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Senior Animal Care Jobs in California

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Camarillo, CA

$47,840–$75,258.54 / year

Ability to learn (ACT I) and ability to (ACT II): Interpret, understand and apply departmental policies, procedures, rules, regulations, state laws, and local ordinances governing the care and housing of animals; Utilize department's management software program; Identify and recognize illness, habits and behaviors of various animals; Recognize signs and symptoms of zoonotic diseases; Operate equipment used for handling, restraining, receiving, feeding, caring for, grooming, and releasing various types of small and large animals; Assist the veterinarian in treating injured animals; Euthanize animals; Understand and follow oral and written directions; Recognize problems and exercise rational judgment in formulating solutions; Speak and write effectively; Establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, department personnel, volunteers, and other agencies; Work independently with minimal supervision; Take action in maintaining herd health to prevent cross contamination. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Cleans, disinfects, and maintains sanitary conditions of all kennel areas, onsite Veterinary Hospital, enrichment items, and laundry facilities; Prepares food, feeds, enriches, and provides daily care for impounded animals; Observes animals for signs of illness or unusual behavior; documents observations and notifies peers and management; facilitates movement of injured or ailing animals with Veterinary hospital staff; Assists veterinarian with vaccinations and minor treatment of infirm, injured, aged, immature, diseased, and feral animals; Prepares animal(s) for discharge and walks/carries to owner's vehicle; Utilizes Animal Services Records Management Software systems, to process and track animal service activities such as kennel admission and departure dates, animal information and contact records, photographs, behavior profiles, clinic operations, veterinary record-keeping, etc.

22 days ago

Folsom, California

$24–$26

At NorCal Aquarium and Wildlife Adventures our Senior Environmental Quality Keeper plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that every habitat—from complex aquatic systems to dynamic terrestrial enclosures-supports the health, behavior, and well-being of our animal collection. Monitor and analyze key parameters including water quality (pH, salinity, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, nitrites/nitrates), temperature, humidity, air quality, and substrate conditions.

13 days ago

Sacramento, CA

$45,011.22–$63,335.31 / year

This classification is distinguished from the Senior Animal Care Technician classification in that it is responsible for the care, treatment, maintenance, enrichment, and social and mental stimulation of impounded animals and cleaning activities of Animal Care Services; whereas the latter classification is responsible for the more difficult animal care duties such as, but not limited to, resolving escalations and complaints, signing off on euthanasia decisions, inventory control, kennel management, the operation of the City Animal Care Services, and the direct supervision of lower level personnel. The Animal Care Technician processes intakes and outtakes; feeds and cares for impounded animals; evaluates and documents animal behavior and temperament; performs euthanasia; interacts with and trains volunteers; performs adoption counseling; participates in the rescue and transfer of animals to outside agencies; sanitizes equipment, kennels and other areas of the facility.

30+ days ago

Sacramento, CA

$52,174.77–$73,415.14 / year

Under immediate supervision, the Animal Control Officer I learns to coordinate and perform a variety of animal control and compliance functions, including patrolling assigned areas; monitoring and enforcing animal control regulations; responding to animal control inquiries and complaints from the public; issuing citations and warnings; and performing all animal related public safety and health duties. • Learn to rescue and impound stray animals; • Learn to use remote chemical immobilization equipment; • Learn to vaccinate, photograph, and process impounded animals prior to kenneling; • Learn to transport injured animals to veterinary hospitals for treatment.

30+ days ago

Monterey, California

With a mission to inspire conservation of the ocean, the Monterey Bay Aquarium (the Aquarium) is the most admired aquarium in the United States, a leader in science education, and a voice for ocean conservation through comprehensive programs in marine science and public policy. Partner with cross-functional teams to support a world-class and transformative guest experience that aligns with conservation goals, cutting edge and innovative animal care discoveries, and scientific advancement.

30+ days ago

Monterey, CA

$220,000–$270,000 / year

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, Related Facilities, Commercial Members, Conservation Partners and Society Partners may post free unlimited online job listings as a member benefit. With a mission to inspire conservation of the ocean, the Monterey Bay Aquarium (the Aquarium) is the most admired aquarium in the United States, a leader in science education, and a voice for ocean conservation through comprehensive programs in marine science and public policy.

30+ days ago

San Jose, CA

$134,490.72–$174,851.04 / year

Supervision: Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services.

15 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$28.84–$35.63 / hour

Performs routine animal husbandry tasks including cleaning, watering, feeding, and grooming of common laboratory animals following department procedures and guidelines of the American Association of Laboratory Animal Sciences Manual for Laboratory Technicians; develops and implements proper processes, personnel training, equipment checks and maintenance, area maintenance, transportation of cages and caging accessories between buildings within campus, and serves as a backup for planed an unplanned employee absences. Knowledge of and the ability to apply the concept of contamination control practices including engineering, administrative, and procedural controls for the containment of pathogens, including disinfection, and waste handling methods, including work in Hazcon, biocontainment animal facilities up to BSL2 level with BSL3 practices.

21 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$28.84–$35.63 / hour

30+ days ago

Sacramento, California

This role involves overseeing daily animal care, disease prevention, health surveillance, diagnoses, treatment, surgery, and humane euthanasia, all while complying with current regulatory and veterinary practices. Despite our smaller size, we are part of a network of four large animal research facilities nationwide, providing ample opportunities for collaboration and scientific expertise.

1 day ago

Sacramento, CA

$35–$38 / hour

AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums, Related Facilities, Commercial Members, Conservation Partners and Society Partners may post free unlimited online job listings as a member benefit. The successful candidate will serve as a working supervisor, providing leadership and support for animal care staff while actively participating in husbandry, training, enrichment, welfare assessment, veterinary procedures, and collection management.

17 days ago

San Francisco, CA

Record keeping duties include maintaining per-diems records, animal health surveillance, feed logs, temperature/humidity charts, animal receipt and disposition logs, submitting daily electronic reports, entering data into a central breeding colony management database, maintaining a project history log, and keeping thorough records to track breeding/pedigree of mice bred if applicable to the assignment. DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: The Laboratory Animal Resource Center (LARC) supports the research programs of the faculty by providing all services associated with the care and use of laboratory animals including the purchasing/receiving, daily care and monitoring of the health of all species and acts as a facility leader.

21 days ago

Folsom, California

$22–$24

At NorCal Aquarium and Wildlife Adventures our Senior Environmental Quality Keeper plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that every habitat—from complex aquatic systems to dynamic terrestrial enclosures—supports the health, behavior, and well-being of our animal collection. Monitor and analyze key parameters including water quality (pH, salinity, dissolved oxygen, ammonia, nitrites/nitrates), temperature, humidity, air quality, and substrate conditions.

6 days ago

San Diego, CA

$50–$65 / hour

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10 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$28.84–$35.63 / hour

Knowledge of and the ability to apply the concept of contamination control practices including engineering, administrative, and procedural controls for the containment of pathogens, including disinfection, and waste handling methods, including work in Hazcon, biocontainment animal facilities up to BSL2 level with BSL3 practices.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$28.84–$35.63 / hour

22 days ago

$48,588.80–$70,387.20 / year

Required Question Employer San Bernardino County Address 175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440 Phone (909) 387-8304 TTY Users: 711 Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs. Minimum Requirements Candidates must meet the following requirements: Experience: Five (5) years of experience in zoological animal care, wildlife rehabilitation, or closely related field, including experience with operant conditioning and behavioral husbandry practices.

30+ days ago

$25–$26.44 / hour

Summary: The Senior Veterinary Assistant (SVA) is a vital member of our team who works directly with clients and the veterinarians and veterinary technicians to prepare animals for surgery, enter medical records, and monitor patients. The ASPCA's Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$69,418.42–$85,000 / year

p> Performs clinical ophthalmological laboratory examinations on small and large animals, including Schirmer's tests, ocular surface staining, tear break up time (TBUT), necropsy and tissue isolation, and biochemical analysis such as clinical pathology, microbiology, parasitology, PCR, ELISA.,

Performs animal surgery and handling.

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30+ days ago

South LA Clinic, California

The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. The Senior Veterinary Assistant (SVA) is a vital member of our team who works directly with clients and the veterinarians and veterinary technicians to prepare animals for surgery, enter medical records, and monitor patients.

30+ days ago

Eureka, CA

$29.48–$37.83 / hour

Under direction, performs the most difficult and complex professional work of staff involved in the inspection and enforcement of an assigned environmental health program; program areas include, but are not limited to, consumer protection, emergency response, drinking water sanitation, solid waste disposal, wastewater disposal, land use and vector control; positions may direct the work of lower level staff and/or serve in a technical expert capacity in a specific program area; interprets and enforces federal, state, and local statutes as they pertain to environmental management programs; promotes public health through inspection, permitting and enforcement; assists with planning and implementing new or specialized programs; and performs related duties as assigned. Serves as the primary intake person for rabies related complaints; assesses each call for human or domesticated animal exposure, or potential exposure, to rabies; gathers information necessary for testing; refers to communicable disease nurse or animal control officer; quarantines domesticated animals; transports carcasses and testing materials from home and vet locations to the laboratory; assesses lab results and implements proper quarantine protocols or determines whether revaccination is sufficient; provides guidance and training to animal control agencies, veterinarians, medical staff and other local agencies as needed.

22 days ago

San Diego, CA

$80,000–$115,000 / year

FULL DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior In Vivo Surgical Specialist / Senior Surgical Research Associate with extensive hands-on experience performing surgical procedures in large animal models (Rabbit, pig, dog and NHP) to support preclinical research studies. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of ongoing surgical experience in large animal models, with strong expertise in large-animal vascular catheter cannulation, intrathecal catheterization, liver biopsy procedures, thoracotomy, and laparotomy.

30+ days ago

Carson, California

The ASPCA’s Community Medicine (CM) team provides expert veterinary care to support the welfare of animals and their people through our stationary and mobile veterinary clinics, serving the most underserved communities in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. Provide peer training through coaching, discussion, and demonstration in skills necessary to be a successful CM PPC (Primary Pet Care) veterinarian and perform HQHVSN (High-Quality, High-Volume Spay Neuter).

30+ days ago

Oversee regulatory team function including full compliance and maintenance of certifications for all FSQA, sustainability, and impact related third-party certifications and claims, inclusive of packaging and ingredients (Non-GMO, Country of Origin, Raised without Antibiotics, GAP, CH Ocean Wise, Upcycled Association, Terra Cycle etc.). • Ensure compliance with regulatory regimes across markets and work closely with co-manufacturers and ingredient suppliers to ensure they employ food safety and quality programs that are acceptable to Open Farm (GMP, HACCP plans, GFSI requirements, SQF certification, etc.).

30+ days ago

South San Francisco, CA

$131,400–$206,800 / year

p>The Cardiometabolic Disease (CMD) department at our company's Research Labs South San Francisco is seeking a highly innovative and technically rigorous Scientist/Senior Scientist with deep expertise in preclinical in vivo models, particularly in cardiovascular and renal disease biology. The successful candidate will design, execute, and interpret sophisticated in vivo studies, often involving surgery, invasive measurements, and longitudinal functional readouts, and directly influence target selection and early translational strategy for cardio-renal programs.

30+ days ago

Stockton, CA

service; Assessing animal behavior and making effective decisions regarding handling, capturing, or euthanizing the animal; Identifying symptoms and behavior associated with rabies and other common domestic animal diseases; Operating City vehicles, radios, and other animal services tools and equipment; Reading maps and following directions; Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports; Following oral and written instructions; Using independent judgment and initiative in accomplishing work assignments; Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationship with coworkers, volunteers, and the public; and. another person; Vision - Constant use of overall visual capabilities; frequent need for use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close-up work; Dexterity - Frequent holding, grasping, picking, repetitive motion and writing; occasional pushing, pulling and reaching; Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone; Special Requirements - May require occasional evening and weekend work and constantly driving; Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration, decision making and public contact; occasional ability to exercise sound judgment, especially under stressful.

