Animal Care Technician

Description: **Summary** The Animal Care Technician is responsible for performing a variety of daily tasks to provide for the proper care of the shelter’s animals. **Principal Responsibilities:** * Clean kennels and maintain environment for all shelter animals according to procedures described in the Animal Care manual and as instructed by Animal Care Manager. * Spot\-clean animal kennels throughout the day ensuring that the cages remain as clean as possible. * Adhere to all feeding schedules, including special diets prescribed by the Veterinary team. * Assist in moving dogs and cats to designated areas within the building. * Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of the daily monitoring sheets in addition to recording relevant information into the animal’s digital record. * Ensure all holding and adoption areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary, and comfortable manner reporting issues to the manager immediately. * Communicate questions, observations, and needed assistance to the Animal Care Team Lead. * Report any observed medical problems to the Medical Department. * Follow all behavioral protocols set by the Behavior Department with interacting with shelter animals. * Utilize Fear Free techniques when handling any animal in our care. * Distribute supply orders to appropriate locations and restock supplies daily. * Wash and sanitize dishes daily. * Wash, dry, and fold laundry daily. * Maintain positive relationships with co\-workers, managers, directors, clients, and stakeholders. * Uphold the mission of Humane Animal Rescue throughout all responsibilities of the position. * Understand and support the Open\-Door Philosophy of Humane Animal Rescue. * Perform other duties as assigned. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:** * Time management and organizational skills. * Ability to multi\-task and prioritize work. * Ability to communicate effectively. * Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. **Work Environment:** While performing the duties of this jo