Page 1 of 2 REV: 7 -10-23 ANIMAL CARE SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Animal Care Specialist Supervised by: Director of Operations / Assistant Director of Operations. Status: Part Time or Full Time , Non -Exempt Organization Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit (FAMD) is dedicated to the rescue, protection, and adoption of companion animals in need while inspiring the human -animal bond. As animal advocates, we are committed to: Saving 100% of healthy and treatable animals . Providing high -quality animal care and adoption s ervices. Delivering innovative outreach programs and activities that promote education. Promoting animal welfare legislation. Embracing environmental responsibility with earth -friendly practices and facilities . Summary The Animal Care Specialist p erforms routine animal care and related duties for Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit which provides animal sheltering services to the city of Dearborn. The work involves cleaning and maintaining animal areas inside and outside property of the facility, interac ting with the public and other visitors to the shelter , handling incoming and current sheltered animals, and perf orming other related shelter duties. This employee will car ry out daily assignments, follow through on matters, and use independent judgement a nd training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations. Responsibilities will vary on the current needs of the shelter. Roles Cleans kennels , cages and other animal housing areas. Performs shelter duties including providing the proper amount of food/water, proper bedding and other care to animals brought to the shelter, washing laundry and dishes, and all necessary housekeeping duties. Assists in medical testing, treatments, and euthanasia as requested. Assists in temperament and behavior assessments as requested as well as perform s prescribed socialization and training methods in hand ling the animals. Interacts with public and assists volunteers , facilitates adoptions by answering questions, directs them to appropriate animals , etc. Works with volunteers; guiding them in their role, communicating with them, and answering their questions regarding a task or help with an animal. Page 2 of 2 REV: 7 -10-23 Ensures proper inventory levels of food, and other supplies. Inform s supervisor when reordering is necessary. Folows all FAMD policies and protocols. Perfor ms additional tasks as required. Qualifications/Skills Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to work week days, weekends and some holidays. Prior animal experience or knowledge of animal care is preferred but not required. Maintains professional attitude at all times. Friendly communication with public/volunteers and staff. Handles animals safely and effectively. Follows all cleaning processes in the kennels and cages in an efficient manner. Development of animal handling skills as a result of on -the-job experience. Ability to work under high -stress environments and situations. Ability to follow directions. Physical Requirements Visual requirement. Hearing requirement. Standing for long period of time. Walking for long period of time. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clim b step ladders and stairs. Bend, reach, hold, grasp, and turn objects. License/Certificates Valid driver’s license . Other Factors Work er is subject to working on weekends and holidays. Employee may have to work outside in a variety of we ather conditions.
