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posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Part-timesalary: 17.00–17.50 an hour
About Us:
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to... be a no-kill city, while also assisting other
About Us:
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to... be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work. To read more about APA!’s lifesaving programs, click here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/about/our-story
APA! Thrift began in May 2017 with its 1st thrift store location on Burnet Rd. Today, we have 3 boutique-style locations, selling high quality new and gently used items for low prices. All net proceeds directly support the innovative lifesaving programs of Austin Pets Alive!
• **************
Are you…
• Available to work any day of the week from 11-7?
• Experienced in retail and/or customer service? (Cash-handling or merchandising experience is a bonus!)
• Good with people?
• Dependable and punctual?
• Customer-centric?
• Not afraid of hard work?
• Aligned with our core values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion?
• Able to work with a team, and also self-motivate?
• Able to routinely stack, lift and sort boxes and individual donations which may be up to or over 50 lbs?
• Able to work in our part-time in our 51st St. location?
• Passionate about animals and excited to work for an organization that saves lives!?
If so, this is the job for you!
About the Job:
• Assist customers in all aspects of service and create enhanced shopping experiences
• Support volunteers in feeling “part of the team” and allowing the most dedicated ones to have ownership over areas that they can leverage
• Greet donors and help them with their incoming donations
• Resolve customer complaints in a fair and impartial matter referring all unsettled disputes to the Store Manager
• Answer the phone and be friendly and helpful to all incoming phone calls
• Be knowledgeable of and perform sales support functions related to point-of-sale procedures and cash transactions
• Maintain the general appearance of stores and premises according to APA! Thrift standards
• Open and close the store as necessary
• May be responsible for activities in the absence of the Store Manager; ie, act as the manager on duty in the event that a managerial decision needs to be made relating to pricing, urgent maintenance issues, etc.
Benefits/Perks:
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized veterinary and pet discount program
• First pick on all incoming merchandise
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
• Opportunity to grow in a rapidly-expanding organization!
Equal Employment Opportunities & Accommodations Statement:
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to... be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work. To read more about APA!’s lifesaving programs, click here: https://www.austinpetsalive.org/about/our-story
APA! Thrift began in May 2017 with its 1st thrift store location on Burnet Rd. Today, we have 3 boutique-style locations, selling high quality new and gently used items for low prices. All net proceeds directly support the innovative lifesaving programs of Austin Pets Alive!
• **************
Are you…
• Available to work any day of the week from 11-7?
• Experienced in retail and/or customer service? (Cash-handling or merchandising experience is a bonus!)
• Good with people?
• Dependable and punctual?
• Customer-centric?
• Not afraid of hard work?
• Aligned with our core values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion?
• Able to work with a team, and also self-motivate?
• Able to routinely stack, lift and sort boxes and individual donations which may be up to or over 50 lbs?
• Able to work in our part-time in our 51st St. location?
• Passionate about animals and excited to work for an organization that saves lives!?
If so, this is the job for you!
About the Job:
• Assist customers in all aspects of service and create enhanced shopping experiences
• Support volunteers in feeling “part of the team” and allowing the most dedicated ones to have ownership over areas that they can leverage
• Greet donors and help them with their incoming donations
• Resolve customer complaints in a fair and impartial matter referring all unsettled disputes to the Store Manager
• Answer the phone and be friendly and helpful to all incoming phone calls
• Be knowledgeable of and perform sales support functions related to point-of-sale procedures and cash transactions
• Maintain the general appearance of stores and premises according to APA! Thrift standards
• Open and close the store as necessary
• May be responsible for activities in the absence of the Store Manager; ie, act as the manager on duty in the event that a managerial decision needs to be made relating to pricing, urgent maintenance issues, etc.
Benefits/Perks:
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized veterinary and pet discount program
• First pick on all incoming merchandise
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
• Opportunity to grow in a rapidly-expanding organization!
Equal Employment Opportunities & Accommodations Statement:
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 17 an hour
Dog Placement Matchmaker
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting
Dog Placement Matchmaker
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The Dog Placement Matchmaker (MM) assists clients in finding the dog best suited to their home. But moreover, Matchmakers are representatives for the dogs—especially those often overlooked in the shelter environment. We use our knowledge of the individual dogs, behavior training and the rescue field to develop cutting-edge initiatives that help connect the dogs with the right people. Our primary goal is to reduce the length of stay for all dogs (with a focus on large-breed adult dogs), so we are constantly developing our methods and practices to push that number lower. This is a full-time, nonexempt position and reports to the Dog Placement Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Greet customers to ensure that every client has a welcoming and guided experience.
• Maintain active customer service throughout the entire 8-hour shift is a daily expectation
• Stays current on dogs both on site and in foster - update appropriate documents
• Provide guidance to clients in selecting the right dog for their home
• Stay up to date on relevant behavioral and health information and training plans for all onsite dogs
• Be comfortable discussing complex dog behaviors with clients in a vernacular that can be easily understood
• Ensure all required paperwork for adopters and fosters is completed accurately
• Educates adopters and fosters in order to be as successful as possible bringing home their new dog
• Coaches adopters and fosters on lower level behavioral and medical needs
• Review and analyze data for all onsite dogs
• Update compatibility scores and internal notes for all dogs when new information is available and ensure information is accurate on online profiles
• Create personalized kennel cards for all onsite dogs to aid clients in their search
• Communicate within the MM department and with other departments to ensure efficiency in assisting clients
• Respond to email inquiries from clients interested in onsite dogs or Matchmaking services in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure safe and productive interactions when introducing dogs to clients.
• Each Matchmaker is responsible for ensuring that they are aware of all applicable and available behavioral and health information that may affect their interactions when meeting new clients
• Use discretion to determine the best location and manner in which to present each dog to each client
• Conduct regular hands-on training sessions with onsite dogs
• Willingness to learn, and adherence to, APA’s methods of dog behavioral training, under the guidance and training of APA Behavior Team members
• Demonstrate confidence in discussing and demonstrating training and behavioral management methods to clients
• Develop, implement and maintain MM initiatives to increase the number of placements of adult large breed dogs into adoptive and/or foster homes
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with volunteers to increase volunteer retention on the team
• Recruit and train new MM volunteers
• Meet with advocates and dog-walking volunteers to discuss notes for marketing dogs
• Participate in proactive outreach to potential adopters and fosters
• Assist with daily tracking of appointments and initiatives
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to work remotely on occasion and demonstrate time management to complete job responsibilities
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS:
• Must be open and adaptable to new procedures and ways of working
• Must have experience working with dogs, and be able to handle large dogs safely
• Customer service experience is required
• Leadership experience or comparable is required
• Experience in dog behavior training is preferable
• Must be proficient with email, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary
• Must be available weekends and holidays
• Must embody APA!’s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time and work outdoors in all types of weather
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around the shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is normally performed onsite at APA!, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
• When onsite, potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
TIME COMMITMENT: This is a full-time, nonexempt position with an average of 40 hours per week. Shifts are 5 days in a row from 11am-7pm with one day being a Saturday or Sunday.
LOCATIONS:
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
BENEFITS:
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with an additional 5 days of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employees will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The Dog Placement Matchmaker (MM) assists clients in finding the dog best suited to their home. But moreover, Matchmakers are representatives for the dogs—especially those often overlooked in the shelter environment. We use our knowledge of the individual dogs, behavior training and the rescue field to develop cutting-edge initiatives that help connect the dogs with the right people. Our primary goal is to reduce the length of stay for all dogs (with a focus on large-breed adult dogs), so we are constantly developing our methods and practices to push that number lower. This is a full-time, nonexempt position and reports to the Dog Placement Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Greet customers to ensure that every client has a welcoming and guided experience.
