal care and experience procedures.
• Handle all animals humanely per our low-stress and fear-free standards; correctly use safety equipment if necessary.
• Adhere to all established workflows to ensure the needs of the animals, the department, and the organization are met.
• Understand and adhere to all set cleaning, chemical, handling, and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service or animal experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate innovation, compassion, and excellence by ensuring all animals receive: kindness, compassion, low stress handling, positive interactions, mental stimulation, and physical exercise daily.
• Clean and sanitize facility and animal habitats according to outlined procedures and timelines, including emptying garbage, washing dishes, laundry, dog yards, and walkway sanitization daily.
• Feed, water, and maintain animal habitats in accordance with departmental and organizational standards at all times.
• Guide and work alongside volunteers and new team members.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees