animal control specialist

Five Acres Animal Shelter

<p><b>Our shelter is looking for a motivated individual to join our team at Five Acres Animal Shelter! We are looking for someone who is comfortable handing both canines and felines.</b></p><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b></p><p>Job Title: Animal Care Specialist</p><p>Reports To: Animal Care Manager</p><p>Status: Part-time Seasonal Employee</p><p>Position Summary: The Animal Care Specialist at Five Acres Animal Shelter is responsible for the wellness and care of the animals at the shelter including the completion of daily tasks such as feeding, cleaning, socialization and handling adoptions, as well as fosters. The ideal candidate should have experience with animal care, customer service, and working well within a team.</p><p>The work schedule may vary with at least one weekend day, and some holidays will be required.</p><p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Counsel adopters on available pets (cats and dogs)</li><li>Work with staff and volunteers to ensure animal needs are met, including but not limited to: feeding, watering, enrichment, cleaning/sanitizing animal housing, and administering medications as necessary</li><li>Assist with data entry in ShelterLuv as needed</li><li>Abide by protocols of safe animal handling, disease control and prevention</li><li>Assist with shelter upkeep, including but not limited to laundry, dishes, organizational tasks, etc.</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>Customer service experience</li><li>Knowledge of canine and feline body language and its interpretation</li><li>Experience with animal care in the professional setting is preferred</li></ul><p>Work Environment &amp; Physical Demands</p><p>Work is performed in an animal shelter environment. Exposure to various weather conditions while working can occur. Can lift or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to sustain a full shift of walking, bending and lifting.</p><p>Job Types: Part-time, Temporary</p><p>Pay: From $15.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Are you familiar with Fear Free animal handling?</li><li>How would you describe your work ethic?</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Saint Charles, MO 63303 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Animal Care Specialist (SEASONAL)

Petco

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352728
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>340 Grasmere Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06824 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$17.94</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Animal Care Specialist

<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352791
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>22966 Sussex Hwy, Seaford, DE 19973 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$16.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352767
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>30697 US Hwy 19 North, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$15.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352688
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>250 Palm Coast Pkwy NE, Palm Coast, FL 32137 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$15.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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<ul><div>Retail (Stores)
</div><div>R352771
</div><div>Part time
</div><div>Not Remote
</div><div>801F West 15th Street, Plano, TX 75075 United States</div></ul>
<br><div><div><div>Want to help pets live their best lives?</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be where the pets go and where the <i>pet people</i> go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, <b>Petco is the place for you</b>.
</div><div>Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what&rsquo;s right for pets and people.
</div><ul><li><b>Pet First &ndash; Protect &amp; Empower.</b> All pets should <b>Live their Best Life.</b> We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
</li><li><b>Foster the Fun &ndash; Connect &amp; Bond.</b> Our <b>Passion</b> for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
</li><li><b>Let&rsquo;s Go! Own &amp; Commit.</b> We are stronger as <b>One Petco team.</b> We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
</li></ul><div>About Petco:</div><div>
We&rsquo;re proud to be <b>&quot;where the pets go&quot;</b> to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years &mdash; from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood &mdash; the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we&rsquo;re here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are <b>29,000+</b> strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than <b>1,500</b> Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, <b>250+</b> Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately <b>7 million animals</b> through in-store adoption events.
</div><div>As a <b>Companion Animal Specialist</b>, you are the primary expert and advocate for the health, welfare, and proper care of companion animals and aquatic life within the Pet Care Center (PCC).</div><div>
You ensure exceptional animal care and habitat maintenance while supporting sales, merchandising, and inventory execution. In close partnership with the sales team, you help deliver outstanding customer experience by combining deep animal-care knowledge with strong operational discipline. This role is ideal for someone passionate about animal welfare who enjoys teaching others and contributing to a collaborative team environment.</div><div><b>
What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></div><div><b>
Pet First</b></div><ul><li>
Ensure the health, safety, and proper care of all companion animals and aquatic life in accordance with Petco standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Complete and verify required animal care tasks, including hourly animal health checks, wellness documentation, maintenance logs, and incident reports.</li><li>
Ensure proper handling, documentation, and care of relinquished and adoption animals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary resource for animal care education for customers and PCC partners.</li><li>
Adhere to and promote all safety, animal welfare, and loss prevention procedures.</li></ul><div><b>
Foster the Fun</b></div><ul><li>
Deliver knowledgeable, compassionate, and solution-focused service to customers.</li><li>
Actively support customer interactions using Petco&rsquo;s selling model.</li><li>
Promote a culture of teamwork, inclusion, and collaboration across the PCC.</li><li>
Mentor and educate partners on animal care standards, maintenance routines, and best practices.</li><li>
Maintain professional, clean, and well-presented animal habitats and aquatic areas.</li></ul><div><b>
Let&rsquo;s Go!</b></div><ul><li>
Support the achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals.</li><li>
Ensure merchandise is stocked, priced, and displayed to Petco standards, with a primary focus on companion animals and aquatics.</li><li>
Efficiently order live animals, supplies, and related merchandise in partnership with the sales team to support inventory integrity and business goals.</li><li>
Analyze inventory data and identify opportunities to improve in-stock levels, shrink, and operational efficiency.</li><li>
Participate in animal and aquatic-related physical inventory counts.</li><li>
Assist with opening and closing procedures as assigned.</li><li>
Perform additional duties and special projects as needed to support Pet Care Center operations.</li></ul><div><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></div><div><b>
Animal Care &amp; Maintenance</b></div><ul><li>
Verify all animal care and maintenance tasks are completed according to established schedules.</li><li>
Perform routine housekeeping duties, including cleaning habitats and tanks, sweeping and mopping floors, dusting, and facing merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with all regulatory, operational, and safety standards.</li></ul><div><b>
Customer Experience &amp; Sales Support</b></div><ul><li>
Process register transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>
Evaluate customer needs and escalate concerns to the Leader on Duty when appropriate.</li><li>
Support Omni-channel and in-store initiatives through consistent execution and customer engagement.</li></ul><div><b>
What Success Looks Like</b></div><ul><li>
Animals are healthy, safe, and cared for to Petco&rsquo;s highest standards.</li><li>
Customers trust the team&rsquo;s expertise and return for guidance and solutions.</li><li>
Animal habitats and aquatic areas are clean, compliant, and visually appealing.</li><li>
Inventory and merchandising support sales while minimizing shrink.</li><li>
Partners feel supported and informed through shared animal-care knowledge.</li></ul><div><b>
What You Bring</b></div><div><b>
Experience &amp; Skills</b></div><ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with or caring for companion animals and aquatic life.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of animal care, husbandry, and maintenance practices.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to educate others and communicate effectively.</li><li>
Strong customer service mindset with an aptitude for selling behaviors.</li><li>
Basic business, math, and inventory management skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li></ul><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED preferred.</li><li>
Completion and ongoing maintenance of the Petco Animal Care Certification Program required.</li></ul><div><b>
Essential Functions &amp; Work Environment</b></div><div>
This role is performed in a <b>Pet Care Center retail environment</b> and requires active engagement on the sales floor.</div><ul><li>
The role requires frequent standing and walking, as well as bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting.</li><li>
Ability to safely lift and move merchandise, supplies, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds.</li><li>
Regular engagement with customers on the sales floor, including providing customer assistance and performing cashiering and point-of-sale transactions.</li><li>
Must be able to work in proximity to animals, including exposure to animal dander, odors, noises, and cleaning chemicals.</li><li>
Flexible availability to support Pet Care Center operating hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.</li></ul><div>
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.</div><div><b>
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It Here</b></div><ul><li>
Purpose-driven work that makes a difference for pets and people.</li><li>
A welcoming, inclusive team environment.</li><li>
Opportunities to learn, grow, and explore career paths.</li><li>
A fun, fast-paced role where no two days are the same.</li></ul><div><b>
Start Rate: </b>$13.00</div><div>
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits<div>
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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.</div><div><br>
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Companion Animal Center