30+ days ago

San Francisco, California

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Inbox and communications management: Help triage Alexander's inbox and learn to write effectively in his voice, maintaining fast response times and building systems to track and route incoming asks.

We’re proud of our track record:

We jump-started the field of AI safety and security and have played a vital role in addressing other existential threats, such as mirror bacteria.

15 days ago

Newport Beach, CA

$19.69–$25.16 / hour

Currently, the City of Newport Beach is hiring Senior Recreation Leaders in the following areas: Animal Shelter Services, Youth Programs, Aquatics Programs, Facility Set-up and Operations, Sailing and Boating Center Operations (Marina Park), and Senior Program (Oasis Senior Center). Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

30+ days ago

Emeryville, CA

$185,000–$210,000 / year

UPSIDE Foods has raised more than $600 million in funding from a diverse group of leading U.S. and global investors, including top-tier venture capital firms, sovereign investment funds, strategic food and agriculture partners, and prominent technology and sustainability investors. Founded as the world's first cultivated meat company in 2015, UPSIDE Foods (formerly Memphis Meats) has achieved numerous industry-defining milestones, including being the first company to produce multiple species of meat (beef, chicken, and duck) and to sell a cultivated meat product in the United States.

30+ days ago

Castro Valley, CA

$17–$25 / hour

We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. Additional instruction can be found here: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/173424?hl=en-GB&co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop.

3 days ago

San Mateo, California

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, it provides a wide range of services, including animal adoption, wildlife rescue, veterinary care, humane education, and enforcement of animal-related laws. Serve as a frontline responder to animal-related concerns within the community, providing guidance and addressing public inquiries related to animal welfare, state and local regulations, rabies quarantine protocols, and other concerns.

30+ days ago

SSC, CA

li>Effectively communicate with field partners, corporate support staff, and senior management, ensuring issues related to accounting are communicated to the appropriate impacted partners for action. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers.

30 days ago

Coachella, CA

Full time

TAP Benefits: https://rc-hr.com/files/users/user116/COR_2026_TAP_Guide_FINAL.pdf (Download PDF reader)• Drive a vehicle to patrol jurisdictions overseen by Riverside County; enforce animal regulations, laws and ordinances; answer questions from the public concerning age, breed, characteristics, care, and treatment of animals; advise the public of legal rights, explaining and interpreting animal control laws, regulations, procedures, and policies; contact dog owners by house-to-house canvassing to locate unlicensed or unvaccinated dogs; check for valid rabies certificates, microchips, and verify signalment; collect and turn in license fees. Ability to: Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with the public and other employees; clearly explain animal control procedures and regulations to the public; exercise tact and good judgment in dealings with the public; handle animals humanely and safely; discharge firearms safely and accurately; read and comprehend laws and regulations pertaining to animal control and licensing; present evidence and testify in court cases; recognize symptoms of rabies and other animal diseases; maintain statistical records; access centralized information systems to retrieve and enter data; effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

30+ days ago

San Mateo, CA

Full time

30+ days ago

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Select appropriate techniques and implement programs and policies to minimize post-loss costs, such as medical care management, risk reduction partnerships with carriers, effective internal processes for timely reporting and management of claims, grouping of exposure units, and risk transfer vehicles. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers.

3 days ago

Santa Barbara, California

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, capital planning, capital project delivery, infrastructure operations, and/or construction project management, including leadership of multi-million-dollar capital programs in public-facing environments.• 5+ years of senior-level leadership experience supervising managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external consultants/contractors.• Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, and working in close partnership with the President & CEO and the Executive Leadership Team, this role ensures that the Zoo’s physical environment advances animal welfare, guest experience, staff effectiveness, sustainability goals, operational excellence, and long-term financial stewardship.

