Animal Welfare Specialist II

Nebraska Humane•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Support health and well-being of all animals under the care of the Nebraska Humane Society (NHS). The schedule for this position is Thursday through Monday from 7:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED.
Display affection and compassion for animals and concern for their welfare.
Must adhere to highest ethical standards: possess trustworthiness, exercise maturity and sound judgment while maintaining a professional manner and personal appearance.
Be comfortable and skilled working with a culturally diverse staff and community.
Must be considerate, respectful and display a helpful demeanor to all employees, volunteers, and customers.
Must be able to work cordially, safely and efficiently in fast-paced, stressful conditions.
Must possess the ability to cope with loss of animal life from illness, injury and euthanasia.
Must be able to manage the emotional aspect of end of life services and humane euthanasia, and support employees in high-emotion circumstances.
Must exhibit the organization core values of compassion for all animals, respect and dignity for all, strive for excellence, and teamwork.
Ability to safely and humanely handle animals.
Ability to respectfully give and receive feedback.
Ability to work independently and part of a team.
Ability to work in close proximity of others.
Ability to work around all types of animals without allergic reaction.
Ability to be self-directed and self-motivated.
Ability to be flexible and resilient in ever changing conditions.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an animal welfare agency such as a vet office, animal shelter, etc.
Previous experience using an animal sheltering computer program such as Chameleon.
Associate’s degree in a Science related field.
Certification in euthanasia by injection.

Responsibilities

Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of kennels and/or cattery areas according to the Nebraska Humane Society’s Standard Operating Procedures.
General cleaning including, but not limited to laundry, and dishes.
Provide superior care for all animals, with a focus on basic necessities such as food, water, enrichment, and living conditions.
Humane and safe animal handling according the Nebraska Humane Society’s Standard Operating Procedures.
Animal retrievals for owner reclaims and for cremation services.
Train new Welfare volunteers on how to assist with the daily care of animals.
Assist with daily dog playgroup as assigned.
While handling animals, must report any behavior or medical observations that could compromise the welfare of the animal.
Carry out proper shelter closing procedures as defined in the closing checklist sheet before the end of shift.
Perform humane euthanasia by injection.
Check and enter paperwork in preparation for euthanasia.
Assist with and/or perform daily euthanasia’s.
Loading of deceased animals into the crematorium.
Cleaning of the crematorium and cooler.
Other duties as assigned.