Animal Care Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Animal Care Specialist

- Position: Animal Care Specialist
- Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
- Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week, Monday to Sunday). Includes one weekend day. Normal operational hours are 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with most employees scheduled for four 10-hour shifts.
- Requirements: Candidates must complete background and drug screenings and have the ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Job Description:
The Animal Care Specialist is responsible for caring for, cleaning, grooming, and feeding all domestic and exotic animals received at the animal control center. Key duties include:

- Moving animals to proper shelters and ensuring safe cohabitation.
- Observing animal disposition for adaptability.
- Cleaning and maintaining shelter facilities, grounds, and equipment (including lawn care, trash pickup, and operating cleaning equipment).
- Maintaining livestock and livestock pens.
- Preparing appropriate food mixtures based on animal type, size, and age, ensuring constant access to food and water.
- Sanitizing and disinfecting animal quarters, as well as food and water dishes.
- Monitoring animals for signs of illness or injury, administering medications, vaccinations, and basic wound care.
- Performing routine lab work (blood/fecal testing, skin scrapings) and requesting veterinary services when necessary.

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