<p><b>Companion Crew Member &ndash; Front Desk &amp; Client Care (Animal Care Experience Required)</b><br/>$16/hr. | Full-Time or Part-Time | Oakdale, MN</p><p><b>This is not an entry-level position: </b><i><b>Prior professional animal-care AND customer service experience required (dog daycare/boarding, veterinary clinic, animal shelter, animal control, or similar)</b></i></p><p>Our one-of-a-kind facility blends premium dog daycare and boarding services with a deep-rooted commitment to animal welfare, enrichment, and responsible care.</p><p>The Companion Animal Center is a dual purpose facility; providing small group size dog daycare, premium dog boarding and the home base of Companion Animal Care &amp; Control&mdash;the largest animal control and impound provider serving municipalities across Minnesota and Wisconsin&mdash;we care for dogs &amp; cats in under legal holds every day, providing safety, structure, and compassion when it matters most. This dual role sets us apart: we serve both animals who have loving homes and animals who find themselves without a loving home of their own, all under one roof, with the same high standard of care.</p><p>We are more than a dog daycare. We are a purpose-driven team of animal care takers, animal control officers, animal control transporters and experienced animal welfare professionals working together to support dogs at every stage of their journey.</p><p><b>At the Companion Animal Center, your work matters.</b></p><p>Our brand-new, purpose-built facility supports both public pet care and animal welfare services, with thousands of animals moving through our doors each year. This is a client-facing role for experienced professionals who can seamlessly move between front desk responsibilities and hands-on animal care in a fast-paced, structured environment.</p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>No two days are the same. This role requires flexibility, strong initiative, and the ability to independently identify and prioritize work as needs shift throughout the day.</li><li>Greet and assist clients with confidence, empathy, and professionalism</li><li>Manage check-ins, check-outs, scheduling questions, and service explanations</li><li>Communicate clearly with pet parents, law enforcement officers, and placement partners</li><li>Support daycare, boarding, and impound operations</li><li>Prepare daily animal health rounds, report cards and client updates</li><li>Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and documentation</li><li>Monitor animal behavior and escalate concerns appropriately</li></ul><p><b>Who We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in animal care (shelter, vet clinic, daycare/boarding, animal control, or similar)</li><li>Must be able to retain detailed protocols, work on a small team and thrive with independent work requiring initiative throughout the day</li><li>Strong front desk or client-facing experience within an animal care setting</li><li>Comfortable explaining policies, handling sensitive conversations, and setting expectations</li><li>Thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment with accountability</li><li>Confident working with stressed, fearful, or animals in need of intensive care</li><li>Calm, reliable, detail-oriented, and professional under high levels of pressure</li></ul><p><b>Physical &amp; Work Environment</b></p><ul><li>Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and handle dogs of all sizes</li><li>Comfortable with noise, cleaning, and animal bodily fluids</li><li>Standing, walking, bending, and multitasking throughout the shift</li><li>Indoor and outdoor work in all Minnesota weather</li></ul><p><b>Why Work With Us</b></p><ul><li>Free daycare for your dog on workdays</li><li>Free annual vaccinations for your dog ( after 1 year of work)</li><li>Training and continuing education</li><li>Commission opportunities</li><li>Sick leave</li><li>Employee discount on retail</li><li>Staff snacks and team appreciation events</li><li>Meaningful work in a mission-driven organization</li></ul><p><b>Schedule Expectations</b></p><ul><li>Facility hours: 6:30am&ndash;6:30pm (Mon&ndash;Fri); Sat &amp; Sun 7&ndash;12pm &amp; 5&ndash;7pm</li><li>Weekend and holiday availability required</li><li>Reliable transportation required</li><li>Consistent weekly schedule (no fluctuating shifts, so you can plan your days)</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply</b></p><p>To maintain a streamlined and intentional hiring process, all applicants must complete our application through our website:</p><p>Apply here: <b>https://companionanimalcenter.com/join-the-team</b></p><p>This role is best suited for experienced animal care professionals who take pride in their work, value accountability, and are motivated to be part of a team that leads with both heart and hustle.</p><p>Pay: From $16.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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