30+ days ago

Essential Job Functions:

The partner must be able to perform all of the following duties and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Manage our Risk and Controls application to perform the quarterly SOX 302 sub-certification process and maintain key SOX documentation (control matrices, process flows, and other documentation).

3 days ago

Chula Vista, CA

$24.38–$29.63 / hour

Essential Functions: Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: receive, handle and kennel animals of all species including those of unknown temperament, aggressive, sick and injured animals; update computer files when receiving, treating, moving or dispositioning animals; keeps accurate records and logs; maintain the shelter and premises in a sanitary condition and good repair; clean kennels and department vehicles; care for and feed impounded animals; assists in the procurement of animal food and supplies; identify sex, age and breed of animals in the facility; complete and maintain simple records; prepare reports as need; assist in performing medical and behavioral examinations of animals including administering medical treatment to shelter animals; assist with surgical preparation for spays and neuters; assist in identifying potentially adoptable animals; assist the public with adoptions; oversee prospective adopters in pet play area; provide information regarding the animal and its temperament; answer citizen inquiries and provide shelter information to the public; provide back-up support to the public counter; process records and applications related to assigned duties; conduct tours of the facility; present pet educational program at schools, senior center, and other off site locations; evaluate animals daily on euthanasia list; euthanize animals by injection in accordance with established policies and procedures; dispose of diseased and unclaimed animals; assist in conducting rabies clinic; issue dog licenses; receive and record payment for licenses and adoptions; relay messages and dispatches personnel by radio; responds to calls when necessary; may transport shelter animals to other facilities; perform general office work and data entry; perform related duties as assigned. Ability to: properly handle and care for animals; humanely euthanize animals according to department protocols; dispose of diseased and euthanized animals; clean and disinfect shelter enclosures, cages and other related operational equipment or areas; distinguish between healthy and ill animals; recognize aggressive or frightened animals; keep simple records; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work a flexible schedule, which would include weekends and holidays; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

7 days ago

San Diego, CA

$59,696–$73,382.40 / year

We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Note: The following are not qualifying: Volunteer experience, experience on a ranch, a farm, a veterinary hospital, service/companion pets or lab animals or experience performing animal care and maintenance work outside of the option #2 stated above.

13 days ago

Monterey, CA

$96,300–$123,000 / year

li>Contribute to the collaborative management and oversight of the ~50-person Husbandry Operations team; advise senior Animal Care management on departmental policies, professional development, promotional processes, compensation, strategy, and team culture; oversee husbandry activities across other workgroups and galleries in the absence of other curators. Serve as a liaison between Husbandry Operations and other Aquarium work groups to effectively identify and communicate where animal care activities impact or are impacted by other operational areas and functions; may oversee contractors performing work in areas of responsibility.

30+ days ago

San Mateo

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, it provides a wide range of services, including animal adoption, wildlife rescue, veterinary care, humane education, and enforcement of animal-related laws. The Animal Protection Investigator is responsible for investigating complaints and reports of animal cruelty or neglect, preparing case reports and files for legal authorities, and providing testimony as required.

21 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$59,428.32–$80,083.68 / year

Veteran's Credit: Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. Do you have at least 3 years of verifiable experience performing work activities at an animal shelter (e.g., caring for animals, collecting fees for licenses, impounding animals, taking photographs of animals, cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, making and reporting minor repairs to tools and equipment, maintaining vehicle in a clean and properly serviced condition)?.

9 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$55,739.04–$75,119.04 / year

Veteran's Credit: Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. Do you have at least 6 months of verifiable experience performing work activities at an animal shelter (e.g., caring for animals, collecting fees for licenses, impounding animals, taking photographs of animals, cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, making and reporting minor repairs to tools and equipment, maintaining vehicle in a clean and properly serviced condition)?.

9 days ago

San Mateo, California

The Dispatcher plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of Animal Rescue & Control services by managing incoming calls, coordinating service requests, and monitoring field staff activities. Through sheltering, veterinary services, wildlife rehabilitation, and community outreach, the organization provides vital programs that save lives and create a more humane community.