• Maintain active customer service throughout the entire 8-hour shift is a daily expectation
• Stays current on dogs both on site and in foster - update appropriate documents
• Provide guidance to clients in selecting the right dog for their home
• Stay up to date on relevant behavioral and health information and training plans for all onsite dogs
• Be comfortable discussing complex dog behaviors with clients in a vernacular that can be easily understood
• Ensure all required paperwork for adopters and fosters is completed accurately
• Educates adopters and fosters in order to be as successful as possible bringing home their new dog
• Coaches adopters and fosters on lower level behavioral and medical needs
• Review and analyze data for all onsite dogs
• Update compatibility scores and internal notes for all dogs when new information is available and ensure information is accurate on online profiles
• Create personalized kennel cards for all onsite dogs to aid clients in their search
• Communicate within the MM department and with other departments to ensure efficiency in assisting clients
• Respond to email inquiries from clients interested in onsite dogs or Matchmaking services in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure safe and productive interactions when introducing dogs to clients.
• Each Matchmaker is responsible for ensuring that they are aware of all applicable and available behavioral and health information that may affect their interactions when meeting new clients
• Use discretion to determine the best location and manner in which to present each dog to each client
• Conduct regular hands-on training sessions with onsite dogs
• Willingness to learn, and adherence to, APA’s methods of dog behavioral training, under the guidance and training of APA Behavior Team members
• Demonstrate confidence in discussing and demonstrating training and behavioral management methods to clients
• Develop, implement and maintain MM initiatives to increase the number of placements of adult large breed dogs into adoptive and/or foster homes
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with volunteers to increase volunteer retention on the team
• Recruit and train new MM volunteers
• Meet with advocates and dog-walking volunteers to discuss notes for marketing dogs
• Participate in proactive outreach to potential adopters and fosters
• Assist with daily tracking of appointments and initiatives
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to work remotely on occasion and demonstrate time management to complete job responsibilities
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS:
• Must be open and adaptable to new procedures and ways of working
• Must have experience working with dogs, and be able to handle large dogs safely
• Customer service experience is required
• Leadership experience or comparable is required
• Experience in dog behavior training is preferable
• Must be proficient with email, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary
• Must be available weekends and holidays
• Must embody APA!’s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time and work outdoors in all types of weather
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around the shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is normally performed onsite at APA!, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
• When onsite, potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
TIME COMMITMENT: This is a full-time, nonexempt position with an average of 40 hours per week. Shifts are 5 days in a row from 11am-7pm with one day being a Saturday or Sunday.
LOCATIONS:
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
BENEFITS:
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with an additional 5 days of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employees will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
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posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Dog Foster Placement Coordinator
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most... at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill
Dog Foster Placement Coordinator
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most... at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!’s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
POSITION SUMMARY/OVERVIEW: The Dog Foster Placement Specialist works closely with animal shelters around the State of Texas to advocate for their dogs at highest risk of euthanasia. This role requires an organized, empathetic candidate who is familiar with a fast-paced work environment and who can provide excellent customer service to both APA!'s rescue partners and foster base.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Reviewing emails from our partner shelters with information about dogs at-risk for upcoming euthanasia
• Writing daily “pleas” to fosters with information about the dogs that need immediate placement
• Handling foster dog intakes and handoffs to foster parents.
• Handling animals that may have parasites or contagious diseases, taking the proper precautions to prevent the spread of disease, and educating fosters thereon.
• Coordinating with the Intake Coordinator, the Behavior Team, the Medical Team, and rescue partners to maximize placement of dogs in foster, with a special emphasis on big dogs, behavior dogs, and medical dogs.
• Working with fosters/potential fosters to match them with appropriate dogs
• Recruiting and training foster parents, with a special emphasis on behavioral and medical specialized fosters.
• Recruiting, training, and scheduling DFP volunteers
• Leading and participating in foster committees and other groups.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & EXPECTATIONS:
• Proficiency with the Google suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Spreadsheets, Google Drive, Google Groups).
• A balance of empathy, and the thick skin required to handle emotionally challenging situations
• Dog handling experience or willingness to handle/walk/carry dogs.
• Attention to detail and superior organization skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive, team-oriented, supportive attitude.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to problem-solve.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
• Management experience or other experience related to supervising staff/volunteers and/or project management.
• Experience as a foster parent and basic dog knowledge.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus!
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS :
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and inclement weather
• Must be able to comfortably interact with cats/dogs of various health levels, including cats who may carry zoonotic diseases such as ringworm, scabies, intestinal parasites, etc.
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Must be able to pass all required dog handling training required for this position
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Standard office environment, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises.
• Exposure to bites, scratches and animal waste
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
• Potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
TIME COMMITMENT: This is a full-time, exempt position with an average of 40 hours per week.
EXPECTED SCHEDULE: 5 days per week, 11am-7pm, including one weekend day
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the Dog Placement Manager (Foster), or another individual designated by APA!.
LOCATIONS:
• 4 days at APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• 1 day remote (after training has been completed)
BENEFITS:
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 6 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with a third week of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employee’s will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most... at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!’s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
POSITION SUMMARY/OVERVIEW: The Dog Foster Placement Specialist works closely with animal shelters around the State of Texas to advocate for their dogs at highest risk of euthanasia. This role requires an organized, empathetic candidate who is familiar with a fast-paced work environment and who can provide excellent customer service to both APA!'s rescue partners and foster base.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Reviewing emails from our partner shelters with information about dogs at-risk for upcoming euthanasia
• Writing daily “pleas” to fosters with information about the dogs that need immediate placement
• Handling foster dog intakes and handoffs to foster parents.
• Handling animals that may have parasites or contagious diseases, taking the proper precautions to prevent the spread of disease, and educating fosters thereon.
• Coordinating with the Intake Coordinator, the Behavior Team, the Medical Team, and rescue partners to maximize placement of dogs in foster, with a special emphasis on big dogs, behavior dogs, and medical dogs.
• Working with fosters/potential fosters to match them with appropriate dogs
• Recruiting and training foster parents, with a special emphasis on behavioral and medical specialized fosters.
• Recruiting, training, and scheduling DFP volunteers
• Leading and participating in foster committees and other groups.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & EXPECTATIONS:
• Proficiency with the Google suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Spreadsheets, Google Drive, Google Groups).
• A balance of empathy, and the thick skin required to handle emotionally challenging situations
• Dog handling experience or willingness to handle/walk/carry dogs.
• Attention to detail and superior organization skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive, team-oriented, supportive attitude.
• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to problem-solve.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
• Management experience or other experience related to supervising staff/volunteers and/or project management.
• Experience as a foster parent and basic dog knowledge.
• Spanish language proficiency is a plus!
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS :
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and inclement weather
• Must be able to comfortably interact with cats/dogs of various health levels, including cats who may carry zoonotic diseases such as ringworm, scabies, intestinal parasites, etc.
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Must be able to pass all required dog handling training required for this position
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Standard office environment, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises.
• Exposure to bites, scratches and animal waste
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
• Potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
TIME COMMITMENT: This is a full-time, exempt position with an average of 40 hours per week.
EXPECTED SCHEDULE: 5 days per week, 11am-7pm, including one weekend day
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the Dog Placement Manager (Foster), or another individual designated by APA!.
