As Iowa’s largest nonprofit animal shelter, we are committed to protecting animals and addressing the growing demand for animal control facility space. Our mission has taken a giant leap forward with the opening of our cutting-edge New Animal Services location! This 21,850-sf facility represents a significant upgrade, designed to meet Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) guidelines and regulations, and it boasts sustainability features aligned with the city’s electrification goals, including a pursuit of LEED Gold certification.
We are currently seeking a Part-Time Animal Care technicians to join our team. In this role, you will be the face and/or voice for our furry friends and also the one who keeps their space nice and clean! You will play a key role in providing appropriate care, cleaning, safety, and enrichment to our animals. You will be joining a team that works together to create change and provides a meaningful impact every day for the animals and our community.
Here's what we ask of you to take our Animal Care team to the next level.
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Animal care and customer service experience (preferred)
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Ability to function in a fast-paced environment
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Strong communication skills and openness to change
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Team player and self-starter
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Supportive and embracive to a culture of acceptance, open communication, and a positive work environment.
Benefits Full Time:
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Paid time off
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7 paid holidays
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Health, Dental, & Vision
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Disability Insurance - Short and long-term disability
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Life & AD&D Insurance
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Accident & Critical Illness
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HSA/FSA
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Retirement: 401(k) & ROTH plan
Along with traditional benefits, the ARL employees also receive a variety of other benefits within our organization and outside our organization; these benefits include:
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Discounted Pet Food
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Discounted Pet Insurance
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20% off Animal House purchases (retail shop)
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25% off 4-week training classes for your pets
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Employee Veterinary Assistance Program
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Free yearly vaccinations
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Microchips at cost
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Heartworm screening -$5 per pet
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Annual Heartworm preventative at cost
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Other services upon request