30+ days ago

Folsom, CA

$25–$29

We are looking for a leader who can combine advanced canine behavior expertise with business ownership, team leadership, and community presence to continue building a trusted and high-performing training program. Are you a proven training leader who knows how to develop high-performing trainers, drive revenue through service excellence, and deliver safe, effective results for dogs and their owners?.

30+ days ago

Jurupa Valley, CA

$93,915.47–$126,255.62 / year

Ability to: Write clearly and accurately to identify and describe technical procedures, service delivery methodology and billing procedures; read, understand, interpret, and apply provisions of federal, state, and local legislation and regulations pertinent to contractual agreements for services; use communication skills and techniques required for contract negotiations; analyze and evaluate contracts, budgets, grant proposals, government grants, and contractors performance/compliance; problem solving and resolving differences between contractors and the department; ability to direct and supervise the work of others; monitor contract services and assure quality. Knowledge of: Grant proposal writing, application and monitoring techniques, and policies and procedures; contract preparation and negotiation techniques; proper contract format; legal language used in contracts; governmental regulations regarding contracted services and competitive bidding process; county, state and federal government general administrative structures and processes; principles of business and public administration; accounting and budgetary controls, basic analysis and research techniques; computer applications pertaining to procurement and business requirements; principles and practices of management and supervision.

30+ days ago

San Diego, CA

$48,630.40–$59,779.20 / year

p>Animal Services Dispatchers are responsible for receiving requests for service by telephone and radio dispatching routine and emergency calls to Animal Control Officers in the field regarding state and local animal cruelty and regulatory laws, in addition to other law enforcement animal control functions as well as shelter operations. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$18.93–$26.75 / hour

Animal handling techniques and applications; Animal traps, catch poles, and chemical immobilization techniques; Capturing and restraining domestic animals and livestock; Animal care and nutrition requirements; Investigation methods and procedures; Animal identification techniques; Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes; Customer service principles; Recordkeeping principles; Computers and related software applications. Handling animals in a safe manner; Capturing, restraining, and handling animals and livestock; Responding to emergency situations; Euthanizing animals; Conducting investigations; Providing customer service; Preparing and maintaining records; Using computers and related software applications; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc.

30+ days ago

Elk Grove, CA

$41,350–$55,427 / year

When assigned to a field environment: Must possess mobility to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, and grasp; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confining spaces and around machines; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone or radio. Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties in support of animal welfare; provides food, exercise, socialization, and other modalities to support animal health at the City's animal shelter; maintains records regarding animal behavior and health; provides assistance to the public with claiming lost animals, adoptions, and responsible pet ownership; and performs related duties as assigned.

28 days ago

San Mateo, CA

Full time

30+ days ago

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Senior Animal Care Jobs in California

Animal Care Technician I/II County of Ventura

Senior Animal Keeper Z&A Management

Animal Care Technician City of Sacramento

Animal Control Officer I City of Sacramento

Vice President of Animal Care Monterey Bay Aquarium

Vice President of Animal Care Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Program Manager (Animal Care and Services) - Public Works San Jose City Council

Senior Animal Technician - DLAM University of California

Senior Animal Technician (Floater) - DLAM University of California

Director, Laboratory Animal Medicine RPM ReSearch

Animal Care Supervisor Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Principal Animal Technician UCSF Medical Center

Senior Environmental Quality Keeper Z&A Management

Senior Research Associate (Temporary) -In Vivo Biology / Pharmacology Tentarix Biotherapeutics Inc

Senior Animal Technician Floater - DLAM UCLA Health System

Senior Animal Technician - DLAM UCLA Health System

Lead Animal Keeper County of San Bernardino

Senior Veterinary Assistant American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Animal Research Lab Specialist University of Southern California

Senior Veterinary Assistant The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Senior Environmental Health Specialist - DHHS Public Health Housing Authorities of the City of Eureka & County of Humboldt

Sr. Research Associate - Simply Biotech TalentZok

Senior Staff Veterinarian The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

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