Animal Care Tech 1 at Santa Fe Animal Shelter Inc – SANTA FE, New Mexico

Job Summary:

The focus of responsibility for the Animal Care Tech I is to provide of extended animal care and ensure wellbeing of all residents, to learn the routine for the Admissions, Rehab center and Adoption buildings. Some responsibilities of the Animal Care Tech I include, using approved protocols, the cleaning and monitoring of the animal holding areas/kennels/animal transport vehicles/building/grounds. Feeding/watering the animals. Maintain a welcoming and sanitary environment. PM dog walking. Washing of dishes and laundry. Supporting the Animal Care Tech Lead and Animal Care Manager as needed. Report changes in animal behavior and health to the office teams so that appropriate notes can be entered into the animal’s record. Monitor animals for signs of illness and take appropriate steps to facilitate needed care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

· Cleaning of the animal holding areas/kennels/animal transport vehicles/building/grounds and dog parks.

· General Animal Care, taking in considerations Residents, mental health and wellbeing.

· Washing of bowls/litter pans/other animal equipment.

· Learn common shelter diseases and symptoms.

· Follow cleaning flow.

· Learn location, proper use and sanitation procedures for safety equipment.

· Learn the process for healthy vs. infected laundry and dishes.

· Properly complete Rounds.

· Ensure that individual animal nutritional needs are met.

· Watering of animals.

· Assist Behavior Team with AM playgroups.

· Watch the following videos and attend trainings: Shelter Tour, Dog Walking Handling and Socializing, Cat Diseases, Dog Diseases, Fear Free and Fight Training.

· Understand the information on the kennel cards.

· Monitoring of animals for health and/or behavioral issues and immediately reporting of animal health or behavior concerns to supervisor and/or office team member.

· Assist in Compassion Services including but not limited to cremations/cleaning freezers and crematorium.

· Dog walking.

· As needed, assist in the transfer process including but not limited to the intake procedure/loading and unloading of vehicles and all equipment.

· Communicating effectively, both written and orally, with the public, staff and management regarding policy, procedure, behavior and animal welfare issues.

· Participating in on-going education/training, including, but not limited to, on-line courses and in-person seminars whenever required.

· Promoting at all times, both internally & externally, a positive attitude and image regarding the Shelter and its practices.

· Performing related duties as assigned by supervisor.

· Maintaining compliance with all policies and procedures.

Study and learn SFAS operations policies and procedures including the personnel manual.

Job Requirements:

· To complete The fear free shelter course within 90 days of employment.

· To complete The Fear free shelter course of Housing and environment within 90 days of employment.

· To complete Dog handling/ leash training within the first 60 days of employment.

· Regular attendance as scheduled on time and ready to work.

· Schedule flexibility, including weekends & Holidays.

· Communication skills including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers/staff/patrons/volunteers.

· Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and time constraints.

· Ability to use chemicals including but not limited to bleach/quaternary ammonium cleaning solutions (chemical used to kill bacteria, viruses and mold, stabilized hydrogen peroxide.

· Handling of animals including but not limited to cats/dogs/rodents/small mammals/rabbits/poultry/reptiles.

Physical Requirements:

· Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions

· Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

· Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly with co-workers/volunteers/customers

· Walking, bending, twisting for as much as 8 to 10 hours per day

· Must be able to be on your feet up to 4 hours at a time 8 to 10 hours per day

· Must be able to tolerate odor, noise, allergens and cleaning chemicals.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the Animal Care Technician duties, management reserves the right to revise duties as needed for the organization without notice.