LOCATIONS:
• 4 days at APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• 1 day remote (after training has been completed)
BENEFITS:
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 6 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with a third week of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employee’s will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
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posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 17 an hour
Background:
The Dog Programs at Austin Pets Alive! serve a vital part of the No Kill movement in Austin and the surrounding regions by developing models for identifying and rescuing at-risk dogs, caring for medically and behaviorally challenged dogs in an effective, humane, and respectful manner, and supporting these dogs through adoption and in their new homes. The Dog Care Manager assists in... these goals by overseeing the teams directly responsible
Background:
The Dog Programs at Austin Pets Alive! serve a vital part of the No Kill movement in Austin and the surrounding regions by developing models for identifying and rescuing at-risk dogs, caring for medically and behaviorally challenged dogs in an effective, humane, and respectful manner, and supporting these dogs through adoption and in their new homes. The Dog Care Manager assists in... these goals by overseeing the teams directly responsible for carrying out the daily duties associated with the care and well-being of each resident dog and by functioning as the interface between dog care and other aspects of the Austin Pets Alive! mission.
Summary:To learn about what it's like to work on our dog team, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFd-PLf_viM
The basic function of the TLAC Care Specialist is to assist in the care and management of the dogs. The key functions of the TLAC Care Specialist include fitting them for appropriate gear, overseeing the wellness of the dogs through daily checklists, meeting the established Dog Care expectations, and ensuring all TLAC dogs are walked/go to playgroup at least two outings per day. THIS POSITION WILL START AS A FLOATER - TRAINED IN ALL DOG CARE POSITIONS AND ABLE TO MOVE WHERE NEEDED.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Walk dogs and take dogs to playgroup twice a day.
• Assist where needed in the administration of medications, preventatives, and intake.
• Keep a watchful eye on the dogs throughout the day and communicate any concerns about their health/welfare to the manager immediately.
• Ensure kennel care is appropriate for the weather (heat is working/misters and fans are working)
• Provide kennel care such as water, blankets, enrichment toys.
• Take dogs into the clinic for appointments, tests, etc.
• Work with the behavior team to fit dogs with appropriate equipment and behavior levels.
• Do meet and greets with potential adopter dogs and TLAC dogs.
• Clean kennels as needed on every shift - Fill Care Tech role
• Feed every dog - Fill Care Tech role
• Medicate and Intake dogs - Fill Medical Specialist role
Physical Job Requirements
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and inclement weather
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to pass all levels of the dog walking training
• Must be able to handle large dogs and follow the rules according to the established protocols
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma required
• Some animal care experience required
• Computer literate; must have internet access; must be familiar with Google products, spreadsheets. This position requires a quick response via email and/or phone daily.
• Able to effectively communicate and collaborate well with a broad population including fosters, volunteers, and staff. Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills required.
• Able to work on varied days with a varied schedule, including work on weekends and holidays.
• Able to be receptive and open-minded to change, progress, and growth of the Care program.
• Comfortable with working in an emotionally charged environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with passionate people
• Drive to provide excellent customer service to all visitors and stakeholders
• Ability to effectively resolve conflict
• Committed to APA!’s mission and a strong desire to work with the Dog Program and increase its life-saving capacity.
Expectations:
• Be an active part of a cohesive care team that interacts professionally with all members of the organization and represents APA! in an exemplary manner expected from the leading animal shelter in the country
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
Time Commitment:
This is a full-time position of 40+ hours weekly. Will include weekends and on-call time as required.
Location:
Town Lake Animal Center (TLAC) Campus, located at 1156 West Cesar Chavez, Austin, Texas 78703
Benefits/Perks:
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized PAWP pet insurance
• First pick on all incoming merchandise
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
• Opportunity to grow in a rapidly-expanding organization!
• Most of our benefits, including medical, available on Day 1 Show more details...
The Dog Programs at Austin Pets Alive! serve a vital part of the No Kill movement in Austin and the surrounding regions by developing models for identifying and rescuing at-risk dogs, caring for medically and behaviorally challenged dogs in an effective, humane, and respectful manner, and supporting these dogs through adoption and in their new homes. The Dog Care Manager assists in... these goals by overseeing the teams directly responsible for carrying out the daily duties associated with the care and well-being of each resident dog and by functioning as the interface between dog care and other aspects of the Austin Pets Alive! mission.
Summary:To learn about what it's like to work on our dog team, watch this video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFd-PLf_viM
The basic function of the TLAC Care Specialist is to assist in the care and management of the dogs. The key functions of the TLAC Care Specialist include fitting them for appropriate gear, overseeing the wellness of the dogs through daily checklists, meeting the established Dog Care expectations, and ensuring all TLAC dogs are walked/go to playgroup at least two outings per day. THIS POSITION WILL START AS A FLOATER - TRAINED IN ALL DOG CARE POSITIONS AND ABLE TO MOVE WHERE NEEDED.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Walk dogs and take dogs to playgroup twice a day.
• Assist where needed in the administration of medications, preventatives, and intake.
• Keep a watchful eye on the dogs throughout the day and communicate any concerns about their health/welfare to the manager immediately.
• Ensure kennel care is appropriate for the weather (heat is working/misters and fans are working)
• Provide kennel care such as water, blankets, enrichment toys.
• Take dogs into the clinic for appointments, tests, etc.
• Work with the behavior team to fit dogs with appropriate equipment and behavior levels.
• Do meet and greets with potential adopter dogs and TLAC dogs.
• Clean kennels as needed on every shift - Fill Care Tech role
• Feed every dog - Fill Care Tech role
• Medicate and Intake dogs - Fill Medical Specialist role
Physical Job Requirements
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and inclement weather
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to pass all levels of the dog walking training
• Must be able to handle large dogs and follow the rules according to the established protocols
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma required
• Some animal care experience required
• Computer literate; must have internet access; must be familiar with Google products, spreadsheets. This position requires a quick response via email and/or phone daily.
• Able to effectively communicate and collaborate well with a broad population including fosters, volunteers, and staff. Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills required.
• Able to work on varied days with a varied schedule, including work on weekends and holidays.
• Able to be receptive and open-minded to change, progress, and growth of the Care program.
• Comfortable with working in an emotionally charged environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with passionate people
• Drive to provide excellent customer service to all visitors and stakeholders
• Ability to effectively resolve conflict
• Committed to APA!’s mission and a strong desire to work with the Dog Program and increase its life-saving capacity.
Expectations:
• Be an active part of a cohesive care team that interacts professionally with all members of the organization and represents APA! in an exemplary manner expected from the leading animal shelter in the country
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
Time Commitment:
This is a full-time position of 40+ hours weekly. Will include weekends and on-call time as required.
Location:
Town Lake Animal Center (TLAC) Campus, located at 1156 West Cesar Chavez, Austin, Texas 78703
Benefits/Perks:
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized PAWP pet insurance
• First pick on all incoming merchandise
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
• Opportunity to grow in a rapidly-expanding organization!
• Most of our benefits, including medical, available on Day 1 Show more details...
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posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Dog Care Technician
About Us...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization rescues, treats, and adopts out over 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. While the organization is still distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, community-based animal
Dog Care Technician
About Us...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization rescues, treats, and adopts out over 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. While the organization is still distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, community-based animal rescue work, APA! also has a national reputation for excellence in lifesaving programs and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare.
About The Position:
Our kennel technicians are our early morning heroes. They are the first on site, to ensure the animals in our care are thriving in safe and clean environments. They are the first line of defense in checking animals' wellbeing, ensuring they have plenty of water, meals and a clean environment. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, and make the pups morning, with a smile and some grit!?”
• “Muck out” our dogs kennels daily (this is not glamorous, but it is THE most important job at APA!)
• Spot-clean kennels as necessary
• Report any medical concerns to appropriate staff.
