Wildlife Intake Technician - Burlingame

Peninsula Humane Society & Spca • Burlingame, CA

300d • $22 - $23

About The Position

The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA (PHS/SPCA) is a local, private, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to animal welfare. It is our mission is to build healthy relationships between people and animals. PHS/SPCA is truly an open admission shelter, not only accepting many pet animals who might be refused at other shelters, but also taking care of injured and orphaned native wildlife from San Francisco, San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties. We're among just a handful of humane societies and SPCAs, worldwide, that extends its caring services to sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Typically, we successfully rehabilitate 1,200 to 1,400 animals each year, vital work made possible by generous donations. To learn more about us, visit www.phs-spca.org.

Requirements

• Must pass a background check upon hire.
• Ability to manage the emotional aspect of end-of-life services and humane euthanasia.
• Support staff in high-emotion circumstances.
• Certified in euthanasia within 6 months of employment.
• Able to multitask and work efficiently and calmly under stressful circumstances.
• Must be able to work well in a team environment and have a professional demeanor.
• Must have a flexible schedule and the ability to work on weekends and/or holidays as needed.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some college with a background in biology or a related animal science is desirable.
• Knowledge of local wildlife including natural history requirements.
• Must be able to correctly identify incoming wildlife.
• Knowledge of WRMD database or become proficient within the probationary period (first six months from hire date).
• Basic knowledge or become proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer keyboarding skills, and data entry.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds.
• Must be able to reliably commute to Burlingame.

Nice To Haves

• Some college with a background in biology or a related animal science.

Responsibilities

• Ability to appropriately handle and restrain a wide variety of local wildlife including small songbirds, seabirds, waterfowl, raptors, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.
• Assess incoming wildlife by performing physical examinations to determine suitability for rehabilitation.
• Correctly identify incoming animals to ensure proper food and housing prior to transfer.
• Provide needed stabilization prior to transfer according to established policies and protocols.
• Provide humane care for all wild animals in care.
• Perform euthanasia in accordance with PHS/SPCA policies and state and federal laws.
• Perform decapitations when required for county health department.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in all workspaces.
• Maintain department equipment in good working order.
• Report items for repair/replacement as needed to appropriate supervisory staff.
• Maintain proper paperwork, including animal medical records, according to PHS/SPCA policies and procedures.
• Dispose of deceased animals.
• Maintain a positive, educational approach with a willingness to listen when dealing with the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure a positive public image, enhance the operation of the organization, and improve quality of care for animals.

Benefits

• Medical /Dental /Vision/Life/ Flex Spending
• Sick, Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Retirement plan & employer matching
• Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions for employees with pets
• Discounted euthanasia services/cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED