Job Overview
Employment Type
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
Team-oriented environment
flexible scheduling
Mission-driven culture
Job Description
KC Pet Project is a leading no-kill animal shelter and rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of companion animals in the Kansas City area. This organization is committed to providing compassionate care, promoting adoption, and supporting community programs that reduce the number of animals entering shelters. With a focus on animal welfare and community engagement, KC Pet Project operates various programs to encourage responsible pet ownership and offers innovative strategies to find loving homes for animals in need. The shelter is well-regarded for its mission to sustain a no-kill status while delivering the highest standard of care to pets... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working in an animal shelter or rescue organization if preferred
- Ability to handle all cats with kindness at all times
- Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced, high stress environment
- Self-motivated and team-oriented attitude
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Ability to learn and quickly adapt to changes in programs and procedures
- Weekend availability required
- Ability to safely work with cats of varying temperaments
- Ability to lift up to 50 lb
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, reach, handle and restrain animals for long periods
- Commitment to integrity and professionalism
- Ability to represent KC Pet Project professionally with the public and staff.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working in an animal shelter or rescue organization preferred
- Training and experience demonstrating successful animal handling, sanitation, and relevant skills
- Exceptional customer service ability
- Ability to work part-time, 15-25 hours per week including weekend days
- Commitment to the mission and values of KC Pet Project including compassion, kindness, and quality animal care.
Job Duties
- Assist the Pet Support Center Team to immediately evaluate fear, anxiety and stress scores to determine if intake or intake diversion would be a more favorable outcome
- Speak with clients seeking to surrender a cat about Trap/Neuter/Return if it is identified as a likely free roaming outdoor cat
- Demonstrate the proper use of a humane trap
- Administer vaccinations and preventatives to all cats residing on campus and maintain associated data and records
- Assist with pathway planning for cats to reduce length of stay
- Assist visitors in cat adoption, giving advice and performing adoptions when needed
- Clean cat condos and habitats including scooping litter boxes, replacing soiled bedding, disposing of litter/debris, scrubbing and sanitizing rooms and/or habitats, replenishing water bowls, adhering to strict sanitation protocols
- Provide daily care for cats, including those with health and behavior issues, such as feeding, medication, enrichment, and wellness exams
- Sweep and mop floors of cat areas daily and restock essential items
- Wash dirty laundry, empty trash, deep clean tasks as assigned
- Assist other personnel and perform other tasks as necessary
- Handle all cats with kindness at all times without exception
- Adhere to all KC Pet Project protocols and policies regarding illness, disease, and sanitation.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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