• SCHEDULE: 4 days/week, from 6am-4pm. Early birds rejoice!
Why Should You Apply?
• Compensation: $17/hr
• YOU GET TO BE AROUND OUR PUPS ALL DAY!
• 3 days off every week, with consistent hours!
• Great place to get in on the front lines to build your career in animal welfare!
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all APA store items
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
We’re looking for someone who…
• Is not afraid to get dirty! (Seriously.)
• Can handle working in the (Texas) elements!
• Takes pride in a job well done
• Genuinely cares about the well-being the dogs in our care
• Can hustle!
• Can work well with little supervision
Interested?
• Please read our full job description at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bp_qZlOGKAYWqkYocoC8OOL10az0jo03lx0T_ZgHTAc/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on Indeed, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/CjqrF We look forward to hearing from you Show more details...
About Us...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization rescues, treats, and adopts out over 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. While the organization is still distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, community-based animal rescue work, APA! also has a national reputation for excellence in lifesaving programs and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare.
About The Position:
Our kennel technicians are our early morning heroes. They are the first on site, to ensure the animals in our care are thriving in safe and clean environments. They are the first line of defense in checking animals' wellbeing, ensuring they have plenty of water, meals and a clean environment. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves, and make the pups morning, with a smile and some grit!?”
• “Muck out” our dogs kennels daily (this is not glamorous, but it is THE most important job at APA!)
• Spot-clean kennels as necessary
• Report any medical concerns to appropriate staff.
• SCHEDULE: 4 days/week, from 6am-4pm. Early birds rejoice!
Why Should You Apply?
• Compensation: $17/hr
• YOU GET TO BE AROUND OUR PUPS ALL DAY!
• 3 days off every week, with consistent hours!
• Great place to get in on the front lines to build your career in animal welfare!
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all APA store items
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
We’re looking for someone who…
• Is not afraid to get dirty! (Seriously.)
• Can handle working in the (Texas) elements!
• Takes pride in a job well done
• Genuinely cares about the well-being the dogs in our care
• Can hustle!
• Can work well with little supervision
Interested?
• Please read our full job description at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bp_qZlOGKAYWqkYocoC8OOL10az0jo03lx0T_ZgHTAc/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on Indeed, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/CjqrF We look forward to hearing from you Show more details...
via LinkedIn
schedule_type: Full-timesalary: 18 an hour
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill... city, while also assisting other communities
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill... city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work. The organization continues to innovate best practices to save sheltered lives and teaches its renowned no kill lifesaving model to 400 students annually, who attend apprenticeships at APA!’s Maddie’s® Lifesaving Academy, and to hundreds of animal welfare professionals who attend the organization’s annual American Pets Alive! conference.
The basic function of this position is to support the Dog Behavior Adoption Liaison. The goal of this position is to give adopters and fosters more hands on support and training prior to taking one of our dogs home, provide more concise and timely assistance to our adoptions staff and allow the other members of the behavior staff to focus on behavior modification, training, assessments, volunteer support and playgroup. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. This position will be an assistant to the Dog Behavior Adoption Liaison and reports directly to the Dog Behavior Placement Manager.
Essential Functions
• Conduct and document required behavior consults during the adoption or foster process
• Conduct and document initial introductions to potential adopters and fosters for dogs that require Behavior Staff support
• Facilitate dog/dog meet and greets that require Behavior Staff support
• Answer questions, give updates and communicate with the matchmaker, foster and adoption teams about dog’s scores, home setups, approvals for exceptions and special cases
• Speak with adopters that need to return a dog
• Conduct introductory or basic pre-adopt/pre-foster training sessions in the moment when time allows including basic TOP and leash skills demo, introduction to muzzle desensitization, tie-down exercises, friendly stranger greetings, etc. and can occur in conjunction with the behavior consult if possible
• Oversee the pre-adopt/pre-foster training list and coordinate communications with the Behavior Staff member responsible for further pre-adopt/foster sessions
• Assist onsite behavior training team with behavior walks/feeds, playgroup sessions, playgroup assessments and behavior modification with dogs when time allows
• Complete administrative tasks related to all of the above
Other Functions
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, And EXPECTATIONS
• At least one (1) year of experience working or volunteering in an animal shelter
• Familiarity with the Dogs Playing for Life Program is desirable
• Must be comfortable and confident in ability to handle and train large, strong dogs
• Must be self-motivated and efficient
• Must be able to work and move at a fast pace, make decisions and respond to communications in a direct and timely manner
• Must demonstrate excellent people skills
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Commitment to APA!’s no-kill mission and values of seeing all dogs as individuals and utilizing a comprehensive approach to training
Physical Job Requirements
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, and inclement weather
Work Environment
• This is a hybrid position. Some work can be performed at home while other work is performed at APA!, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Work may be performed both inside and outside
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise as well as potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
LOCATION(S):
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• Some remote work possible
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
Compensation And Benefits
This is a Medical Grade 2, Level 1 position with a starting hourly pay rate of $18.00/hour.
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with an additional 5 days of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employee’s will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
The basic function of this position is to support the Dog Behavior Adoption Liaison. The goal of this position is to give adopters and fosters more hands on support and training prior to taking one of our dogs home, provide more concise and timely assistance to our adoptions staff and allow the other members of the behavior staff to focus on behavior modification, training, assessments, volunteer support and playgroup. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. This position will be an assistant to the Dog Behavior Adoption Liaison and reports directly to the Dog Behavior Placement Manager.
Essential Functions
• Conduct and document required behavior consults during the adoption or foster process
• Conduct and document initial introductions to potential adopters and fosters for dogs that require Behavior Staff support
• Facilitate dog/dog meet and greets that require Behavior Staff support
• Answer questions, give updates and communicate with the matchmaker, foster and adoption teams about dog’s scores, home setups, approvals for exceptions and special cases
• Speak with adopters that need to return a dog
• Conduct introductory or basic pre-adopt/pre-foster training sessions in the moment when time allows including basic TOP and leash skills demo, introduction to muzzle desensitization, tie-down exercises, friendly stranger greetings, etc. and can occur in conjunction with the behavior consult if possible
• Oversee the pre-adopt/pre-foster training list and coordinate communications with the Behavior Staff member responsible for further pre-adopt/foster sessions
• Assist onsite behavior training team with behavior walks/feeds, playgroup sessions, playgroup assessments and behavior modification with dogs when time allows
• Complete administrative tasks related to all of the above
Other Functions
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, And EXPECTATIONS
• At least one (1) year of experience working or volunteering in an animal shelter
• Familiarity with the Dogs Playing for Life Program is desirable
• Must be comfortable and confident in ability to handle and train large, strong dogs
• Must be self-motivated and efficient
• Must be able to work and move at a fast pace, make decisions and respond to communications in a direct and timely manner
• Must demonstrate excellent people skills
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Commitment to APA!’s no-kill mission and values of seeing all dogs as individuals and utilizing a comprehensive approach to training
Physical Job Requirements
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, and inclement weather
Work Environment
• This is a hybrid position. Some work can be performed at home while other work is performed at APA!, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Work may be performed both inside and outside
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise as well as potential for animal bites and scratches and diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
LOCATION(S):
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• Some remote work possible
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
Compensation And Benefits
This is a Medical Grade 2, Level 1 position with a starting hourly pay rate of $18.00/hour.
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with an additional 5 days of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employee’s will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
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posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Director of Philanthropy, Campaigns and Events
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each
Director of Philanthropy, Campaigns and Events
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each year, while providing support to the humans who love them. We have also received public recognition for our professional expertise in areas such as philanthropy, marketing, shelter operations, and more!
