Wildlife Transport Specialist

Peninsula Humane Society•Saratoga, CA

3d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Wildlife Transport Specialist picks up and transports injured, orphaned, and other wildlife from satellite locations and local animal control agencies to the Conservation Center, serving San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties. The role also acts as a liaison to partner agencies and supports the Wildlife Rehabilitation Department as assigned. The position is on-site in Saratoga and is full-time, non-exempt, and non-union. Salary is $22.66–$23 per hour, depending on experience. An excellent benefits package is available.

Requirements

Pass a background check upon hire.
Hold a valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record sufficient to be insured under PHS insurance.
Be able to multitask and work efficiently and calmly under stressful circumstances.
Work well in a team environment and maintain a professional demeanor.
Have a flexible schedule and the ability to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Be comfortable transporting a wide variety of wildlife.
Have a high school diploma or GED, six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office or become proficient with it, and have computer keyboarding and data-entry skills.
Be able to lift and/or move up to 50–75 pounds occasionally.
Be able to reliably commute to Saratoga.

Responsibilities

Transport wildlife within San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara Counties using safe driving practices.
Pick up and deliver wildlife to the Conservation Center.
Provide humane handling and care for wild animals in care.
Ensure animals are safely and adequately confined during transport.
Collect available paperwork and background information related to animal intake and ensure it accompanies the animal to the Conservation Center.
Follow traffic laws and safe driving practices, and maintain the PHS/SPCA vehicle in a clean, orderly, and appropriately stocked condition.
Operate a two-way radio professionally.
Maintain a daily activity report.
Communicate professionally and effectively with coworkers, volunteers, and representatives of other organizations.
Work quickly and effectively under pressure to deliver animals efficiently to the Conservation Center.
Occasionally assist with wildlife releases.
Provide assistance to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Department as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the organization, its public image, and animal welfare.
Report items needing repair or replacement to appropriate supervisory staff.