To promote the mission and programs of the Animal Rescue League of Iowa by performing routine animal movements, transfer preparations, transport between ARL facilities, and other related duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These ae not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Job Duties
Animal Care Handle, restrain and move animals Participate in stress and disease reduction efforts through purposeful and compassionate handling and placement of animals in the shelter environment Communicate with other departments to coordinate and assist with the movement of shelter animals Monitor animals to report health, behavior, or temperament issues to medical staff, behavior staff, or supervisor as appropriate and to determine the path of an animal in shelter Provide feeding and care as needed when moving animals Transport animals as needed between ARL facilities Contribute to improve processes and procedures Practice and encourage the humane treatment of animals
Facility Care Follow established disease control protocols to clean, disinfect, and maintain shelter kennels, cages, and general areas as assigned and instructed Operate laundry, cleaning, dishwashing, and other equipment as requested Maintain equipment in good working condition and report need for repair or replacement of equipment to the Animal Flow Supervisor
People Care Cultivate positive customer relations through professional, courteous, and educational interactions while actively promoting our mission, services, programs, and events Provide prompt, courteous, and excellent customer service to all internal and external customers at all times Work cooperatively with all volunteers, recognizing the talent and commitment they bring to the organization
Additional Responsibilities Demonstrate knowledge of and adherence to ARL policies and procedures Ensure a safe work environment, follow all safety guidelines, and model safe work practices
Classification: Personal Revision Date: 01/2023 Take immediate action to address any safety concerns that could put a staff member, volunteer, customer, animal or the organization at risk Regularly participate in and complete projects working directly with the Animal Flow Supervisor Perform other duties as assigned at any Animal Rescue League locations
Supervisory Duties
None
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Ability to commit to mission, values, goals, and success of the Animal Rescue League of Iowa with compassion and genuine affection for animals Highly motivated Team player and self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision Ability to be flexible with work schedule to meet demands of the organization (including, holidays, weekends, and overtime)
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or GED required
Animal Care Experience preferred
Language Ability
Ability to speak and write in proper English
Proficient in accurate spelling and grammar
Mathematical Skills
Must be able to perform basic mathematical skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Cognitive Demands
Ability to multi-task Detail oriented Analytical Strong interpersonal and communication skills Critical thinking Problem solving Ability to meet short deadlines
Computer Skills
Proficient with Microsoft Suite; Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Explorer and Chrome Ability to learn and be proficient in new software systems including but not limited to: animal management software and scheduling software
Physical Demands
Classification: Personal Revision Date: 01/2023 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position can be required to use hands, talk and hear.
Can be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch. Lifting up to 50 LBS Must have ability to focus Must be able to deal effectively with customer service issues Work may expose employee to odors, diseases of animals that are possibly contagious, bites, scratches, animal waste and moderate noise levels Long periods of standing Long periods of sitting Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Work may require outdoors in high heat or cold environment on occasion
Environmental Adaptability
Ability to work in a fast pace environment
Ability to be flexible with work schedule to meet the demands of the organization Ability to meet short deadlines While preforming the duties of the job, the employee may be or is occasionally exposed to unpleasant smells or airborne particles (i.e. pet dander) The noise level in the work environment can be loud Must not have pet allergies that would prevent employee from being at work Must be capable of handling stressful situations and ever changing daily workloads and demands
At Will Employment
There is no minimum period of employment guaranteed or implied by acceptance of an employment offer.
It is the policy of the Animal Rescue League that employment for this position is at will, which means that employment is for no specific term and that employment may be terminated by the employee or the Animal Rescue League at any time without cause.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I have carefully read and understand the contents of this job description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, Animal Rescue League reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by Animal Rescue league. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this job description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and Animal Rescue League has a similar right.
Employee’s Signature Date Supervisor Date
Animal Rescue League is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or applicable state regulations, Animal Rescue League will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Animal Rescue League.
