Animal Scientist jobs in Saginaw, MI

• Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted into our care.
• Feed, water, walk, socialize and bathe animals according to schedules and established protocol.
• Clean and disinfect food dishes, litter pans, kennels, cages and yard areas daily.
• Responsible for laundry and dish-washing duties.
• Maintain cleanliness in both people and animal areas.
• Restock assigned areas as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned by shelter management.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds
• Every other Saturday, required
• Holidays, required
• Schedule example: Mon-Weds every other Saturday or Weds-Friday every other Saturday.

Secondary Duties:

• Answer telephone lines, respond to email inquiries, scheduling appointments.
• Process intakes and adoptions of shelter pets.
• Assist veterinary staff with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Administer medications under supervision.
• Promote Missaukee Humane Society programs and general goodwill among clients and staff.
• Attend fundraising and adoption events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by shelter management.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Previous animal experience and/or veterinary/office experience strongly desired.
• Must be flexible and able to handle changes in a fast-paced work environment.

Schedule: TBD (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, every other Saturday).

Work References Required

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Kennel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person