Animal Welfare Specialist II

Nebraska HumaneOmaha, NE
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.
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