The hourly range for this position is $17.00 - 20.50, plus full benefits. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education.
Humane World for Animals, a global leader in animal advocacy and protection, is seeking an Animal Caregiver I for our Black Beauty Ranch (BBR) in Murchison, Texas. In this position you will provide care to animals within multiple animal care sections at Black Beauty Ranch, including both domestic and exotic species. Animal Caregiver I positions work with a wide range of species within the same workweek across multiple sections.
Responsibilities:
- Provides daily care, training, enrichment and observation of animals. Maintains daily reports and records of daily care, feeding, husbandry, animal behavior, and other information as requested. Participates in team meetings to discuss animal wellbeing and planning. Able to use strategies from one animal group to another related to wellness, husbandry and enrichment;
- Cleans and provides daily upkeep for enclosures, habitats, and work areas. Participate in group enclosure refresh sessions for major enrichment and horticulture changes across various animal sections;
- Dispenses prescriptions as directed and communicates with vet staff via prescription logs and daily reports. Participates in team problem solving sessions to resolve challenging medication or treatment compliance issues;
- Assists care and vet teams with animal health and wellness procedures. Participates in pre- and post- procedure meetings to improve animal care;
- Assists with overseeing interns and volunteers in assigned area, including team meetings with interns to share methods in animal care problem-solving;
- Performs other duties or responsibilities, as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates or college degree in life sciences or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred;
- One (1) year of experience in animal care at an accredited facility preferred;
- Must have or be able to obtain TB testing;
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends;
- Ability to remember and follow safety and welfare guidelines for a wide range of animals;
- Ability to learn new methods and techniques related to animal care and husbandry;
- Proficiency of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook);
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Attention to detail and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
- Strong interpersonal skills are necessary;
- Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred.
This is a full time position located in Murchison, TX. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more!
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE