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Join Our Team

Are you passionate about helping animals? Are you dedicated, hard-working and driven? LPCHS employees are committed to animal welfare and are always looking for compassionate and talented individuals to join our team.

Please submit the following when applying for a position within our organization.

Shelter
Liz Schenk, Assistant Director of Animal Services at 1111 S. Camino del Rio, Durango CO 81303

Thrift Store
Andrea Ellis, Director of Thrift Store at 1111 S. Camino del Rio, Durango CO 81303

Animal Protection
Chris Nelson Director of Animal Protection at 1111 S. Camino del Rio, Durango Co 81303

JOB DESCRIPTION: ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN

This position requires the person to be punctual, dedicated and customer service oriented. To work collaboratively with others to achieve a clean and sanitary environment for the animals. Treat animals humanely with love and concern, both on and off the job. Provide accurate information and friendly service to the public. Participate in team meetings with other team members to share ideas and suggestions designed to improve the organization. Starting rate $17/hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Feed, water, and care for shelter animals.
  • Clean and disinfect inside and outside dog kennels, cattery and all other areas of the shelter.
  • Regularly observe animals for signs of sickness.
  • Perform vaccinations on animals.
  • Administer medication to animals when needed.
  • May be asked to assist in a euthanasia (this will not be required of you).
  • Respectfully dispose of animal remains in accordance with the Society’s policies.
  • Bath grooming and walking animals as directed by a supervisor.
  • Assist the public with the adoption of animals.
  • Assist volunteers when needed.
  • Perform all janitorial duties assigned.
  • Must be pleasant, courteous, and professional with the public at all times, no matter how difficult the situation.

Job Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Able to lift 50lbs.
  • Able to handle and restrain animals in a humane manner.
  • Ability to deal with the public tactfully and effectively. Customer service in a must!
  • Learn and understand principles of animal welfare and policies of the humane society.
  • Gain knowledge of the various breeds of animals, vaccinations and euthanasia policies.
  • Multi-task comfortably.

Please submit letter of inquiry, resume and application to:
Assistant Director of Animal Services at elisabeth@lpchumanesociety.org or apply in person during normal business hours.

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