Cat Care Specialist

Cincinnati Animal CARE•Cincinnati, OH

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Cincinnati Animal CARE (CAC) is seeking a Cat Care Specialist to join their team. This role is crucial in supporting CAC's mission of protecting animals, supporting the community, and saving lives through compassionate care, advocacy, and education. The position offers meaningful, fast-paced, and rewarding work for individuals passionate about animals and driven by a mission to make a difference. The Cat Care Specialist will provide compassionate feline care and engage with potential adopters, volunteers, and fosters, contributing to a growing organization with a significant community impact.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Understand basic animal behavior
Knowledge of caring for and feeding animals
Ability to understand and adhere to policies and procedures
Possess strong oral and listening skills
Ability to handle sensitive issues
Ability to work under general supervision
Ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Positions within this classification may require a valid Ohio driver's license

Nice To Haves

1 year of professional animal care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect cat cages and other areas of animal use
Feed and provide water for cats and kittens in care
Assist in meeting mental, physical, and emotional needs of cats and kittens in care
Maintain general cleanliness of the cat living spaces
Speak with potential adopters and fosters and introduce them to our cats
Respond to matchmaking and customer support email requests for cats and kittens
Assist with education and training of adopters, fosters, and volunteers with cat and kitten information
Implement daily enrichment activities
Assist with routine medical procedures such as intake vaccinations and restraint for medical exams
Assist in maintaining cat records
Assist in the maintenance of equipment, building, grounds and supplies
May train new employees
May assist with transport rescue or partner clinics as needed
Be aware of and report medical and behavioral issues
Be aware of and report safety concerns
Demonstrate compassionate care of animals at all times
Contribute to an exceptional experience for adopters, fosters, volunteers, and donors
Respect the time and effort of coworkers by being on time for work and performing at a high level throughout the duration of each shift
Navigate and use animal management software system
Work alongside of and collaborate with our dedicated volunteer staff to ensure daily responsibilities and ongoing projects are optimal and high functioning.
Supporting additional organizational needs as they arise