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Department: Nexus PetsReports to: Programs Manager, PetsSupervises: VolunteersType: Full-time, Nonexempt EmployeePurpose of Position: The Pet Care Specialist is dedicated to the daily care and enrichment of animals within our facilities. This role also involves coordinating with off-site adoption partner locations such as PetSmart and Petco, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and assisting with facilitating successful adoptions to help our animals find loving homes.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Clean and disinfect animal runs, kennels, cages, receiving areas, holding areas, and yard areas daily.</li><li>Feed, water, and provide daily enrichment activities for animals to reduce stress.</li><li>Monitor and report signs of illness, disease, or behavioral concerns.</li><li>Assist in the medical treatment of sick and injured animals, including administering medications and vaccines under supervision.</li><li>Maintain cleanliness in both animal and public areas, including spot cleaning throughout the day.</li><li>Clean, fold, and stock kennel laundry and cleaning supplies.</li><li>Wash and sterilize water buckets, food bowls, toys, litter boxes, crates, traps, and other equipment.</li><li>Ensure all equipment used for animal care is in good working condition.</li><li>Coordinate and transport animals to and from adoption locations and events, ensuring all necessary paperwork and supplies are prepared.</li><li>Set up and manage off-site adoption locations, including cleaning and sanitizing the area and managing inventory.</li><li>Assist potential adopters who want to visit with a pet they are considering for adoption.</li><li>Clean and sanitize work areas and vehicles regularly to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.</li><li>Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external partners, fostering productive and lasting collaborations.</li><li>Utilize standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide operations and provide feedback for continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely data entry for all pet-related activities.</li><li>Maintain inventory of food, cleaning, and care supplies.</li><li>Actively engage with volunteers, providing support and proactively improving our volunteer program.</li><li>Serve as an ambassador for Nexus, sharing our mission and various ways to support our work with your network.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Competencies:<ul><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Organizational skills</li><li>Communication skills</li><li>Adaptability to Change and Ambiguity</li><li>Customer and Community Focus</li><li>Team Collaboration</li><li>Excellence</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and insurable driving record</li><li>Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail</li><li>Strong customer service skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office programs</li><li>Professional experience in animal welfare or working with dogs, cats, and small mammals (desired)</li></ul>Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:<ul><li>Handle and restrain animals of various sizes, weights, and temperaments.</li><li>Subject to animal bites or scratches.</li><li>Work performed in areas with high noise levels and exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces.</li><li>Physical efforts require constant bending, stooping, standing, and walking.</li><li>Frequent lifting of animals and objects with reasonable accommodation.</li><li>Ability to drive a company vehicle for the duration of a typical workday.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $13.50 - $15.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>On-the-job training</li><li>Opportunities for advancement</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

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