Animal Care Technician

Animal Care Technician - Milwaukee CampusMilwaukee Campus - Milwaukee, WI 53208OverviewSalary Range $13.75 Hourly Level Entry Education Level None Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionHow you'll impact our mission:The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring part-time and full-time Animal Care Technicians (ACTs). As an ACT at WHS, you play a critical role in day-to-day operations, providing hands-on care, enrichment, and other services for animals. ACTs report to the Client Services/Animal Care supervisory team and work onsite at the Milwaukee 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!Key accountabilities:Provide animals with food, water, enrichment, and other essential daily needsMaintain clean animal housing following our high standard cleaning guidelinesProvide initial exams and vaccinations for animals at time of intakeAdminister medical treatments under the direction of our veterinary teamPartner with our behavior team to ensure safe handling and care of animalsMaintain detailed and accurate records in our animal management softwareCommit to a welcoming, supportive, and non-judgmental approach with all clients, callers, and coworkersOther duties as assignedQualifications:Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approachAbility to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare workAvailability to work evenings, a weekend shift, and holidaysAble 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.Prior animal care experience is a plusBilingual candidates are encouraged to applyHiring rate: $13.75/hourBenefits for our full-time staff include:Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday timeHealth, dental, and vision insurance403(b) retirement plan with company matchPaid family leaveGroup term and voluntary life insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityFlexible spending plansHealth savings account (HSA)Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expensesBenefits for all staff include:403(b) retirement planMental 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 yearLimited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members' animalsDiscounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and eventsSupport for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.Come see why over 280 staff call WHS home! You'll be happy you did!About us:The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin. It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allis and a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee. The organization offers adoption services, youth programs, low-cost veterinary resources, retail stores, volunteer programs, dog training classes, and much more. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.Application instructions:Click on "Apply Now" to begin your online employment application. We will reach out to you via the e-mail you provided or by phone once we have an update on your application.