Interim Assistant Animal Care Supervisor

Animal Protective Association of Missouri•Saint Louis, MO

2d•$21 - $23

About The Position

The Interim Assistant Animal Care Supervisor provides day-to-day leadership and support to the Animal Care team while assisting with oversight of animal health, staff coordination, and operational continuity. This role serves as a first line of response for animal care needs and supports the Animal Care Supervisor in maintaining high standards of animal welfare in accordance with APA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in animal health, shelter medicine, or animal welfare.
High school diploma or equivalent; computer literacy required.
Strong customer service orientation for internal and external stakeholders.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to organize tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-oriented in high-stress situations.
Requires extensive walking, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to five hours at a time.

Nice To Haves

Veterinary technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Animal Care Supervisor by providing hands-on leadership to the animal care staff.
Serve as a first point of contact for daily animal health concerns, including monitoring well-being, observing health changes, and assisting with care for sick or injured animals.
Lead by example through active participation in daily animal care tasks and providing ongoing guidance to team members.
Promote positive communication, teamwork, and adherence to departmental and organizational goals.
Ensure medical records, behavior notes, and future treatments are entered accurately and timely in the database.
Assist with pathway planning and animal disposition decisions as directed.
Help coordinate daily staffing needs and provide coverage support as needed.
Support hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, scheduling, time/attendance and performance feedback during the interim period.
Assist the veterinary team with shelter medicine procedures, including x-rays, bloodwork, surgeries, and other medical treatments as appropriate.
Provide excellent customer service and represent the APA in a professional and compassionate manner.
Perform other duties as assigned to support shelter operations during the interim period.
Communicates professionally and respectfully with staff, volunteers, and the public.
Assumes best intentions, offers support, and is receptive to feedback.
Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and care for both people and animals.
Values teamwork and recognizes the strengths of others.
Maintains integrity, reliability, and accountability in all responsibilities.
Finds purpose and fulfillment in advancing the APA’s mission.