Not only have we celebrated 100,000 lives saved in 2022, we have built a sustainable model in Austin that has led the way for our city becoming the largest No Kill city in the country. After more than a decade of success, we are teaching other shelters and organizations how to follow our lifesaving formula.
APA!, and its sub-brands American Pets Alive! (AmPA!), Texas Pets Alive! (TPA!), and Human Animal Support Services (HASS), have grown tremendously over the years, and have influenced animal welfare legislation, established animal sheltering best practices, and reimagined human animal support services across the nation.
About The Position:
The Director of Philanthropy, Campaigns and Events, is an adept project and people manager with experience running successful multichannel fundraising campaigns. The Director plans and project manages a robust calendar of appeals, and supports the development and execution of fundraising events. You’ll be working with a team of more than a dozen philanthropy and marketing professionals to leverage support through our mass channels. If you are a creative and logical thinker, an organized and flexible project manager, and an experienced people manager who can mentor fundraisers in different roles and stages of their careers, this may be the role for you!
You will:
• Think creatively and strategically about how to meet ambitious revenue goals related to mass fundraising campaigns, specific project chip-ins, tribute and on-site giving, and recurring donors.
• Develop and implement strategies to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors below $1,000; lead the planning and execution of a robust and meaningful stewardship calendar for donors at this level.
• Manage and mentor four staff members: a philanthropy communications specialist, a recurring giving specialist, a philanthropy coordinator, and a data entry specialist.
Why Should You Apply?
• You’re a natural project manager and have never found a spreadsheet you didn’t like (at least after a few edits)
• You’re an effective communicator who enjoys collaborating with others and are ready for the next step in your career
• You have an authentic passion for animals and animal welfare and want to join an organization that will encourage well-considered, out-of-the-box thinking
• Compensation: Based on experience
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20%+ Employee Discount on all APA! thrift store items and online retail merchandise
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
What We’re Looking For:
Required:
• Five or more years experience in Philanthropy with a record of progressive and successful fundraising, or equivalent experience
• Proven success in mounting mass fundraising campaigns and evidence of being a strong storyteller and project manager
• A thorough understanding of and skill in digital fundraising (including email, social media, and websites) and knowledge of how to track performance for digital campaigns
• A willingness to learn about trends and tools in charitable giving and an eagerness to test them out
• An experienced and enthusiastic people manager who can inspire and lead a team
• Experience analyzing donation data and segmenting donors
Preferred:
• Background in marketing and demonstrated leadership of large-scale annual fundraising campaigns
• Thorough understanding of direct mail campaigns
• Experience with donor management systems and email marketing platforms
• Diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives! Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Interested?
• Please read our full job description here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cPDwTzoDvORde8PG4y4-TFJC1KuB3UNDNUgLzKRWQFI/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on this website, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/uFUPc
• We look forward to hearing from you Show more details...
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each year, while providing support to the humans who love them. We have also received public recognition for our professional expertise in areas such as philanthropy, marketing, shelter operations, and more!
Not only have we celebrated 100,000 lives saved in 2022, we have built a sustainable model in Austin that has led the way for our city becoming the largest No Kill city in the country. After more than a decade of success, we are teaching other shelters and organizations how to follow our lifesaving formula.
APA!, and its sub-brands American Pets Alive! (AmPA!), Texas Pets Alive! (TPA!), and Human Animal Support Services (HASS), have grown tremendously over the years, and have influenced animal welfare legislation, established animal sheltering best practices, and reimagined human animal support services across the nation.
About The Position:
The Director of Philanthropy, Campaigns and Events, is an adept project and people manager with experience running successful multichannel fundraising campaigns. The Director plans and project manages a robust calendar of appeals, and supports the development and execution of fundraising events. You’ll be working with a team of more than a dozen philanthropy and marketing professionals to leverage support through our mass channels. If you are a creative and logical thinker, an organized and flexible project manager, and an experienced people manager who can mentor fundraisers in different roles and stages of their careers, this may be the role for you!
You will:
• Think creatively and strategically about how to meet ambitious revenue goals related to mass fundraising campaigns, specific project chip-ins, tribute and on-site giving, and recurring donors.
• Develop and implement strategies to acquire, retain, and upgrade donors below $1,000; lead the planning and execution of a robust and meaningful stewardship calendar for donors at this level.
• Manage and mentor four staff members: a philanthropy communications specialist, a recurring giving specialist, a philanthropy coordinator, and a data entry specialist.
Why Should You Apply?
• You’re a natural project manager and have never found a spreadsheet you didn’t like (at least after a few edits)
• You’re an effective communicator who enjoys collaborating with others and are ready for the next step in your career
• You have an authentic passion for animals and animal welfare and want to join an organization that will encourage well-considered, out-of-the-box thinking
• Compensation: Based on experience
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20%+ Employee Discount on all APA! thrift store items and online retail merchandise
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
What We’re Looking For:
Required:
• Five or more years experience in Philanthropy with a record of progressive and successful fundraising, or equivalent experience
• Proven success in mounting mass fundraising campaigns and evidence of being a strong storyteller and project manager
• A thorough understanding of and skill in digital fundraising (including email, social media, and websites) and knowledge of how to track performance for digital campaigns
• A willingness to learn about trends and tools in charitable giving and an eagerness to test them out
• An experienced and enthusiastic people manager who can inspire and lead a team
• Experience analyzing donation data and segmenting donors
Preferred:
• Background in marketing and demonstrated leadership of large-scale annual fundraising campaigns
• Thorough understanding of direct mail campaigns
• Experience with donor management systems and email marketing platforms
• Diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives! Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Interested?
• Please read our full job description here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cPDwTzoDvORde8PG4y4-TFJC1KuB3UNDNUgLzKRWQFI/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on this website, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/uFUPc
• We look forward to hearing from you Show more details...
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posted_at: 13 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Shelter Population Coordinator
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk... shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill
Shelter Population Coordinator
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk... shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!’s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
POSITION SUMMARY/OVERVIEW:
The Shelter Population Coordinator will help ensure efficient movement of cats and dogs through the shelter and into a foster or adoption placement. Their overall goal is to reduce the length of stay in the shelter for most animals by identifying challenges to movement and working with team managers to provide and implement solutions. As APA! shifts to a foster-centric model, the Population Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring that all shelter animals in need are moving quickly to the most appropriate placement.
The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented with strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. They should be able to maintain organization in fast-paced environments, with a desire to solve problems quickly and collaboratively. They will have a thorough understanding of what ideal movement through the shelter looks like and what information, data, and processes can best facilitate rapid home placements. Comparative experience in other industries may include project/program management, client relations, database management, or other related roles.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Oversee process for and completion of daily shelter population and kennel inventory rounds, including escalation of concerns to appropriate managers
• Work closely with various team managers to ensure timely and thorough data entry and updates in the shelter records system at every stage
• Oversee Care Pathways program, including maintaining processes for identifying animals needing additional support and managing CP volunteers
• Help identify opportunities for improvement in processes or policies that can aid in faster placement of animals into appropriate foster or adopter homes
• Review notes for animals returning to shelter and offer considerations for future placements
• Facilitate ongoing data reporting to identify and implement goals, procedures, and systems needed to improve efficacy and efficiency of lifesaving
• Develop mastery of ShelterLuv software to support goals
• Support a culture of urgency and excellent team work
• Other work and projects will be assigned by the Admissions Manager as needed
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with all program managers, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Partner with Volunteer Managers to learn about the volunteer programs and manage volunteers interested in your department on an ongoing basis
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & EXPECTATIONS:
• At least one (1) year of experience working in an animal shelter, rescue, medical clinic, or other related agency; with an understanding of high-volume population movement and management
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Demonstrated persistence with key stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify areas of opportunity, develop and implement solutions, and improve processes
• Demonstrated ability to collect, sort, and analyze data to aid in decision-making
• Strong computer literacy, including internet-based applications and Google Workspace applications; experience with ShelterLuv software a plus
• Working knowledge of dog and cat handling and behavior, including pets with challenging temperaments and with severe health conditions
• Ability to quickly learn and communicate APA! policies, protocols, and procedures regarding intake, medical care, and placement
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with others in high stress situations
• Ability to quickly adapt to unexpected changes in plans and circumstances
• Must embody APA!'s core values of innovation, respect, drive, resourcefulness, and inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and in inclement weather
• Must be able to comfortably interact with cats/dogs of various health levels, including those who may carry zoonotic diseases such as ringworm, scabies, intestinal parasites, etc.
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump, and complete all required dog and cat handling training
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Will sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, stoop, bend, stretch, squat, kneel, grasp, grip, put fingers together firmly and reach above and below shoulder level, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds for situations of moving supplies or animals; repetitively use hands to operate computers; flex the neck upward and downward; twist the neck and the waist.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Standard shared office environment, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Work is often performed inside, but some outside work is required
• Weekend and occasional after-hours work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises
• Potential exposure to bites, scratches, and contagious or zoonotic diseases
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports directly to the Admissions Manager. They will supervise a team of volunteers who work primarily remotely.
This position also works closely with team managers across several departments, including dog, cat, neonatal, foster, clinic, and more.
LOCATION(S):
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• APA! Tarrytown, Windsor Road, Austin, TX
• May travel to offsite APA! locations or partner locations as needed
TIME COMMITMENT:
This is a full-time, exempt position with an average of 40 hours per week. Typical schedule is five 8-hour days, including one weekend day.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a Grade 2, Level 1 position with a starting annual salary of $40,000.
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with a third week of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employees will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
APA! BACKGROUND: Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin’s most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin’s most at-risk... shelter pets, which helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!’s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
POSITION SUMMARY/OVERVIEW:
The Shelter Population Coordinator will help ensure efficient movement of cats and dogs through the shelter and into a foster or adoption placement. Their overall goal is to reduce the length of stay in the shelter for most animals by identifying challenges to movement and working with team managers to provide and implement solutions. As APA! shifts to a foster-centric model, the Population Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring that all shelter animals in need are moving quickly to the most appropriate placement.
The ideal candidate for this role is detail-oriented with strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. They should be able to maintain organization in fast-paced environments, with a desire to solve problems quickly and collaboratively. They will have a thorough understanding of what ideal movement through the shelter looks like and what information, data, and processes can best facilitate rapid home placements. Comparative experience in other industries may include project/program management, client relations, database management, or other related roles.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Oversee process for and completion of daily shelter population and kennel inventory rounds, including escalation of concerns to appropriate managers
• Work closely with various team managers to ensure timely and thorough data entry and updates in the shelter records system at every stage
• Oversee Care Pathways program, including maintaining processes for identifying animals needing additional support and managing CP volunteers
• Help identify opportunities for improvement in processes or policies that can aid in faster placement of animals into appropriate foster or adopter homes
• Review notes for animals returning to shelter and offer considerations for future placements
• Facilitate ongoing data reporting to identify and implement goals, procedures, and systems needed to improve efficacy and efficiency of lifesaving
• Develop mastery of ShelterLuv software to support goals
• Support a culture of urgency and excellent team work
• Other work and projects will be assigned by the Admissions Manager as needed
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with all program managers, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Partner with Volunteer Managers to learn about the volunteer programs and manage volunteers interested in your department on an ongoing basis
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, & EXPECTATIONS:
• At least one (1) year of experience working in an animal shelter, rescue, medical clinic, or other related agency; with an understanding of high-volume population movement and management
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Demonstrated persistence with key stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify areas of opportunity, develop and implement solutions, and improve processes
• Demonstrated ability to collect, sort, and analyze data to aid in decision-making
• Strong computer literacy, including internet-based applications and Google Workspace applications; experience with ShelterLuv software a plus
• Working knowledge of dog and cat handling and behavior, including pets with challenging temperaments and with severe health conditions
• Ability to quickly learn and communicate APA! policies, protocols, and procedures regarding intake, medical care, and placement
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with others in high stress situations
• Ability to quickly adapt to unexpected changes in plans and circumstances
• Must embody APA!'s core values of innovation, respect, drive, resourcefulness, and inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to work around animals (including diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive animals), loud noises, chlorine or other chemicals, and in inclement weather
• Must be able to comfortably interact with cats/dogs of various health levels, including those who may carry zoonotic diseases such as ringworm, scabies, intestinal parasites, etc.
• Must be able to walk big dogs that pull and jump, and complete all required dog and cat handling training
• Able to be on your feet for multiple hours of the day
• Must be able to visually observe people and animals from up to 150 feet away
• Ability to hear normal speech at close contact and shouting up to 150 feet away with the ability to hear and discern dog vocalizations both soft and loud
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to focus in a loud and busy environment despite distractions
• Must be able to walk around shelter as needed - uneven ground, keeping a safe distance from dogs and handlers
• Will sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, stoop, bend, stretch, squat, kneel, grasp, grip, put fingers together firmly and reach above and below shoulder level, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds and push and pull up to 50 pounds for situations of moving supplies or animals; repetitively use hands to operate computers; flex the neck upward and downward; twist the neck and the waist.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Standard shared office environment, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Work is often performed inside, but some outside work is required
• Weekend and occasional after-hours work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises
• Potential exposure to bites, scratches, and contagious or zoonotic diseases
• Rapid pace with exposure to potential hazards including animal waste, disinfectants, and high levels of noise
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
This position reports directly to the Admissions Manager. They will supervise a team of volunteers who work primarily remotely.
This position also works closely with team managers across several departments, including dog, cat, neonatal, foster, clinic, and more.
LOCATION(S):
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• APA! Tarrytown, Windsor Road, Austin, TX
• May travel to offsite APA! locations or partner locations as needed
TIME COMMITMENT:
This is a full-time, exempt position with an average of 40 hours per week. Typical schedule is five 8-hour days, including one weekend day.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a Grade 2, Level 1 position with a starting annual salary of $40,000.
Austin Pets Alive! is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including up to 95% subsidy on employer sponsored medical coverage, subsidized and voluntary life insurance, voluntary dental, vision and short term disability options, all effective the first day of employment. We also offer voluntary wellness and emergency sick plans, up to 2% match on 401(K) retirement plan, supplemental benefits, subsidized pet insurance, flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days paid time off during the first year of employment, with a third week of PTO accrual upon completion of 12 months of employment. Employees will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!’s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation Show more details...
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posted_at: 12 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Controller
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each year, while providing support to the
Controller
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each year, while providing support to the humans who love them. We have also received public recognition for our professional expertise in areas such as philanthropy, marketing, shelter operations and more!
Not only have we celebrated 100,000 lives saved in 2022, we have built a sustainable model in Austin that has led the way for our city becoming the largest No Kill city in the country. After more than a decade of success, we are teaching other shelters and organizations how to follow our life saving formula.
APA!, and its sub-brands American Pets Alive! (AmPA!), Texas Pets Alive! (TPA!) and Human Animal Support Services (HASS), have grown tremendously over the years, and have influenced animal welfare legislation, established animal sheltering best practices and reimagined human animal support services across the nation.
About The Position:
APA! is looking for a dynamic Controller to help us scale up our financial operations in support of our growth and our mission! Come join the CFO and the rest of the Finance team as we continue to build the financial foundation for APA! to grow to the next level. Your efforts will directly impact our programs that save the lives of pets and change the lives of families!
• Lead the accounting department, including supervision of staff and management of all accounting operations
• Identify and implement process improvements throughout the accounting and finance functions
• Partner with the CFO to develop and present monthly financial reports for the CEO, Board of Directors, and department leaders
• Lead annual audit external audit
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Protect assets by establishing and monitoring internal controls
• Flexible hybrid position with time for in-person collaboration and work from home
Why Should You Apply?
• Unique opportunity to help shape the financial future for an impactful mission-driven organization
• Use your experiences and expertise to drive improvements in financial reporting, processes, and controls
• Grow your career by being a part of a growing and evolving organization with a dynamic future
• Compensation: $95,000 - $100,000
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 8 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all APA store items
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
What We're Looking For:
• Passion for animal welfare
• Experienced accountant who wants to use their experiences and abilities to drive change and improvement in a growing finance department
• Proven ability to maintain positive relationships and the ability to be solution oriented
• Strong GAAP experience
• Passion for developing and training team members so that they grow in their careers
• Diverse backgrounds, identities and perspectives! Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Interested?
• Please read our full job description here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k0cY37Sy2SBIfDvClaEuWJaOlqf8xPJM8m3eYHo5sFg/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on this website, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/GZDHG
• We look forward to hearing from you!
Pay Range: $95,000 - $100,000 per hour Show more details...
About Us...
Would you like to be a part of making history? Austin Pets Alive (APA!) is a leading animal rescue and welfare organization. Reimagining animal services from our headquarters in Austin, Texas, we help communities throughout the nation! As a grassroots, revolutionary nonprofit organization, APA! creates and sustains innovative programs that save the lives of tens of thousands of pets each year, while providing support to the humans who love them. We have also received public recognition for our professional expertise in areas such as philanthropy, marketing, shelter operations and more!
Not only have we celebrated 100,000 lives saved in 2022, we have built a sustainable model in Austin that has led the way for our city becoming the largest No Kill city in the country. After more than a decade of success, we are teaching other shelters and organizations how to follow our life saving formula.
APA!, and its sub-brands American Pets Alive! (AmPA!), Texas Pets Alive! (TPA!) and Human Animal Support Services (HASS), have grown tremendously over the years, and have influenced animal welfare legislation, established animal sheltering best practices and reimagined human animal support services across the nation.
About The Position:
APA! is looking for a dynamic Controller to help us scale up our financial operations in support of our growth and our mission! Come join the CFO and the rest of the Finance team as we continue to build the financial foundation for APA! to grow to the next level. Your efforts will directly impact our programs that save the lives of pets and change the lives of families!
• Lead the accounting department, including supervision of staff and management of all accounting operations
• Identify and implement process improvements throughout the accounting and finance functions
• Partner with the CFO to develop and present monthly financial reports for the CEO, Board of Directors, and department leaders
• Lead annual audit external audit
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Protect assets by establishing and monitoring internal controls
• Flexible hybrid position with time for in-person collaboration and work from home
Why Should You Apply?
• Unique opportunity to help shape the financial future for an impactful mission-driven organization
• Use your experiences and expertise to drive improvements in financial reporting, processes, and controls
• Grow your career by being a part of a growing and evolving organization with a dynamic future
• Compensation: $95,000 - $100,000
• Up to 95% employer-paid medical coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
• Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
• 8 paid holidays
• 10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all APA store items
• Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
• 20% Employee Discount on all store items
What We're Looking For:
• Passion for animal welfare
• Experienced accountant who wants to use their experiences and abilities to drive change and improvement in a growing finance department
• Proven ability to maintain positive relationships and the ability to be solution oriented
• Strong GAAP experience
• Passion for developing and training team members so that they grow in their careers
• Diverse backgrounds, identities and perspectives! Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Interested?
• Please read our full job description here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k0cY37Sy2SBIfDvClaEuWJaOlqf8xPJM8m3eYHo5sFg/edit?usp=sharing
• Ready to apply? Apply on this website, or directly through our website at https://jobapply.page.link/GZDHG
• We look forward to hearing from you!
Pay Range: $95,000 - $100,000 per hour Show more details...
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Professional Puppy Saver
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin's most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting
Professional Puppy Saver
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin's most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!'s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
The first of its kind in the nation, Austin Pets Alive!'s Parvo Puppy ICU provides shelters as an alternative to euthanasia for puppies that contract parvovirus. By placing puppies that contract parvo in quarantine, maintaining cross-contamination protocol, and providing consistent care and treatment to puppies that have contracted parvovirus, this ICU saves a highly adoptable segment of the euthanasia list: puppies! The Parvo ICU Assistant works in the Parvo Ward to provide paid staff coverage in support of the Parvo Volunteer teams. Responsibilities will include completing animal intake and discharges, medicating and caring for animals, maintaining ICU cleanliness, and keeping up with data entry.
Please watch this video to learn more about our Parvo ICU! https://youtu.be/fgRCMymE9ww
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Calculate medication dosages
• Intake and discharge patients, including bathing them out of the ward
• Administer medications orally, subcutaneously, and intravenously
• Place catheters and drawing blood
• Communicate verbally and in writing with volunteers, other programs, peers, and Managers
• Communicate with other shelters to approve/deny incoming parvo dogs
• Maintain parvo ward cleanliness and organization
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
Level 1 ICU Technicians are entry level employees with no previous animal care experience or less than 6 months of experience in the field. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to level advancement. Complete training in a timely manner. Typically two to three weeks. $18 an hour for a non certified veterinary technician.
• Learn how to care team animals
• Learn how to treat animals with PO, SQ, and IV medications.
• Be able to work solo shifts after three weeks of training.
• Complete opening and closing tasks in a timely manner.
• Will have knowledge of Shelterluv, Gmail, Gchat, and Waitwhile.
• Intake parvo/panleuk animals into the ward.
• Document all findings on the medical treatment sheets.
• Accurately documenting all pertinent information in Shelterluv.
• Train volunteers on essential, care, and medical tasks.
• Follow quarantine protocols.
• Perform post parvo bathouts and intake exams.
• Cleans and sanitizes cages, kennels, equipment, and treatment areas to maintain the sanitary conditions of the parvo ward.
• Assists in euthanasia appointments and appropriately store and label deceased animals
• Able to identify emergency and urgent situations and communicate concerns to relevant staff to triage
• Appropriately and effectively restrains and handles animals for exams and treatments
Level 2 ICU Technicians have a minimum of 1 year of animal care experience. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to this level of advancement. $19 an hour for a non certified veterinary technician.
• Complete all requirements of a Level 1 assistant.
• Train level 1 staff members on protocols.
• Performs animal triage and treatment with limited assistance
• Proficient with blood draws, catheter placement, and all forms of injection
• Calculates out dosages for all medications with no assistance
• Confidently handles emergency situations following protocols and with veterinary direction
• Eligible to cross train in the clinic if time permits.
Level 3 Lead Position ICU Technicians has a minimum of one year of animal care experience and or certification as a Veterinary Assistant or a licensed Veterinary technician. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to experience. This position has limited openings, dependent on availability.
• Complete all requirements of Level 1 and Level 2 assistant.
• Train level 1 and level 2 staff members.
