Job Description

(THIS IS NOT A VETERINARY STAFF POSITION)

Sun Valley Animal Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill animal shelter in Glendale, Arizona and we're looking for outgoing people to be part of our team full time. We are currently looking to hire someone who has a thorough understanding of cat behavior and is highly skilled in managing difficult feline behaviors.

Please send us your cover letter and updated resume.

Full time position Set schedule 90 day probation period

$15/hr No health benefits

Your daily schedule is from 7:30 am to 4 pm; You'll be expected to be on your feet most of the day, to work rain or shine, to be proactive, self-motivated and understand that no two days are alike.

Duties of an Animal Care Specialist:

Ensure the safety and health of all of the shelter pets in our care Daily kennel cleaning -messes of all kinds, facility upkeep, some maintenance and yard clean up Pay close attention to detail while preparing meals, feeding, and administering medication Manage/assist dog or cat socializing groups - group sizes range from 5 to 15 shelter pets @ a time Some basic grooming - baths, brush out, ear/eye cleaning, nail trims
Qualifications:

Excellent customer service skills - Adoptions and matchmaking to the right home is our main goal Excellent communication skills and can take direction, both verbal and written A caring personality with love or general happiness around dogs/cats of all sizes Willing to get down and dirty - properly disinfecting/cleaning is a huge part of the job Works well as a team and independently, always a go-getter, likes to stay busy A desire to learn about dogs/cats and their behavior, helping them overcome and grow during their stay Able to lift 50lbs, constantly bend down and be on your feet for most of the day Ability to work weekends and holidays - shelter pets need to eat and deserve a clean living space Excellent attendance - the shelter pets and your team depend on you Are 18+ years old and MUST HAVE your own transportation that can reliably get to our facility on a daily basis. We are in an industrial area that has no bus routes close by.
Please include in your cover letter:

Any scheduling restrictions you may have and why Any previous experience or current association with any other rescue groups (not required, ok if you don't)
We look forward to meeting you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Schedule:

4 hour shift Holidays Morning shift No nights Weekends as needed
Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:

Animal care: 1 year (Required) Cat Handling: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:

Glendale, AZ 85307: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person