After School Program Assistant

Serve in a support role to the Dog Foster Manager/Coordinator in all aspects of program implementation. Keep foster supplies and storage areas organized, by maintaining a sufficient inventory, restocking, preparing foster bags, etc. Provide fosters with all necessary supplies. Handle returned foster supplies, including laundering beds, cleaning crates, etc. Daily care for foster dogs/puppies while in the shelter and cleaning of areas where foster dogs are housed while in the shelter Prepare dogs to leave for foster, including bathing as needed, preparing a harness, collar, supplies etc. Assist fosters who attend adoption hours at the shelter e.g. ensuring there is a space set up for them with all the necessary supplies e.g. dog bed, x-pen, etc. Administer microchips and vaccinations for foster dogs. Assist with dog-human and dog-dog introductions. Serve as on-site point of contact for foster volunteers picking up and returning dogs, picking up supplies and/or attending veterinary appointments. Coordinate and assist veterinary team with care for animals in the foster program. Additional Responsibilities: Communicate with foster volunteers as requested to obtain photos, bios, feedback on behavior, etc. Support external communication by sharing images, video and stories highlighting foster program successes. Assist with promotions for dogs who need foster homes, with photos, videos and bios as needed. Assist with developing and coordinating volunteers to support the foster program, including helping to define what the volunteers would help with, developing volunteer job descriptions, and training volunteers for those specific activities. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Education Requirements Associates degree or equivalent from an accredited college or technical school. Familiarity by training or experience with basic animal care such as handling animals, vaccination, deworming, weighing and giving medications. One year of experience working or volunteering with an animal care, rescue, or shelter organization preferred. Experience working with large dogs (handling, basic training, understanding/identifying behavior issues) preferred. Valid Drivers License preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Commitment to the mission, goals and success of Oakland Animal Services. Knowledge of basic animal health care, safe animal handling practices, and defensive handling practices for dogs. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relations with the public, volunteers, and other employees. Flexibility, adaptability, aptitude for effectively prioritizing multiple tasks and a strong work ethic. Ability to recognize symptoms of common animal diseases. Ability to lift and handle dogs (including large breeds), lift and move supplies such as large dog crates, 50lb dog food bags. Working Conditions Primary work location in an animal shelter environment Exposure to loud noises in the kennel areas Potential for exposure to animal feces, blood, and zoonotic diseases Potential for exposure to animal bites and scratches Must be able to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends Must be able to tolerate the emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of euthanasia Compensation $23-26/hour, DOE; 13 select paid holidays, plus accrued vacation and sick time based on hours worked. Health benefits and 401(k) retirement plan also offered. recblid 2m3sgnqu80n2z27dssfx94ea015c9v Friends of Oakland Animal Services