• Comfortability with handling animals with varied behavior levels
• Takes lead on emergency situations with little to no veterinary direction
• Can place solo IV catheters with no assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS:
• Knowledge of standard canine illnesses preferred
• Experience as a veterinary technician, or experience as an APA! Parvo or APA! Clinic Volunteer preferred
• Able to give injections SQ and IV. Ability to draw blood and place IV catheters is preferred
• Knowledge of basic medications, vaccines, drugs preferred
• Understand the current APA! medical protocols
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Commitment to providing quality care to the animals under our care
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must have the ability to restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must have the ability to stand/bend/kneel for long periods of time while performing work requiring concentration and manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to work around dogs with varying temperaments, including those that are diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive
• Must be comfortable working around unpleasant smells, loud noises, and a variety of standard cleaning supplies and chemicals
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is primarily performed in the Parvo ICU Ward, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises, bites, scratches and animal waste
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
LOCATIONS:
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
TIME COMMITMENT: The Parvo ICU is staffed every day of the year including weekends and holidays. Shifts are subject to change based on the need for coverage.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: The Parvo ICU Assistant will be working with parvo volunteers and staff, APA! veterinarians, clinic staff, and members of other APA! Programs. This position reports directly to the Parvo ICU Manager.
BENEFITS: All employees are eligible for a fully subsidized veterinary and pet discount program and Employee Assistance Program. Employee's will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!'s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation.
Pay Range: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour Show more details...
Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is one of Austin's most dynamic and best-loved nonprofits. The organization is the leader in the no kill movement nationally and is considered a national thought leader in animal welfare. APA! locally rescues, treats, and adopts out 10,000 homeless dogs and cats each year, providing the safety net for Austin's most at-risk shelter pets, which... helps Austin to be a no-kill city, while also assisting other communities in saving homeless animals. The organization is distinguished by the scrappiness of its grassroots, non-traditional community-based animal rescue work.
The organization continues to innovate best practices to save lives and teaches its renowned lifesaving model through American Pets Alive!, APA!'s national division. In 2020, AmPA! began the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) project, a collaborative movement of more than 10,000 animal welfare professionals working in nearly 1,900 organizations. HASS is the first-of-its-kind collective of shelters and animal welfare professionals coming together to build community-focused animal services that better meet the needs of people and pets by keeping human-animal families together and keeping pets unnecessarily out of shelters.
The first of its kind in the nation, Austin Pets Alive!'s Parvo Puppy ICU provides shelters as an alternative to euthanasia for puppies that contract parvovirus. By placing puppies that contract parvo in quarantine, maintaining cross-contamination protocol, and providing consistent care and treatment to puppies that have contracted parvovirus, this ICU saves a highly adoptable segment of the euthanasia list: puppies! The Parvo ICU Assistant works in the Parvo Ward to provide paid staff coverage in support of the Parvo Volunteer teams. Responsibilities will include completing animal intake and discharges, medicating and caring for animals, maintaining ICU cleanliness, and keeping up with data entry.
Please watch this video to learn more about our Parvo ICU! https://youtu.be/fgRCMymE9ww
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Calculate medication dosages
• Intake and discharge patients, including bathing them out of the ward
• Administer medications orally, subcutaneously, and intravenously
• Place catheters and drawing blood
• Communicate verbally and in writing with volunteers, other programs, peers, and Managers
• Communicate with other shelters to approve/deny incoming parvo dogs
• Maintain parvo ward cleanliness and organization
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Attend and participate in all required training sessions and meetings
• Maintain open and consistent communication with Program Manager or designee, supervisor, and other colleagues
• Able to react to change productively and perform other related duties as assigned
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Able to work in a high volume, fast-paced, high-stress environment
Level 1 ICU Technicians are entry level employees with no previous animal care experience or less than 6 months of experience in the field. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to level advancement. Complete training in a timely manner. Typically two to three weeks. $18 an hour for a non certified veterinary technician.
• Learn how to care team animals
• Learn how to treat animals with PO, SQ, and IV medications.
• Be able to work solo shifts after three weeks of training.
• Complete opening and closing tasks in a timely manner.
• Will have knowledge of Shelterluv, Gmail, Gchat, and Waitwhile.
• Intake parvo/panleuk animals into the ward.
• Document all findings on the medical treatment sheets.
• Accurately documenting all pertinent information in Shelterluv.
• Train volunteers on essential, care, and medical tasks.
• Follow quarantine protocols.
• Perform post parvo bathouts and intake exams.
• Cleans and sanitizes cages, kennels, equipment, and treatment areas to maintain the sanitary conditions of the parvo ward.
• Assists in euthanasia appointments and appropriately store and label deceased animals
• Able to identify emergency and urgent situations and communicate concerns to relevant staff to triage
• Appropriately and effectively restrains and handles animals for exams and treatments
Level 2 ICU Technicians have a minimum of 1 year of animal care experience. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to this level of advancement. $19 an hour for a non certified veterinary technician.
• Complete all requirements of a Level 1 assistant.
• Train level 1 staff members on protocols.
• Performs animal triage and treatment with limited assistance
• Proficient with blood draws, catheter placement, and all forms of injection
• Calculates out dosages for all medications with no assistance
• Confidently handles emergency situations following protocols and with veterinary direction
• Eligible to cross train in the clinic if time permits.
Level 3 Lead Position ICU Technicians has a minimum of one year of animal care experience and or certification as a Veterinary Assistant or a licensed Veterinary technician. Volunteer hours in parvo contribute to experience. This position has limited openings, dependent on availability.
• Complete all requirements of Level 1 and Level 2 assistant.
• Train level 1 and level 2 staff members.
• Comfortability with handling animals with varied behavior levels
• Takes lead on emergency situations with little to no veterinary direction
• Can place solo IV catheters with no assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS:
• Knowledge of standard canine illnesses preferred
• Experience as a veterinary technician, or experience as an APA! Parvo or APA! Clinic Volunteer preferred
• Able to give injections SQ and IV. Ability to draw blood and place IV catheters is preferred
• Knowledge of basic medications, vaccines, drugs preferred
• Understand the current APA! medical protocols
• Must embody APA!'s Core Values of Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, and Inclusion
• Commitment to APA!'s customer experience expectations
• Willing and committed to working well with volunteers and staff in all roles
• Commitment to providing quality care to the animals under our care
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to routinely lift 40-50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must have the ability to restrain animals of varying sizes and temperaments with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must have the ability to stand/bend/kneel for long periods of time while performing work requiring concentration and manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to work around dogs with varying temperaments, including those that are diseased, injured, and/or potentially aggressive
• Must be comfortable working around unpleasant smells, loud noises, and a variety of standard cleaning supplies and chemicals
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is primarily performed in the Parvo ICU Ward, with exposure to environmental conditions that include working with and near animals
• Uses own transportation to travel and transport
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support program needs
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises, bites, scratches and animal waste
• Possible exposure to contagious diseases that can be transmitted from animals to people
LOCATIONS:
• APA! Main - Town Lake Animal Center 1156 West Cesar Chavez Austin, TX 78703
• May travel to offsite locations as needed
TIME COMMITMENT: The Parvo ICU is staffed every day of the year including weekends and holidays. Shifts are subject to change based on the need for coverage.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: The Parvo ICU Assistant will be working with parvo volunteers and staff, APA! veterinarians, clinic staff, and members of other APA! Programs. This position reports directly to the Parvo ICU Manager.
BENEFITS: All employees are eligible for a fully subsidized veterinary and pet discount program and Employee Assistance Program. Employee's will also receive professional development opportunities through APA!'s ongoing mission to advance our animal welfare professionals in our life saving work.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Austin Pets Alive! is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by the issues we engage on. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply.
Austin Pets Alive! does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Austin Pets Alive! is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation.
Pay Range: $17.50 - $18.00 per hour Show more details...
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