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BrightSide Animal Center
Animal Care Technician (ACT)
BrightSide Animal Center (BrightSide) is a high-save shelter dedicated to providing sheltering, placement, and prevention services to reduce animal homelessness and unnecessary euthanasia. As an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, BrightSide has been helping people and animals in Central Oregon for more than 30 years.
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a dynamic leadership team who will usher in a new phase of growth and innovation at BrightSide. We are a passionate, high-performing team who believe that collaboration is key to our success. We do our best work by leveraging each other’s strengths and making sure to create opportunities for the work to be fun and meet our individual goals.
As a Socially Conscious Shelter, BrightSide strives to ensure the best possible outcomes for every homeless animal in our care and community. We envision a better world for animals and the people who love them, and we’re dedicated to making that vision a reality.
Do you have a passion for helping animals and people in the community? Are you interested in a career path in animal welfare? Are you a team player who wants to join a cohesive team with individuals who are passionate about their job? Are you self-motivated with a strong work ethic? If your answer is YES, we invite you to apply for the role of Animal Care Technician at BrightSide Animal Center.
Qualifications and Duties
The Animal Care Technician (ACT) focuses on all aspects of shelter operations and helps maintain consistency between the front and back of the shelter. ACTs handle animals with compassion and understanding and all work is to be accurately and efficiently documented as needed. ACTs provide excellent customer service to any person seeking services from BrightSide Animal Center. The position participates in and promotes animal safety and wellness within the shelter and during special events, both at the shelter and offsite.
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Work may be performed in noisy indoor and outdoor environments. You may encounter exposure to the elements, including severe cold and heat, be exposed to zoonotic diseases and aggressive animals that may result in scratches, bites, kicking or cause other bodily injuries. People assigned to this position may encounter high levels of stress. Position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, stretching, and standing for long periods of time, computer work, writing, and filing. You must have the physical and mental ability to safely perform the full range of duties of the position without creating a hazard to self or others.
Nature of Employment
The Animal Care Technician reports to the . This is a full-time position that requires 40 hours per week and may include weekends, nights, and holiday work.
Compensation
The hourly wage is $14.50-15.50 per hour. Starting wage is dependent upon experience. Benefits include paid time off and health, vision and dental insurance.
How to Apply
Email your one-page cover letter and resume to:
Taylor at: tcampbell@brightsideanimals.org
Acknowledgement will be emailed upon receipt of your cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.50 - $16.50 per hour
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Work Location: In person