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About the Role

As an Animal Care Technician- Canine, you will play a vital role in upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and public safety by ensuring the daily care, cleanliness, and well-being of our dogs. This position works collaboratively to maintain a safe, positive, and enriching environment for every dog in our care while supporting responsible adoption practices.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and enforce shelter protocols for cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and handling in alignment with ASV Guidelines.
• Monitor the health, behavior, and well-being of dogs and communicate concerns promptly.
• Promote a safe, positive, and humane environment for dogs, staff, volunteers, and visitors.
• Ensure that all practices support responsible adoptions and prioritize public safety.
• Ensure effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to the shelter’s mission and best-practice principles.

Requirements

• Knowledge of ASV Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters and commitment to implementing best practices.
• Strong work ethic; dependable, reliable, and accountable.
• Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, volunteers, and leadership.
• Professional and courteous demeanor, even in high-stress or challenging situations.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform other physically demanding tasks as required.
• Regular exposure to animals with varying temperaments and to outdoor weather conditions.
• Comfortable walking dogs and maintaining outdoor runs in all weather conditions.
• Routine use of cleaning agents, disinfectants, and other shelter maintenance materials.

Location

• Hyde Park, NY

Work Type

• Full-time

Salary/Compensations

• $16-$17 an hour

Benefits

• 401k
• Life insurance
• Medical Contributions
• Dental Contributions

About the Company

• At our shelter, we are deeply committed to implementing the highest standards of animal welfare and public safety in every aspect of our work.
• Guided by the ASV (Association of Shelter Veterinarians) Guidelines and best practices in the industry, we ensure that each animal receives humane care, appropriate enrichment, and responsible placement decisions.