Overview
Kennel Assistant – PT or FT Jobs in Sioux Falls, SD at Sioux Falls Area Humane Society
Kennel Assistant – Part Time or Full Time
SUMMARY: We are looking for a team player to grow with our team and be flexible when there is a need. Must have excellent work history and attendance. Excellent customer service and computer skills. Shouldn’t be afraid to get messy as this job includes working directly with animals as well as washing and scrubbing kennels on a daily basis. Primary responsibility will be cleaning and working with customers to find a new pet. Our Kennel Staff are a very important part of our shelter team, for the cleanliness of the shelter and health of the animals.
SCHEDULE:
Full-Time (40 hours per week) with 8- or 10-hour shifts, or
Part-Time (30 hours per week or less) with morning cleaning shifts.
Candidate availability is a consideration in hiring. Candidates will be asked questions about availability and desired hours worked per week in the application process.
Days required to work: Must be available to work weekends
Pay: $15/hr
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Animal Care — Perform daily cleaning of animal areas and feeding of animals in accordance with established procedures. Monitor appetite, hydration, stools, and vomit of all shelter animals.
Communication — Listen, pay attention, and be a responsible steward of information.
Support —Move animals throughout the shelter as needed. Provide animal enrichment and complete fecal/urine collection when needed. Complete accurate data entry into the computer system.
Culture — Foster an open and inclusive work environment by modeling SFAHS’s behaviors and values, consistent with the vision and mission of the organization. Champion a culture of safety and promote meaningful volunteer engagement.
Other duties as assigned
What we are looking for:
Schedule — Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during operational hours as defined by leadership with the expectation to work varied hours including evening and weekend shifts.
Experience — Customer service experience preferred.
Computer Skills — Proficient with computers
Adaptability — Ability to work in a professional and positive manner with high attention to detail in a variety of situations and the willingness to assist at other sites.
Communication — Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, must have the ability to work as a team member and partner collaboratively with external and internal customers and departments.
Physical & Emotional Capabilities — Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspects of work in an animal shelter environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. These positions will be exposed to bleach regularly, so you must not have a bleach allergy. Must have a high level of resiliency.
This position description is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Why Work Here
Make a difference in the lives of animals and people.
Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do.
Work-life balance
Unlimited animal cuddles!
BENEFITS:
Health Insurance from Wellmark BCBS, 60% individual coverage by SFAHS.
$50/month Wellness Stipend
Vacation Time
Sick Leave
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short term and long-term disability insurance
401K retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts on merchandise, veterinary care items, and more
Animal Cuddles
Title: Kennel Assistant – PT or FT
Company: Sioux Falls Area Humane Society
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
