Seasonal Animal Care Technician - Ozaukee Campus

WISCONSIN HUMANE SOCIETY • Saukville, WI

15d • $14 • Onsite

About The Position

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring part-time and full-time seasonal Animal Care Technician (ACT) to provide support to animals and offer valuable services to the community. ACTs report to the Adoption Counseling/Animal Care supervisory team and work onsite at the Ozaukee Campus. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team, apply today!

Requirements

• Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach
• Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
• Availability to work evenings, a consistent weekend shift each week, and holidays
• Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior animal care experience is a plus
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needs
• Maintain clean animal housing following our high standard cleaning guidelines
• Provide initial exams and vaccinations for animals at time of intake
• Administer medical treatments under the direction of a veterinarian
• Maintain detailed and accurate records in our animal management software
• Commit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkers
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Mental health and counseling support: all employees and members of their household have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with six free counseling sessions per year
• Limited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members’ animals
• Discounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and events
• Support for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees