Animal Care Technician (ACT)

Peninsula Humane Society & Spca•San Mateo, CA

10d•$22 - $23

About The Position

To perform all the necessary functions in maintaining the shelter in a thoroughly clean and sanitary manner. To ensure that all sheltered animals are provided the best possible care and attention. This position is represented by Union Local 856.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to members of the public, volunteers, and other employees of the organization.
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide.
Ability to perform these operations using units, weight measurement, and volume.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of Chameleon database software or become proficient within the probationary period (first six months from hire date).
Basic knowledge, or become proficient with Microsoft Office and computer keyboarding skills, and data entry.
Valid California Driver s License with a clean record to be insured with PHS/SPCA insurance.
The individual must also possess the ability to manage the emotional aspect of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia, and support staff in high-emotion circumstances.
Upon hire, must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Provide humane care for all animals in the Society's care
Clean and disinfect all animal areas as necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary environment
Feed and ensure water is available at all times for all animals
Unload, store and restock Animal Care Department supplies
Certified in Euthanasia within six months of employment in house.
Perform euthanasia in accordance with Society policies and California laws
Perform owner present euthanasia.
Perform decapitations on select animals per the guidelines of the health department.
Dispose of deceased animals
Perform light maintenance and other janitorial duties
Assist in the training of new staff and volunteers
Provide assistance to other departments as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization and improve the quality of life for animals
Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to work on weekends and/or holidays as needed