Front Desk Associate & Animal Care Technician  (Full-Time)

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and organized individual to join our team as a Front Desk Associate & Animal Care Technician. This role is ideal for someone who loves animals, enjoys working with the public, and can balance administrative tasks with hands-on animal care.

Responsibilities include:

• Greeting and assisting visitors, adopters, and volunteers
• Answering phones, scheduling appointments, and responding to inquiries
• Processing adoptions, intakes, and basic paperwork
• Cleaning and maintaining animal kennels, cages, and common areas
• Feeding, watering, and monitoring the health and behavior of animals
• Assisting with basic animal handling and enrichment activities
• Supporting shelter staff with daily operations as needed

Qualifications:

• Genuine love for animals and concern for their welfare
• Friendly, professional communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy environment
• Willingness to perform cleaning and physical tasks
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Previous animal care or customer service experience is a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working around animals of all sizes and temperaments

We offer:

• A rewarding, mission-driven work environment
• Training provided on shelter procedures
• Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of animals

 

Additional Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent GED.
• Excellent verbal skills, including clear and effective communication with

      others (staff, public, volunteers) that is professional, respectful, positive and educational.

• Able to work weekdays, weekends, holidays, overtime, and evenings.