JOB TITLE: Animal Care ManagerThe Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART) is a 501(c)(3) which operates a shelter at 2638 Main Street, Cambria CA for orphan cats and kittens in our community. HART findsgood homes for them through adoption services and by managing two small local colonies of feral cats through a trap/spay/neuter/ release-and-maintain program. DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Animal Care Manager (ACM) carries out and oversees health-related tasks to ensure the well-being of animals in HART’s shelter and with our fosters. For example, the manager evaluates all animals for intake and adoption; assesses the health of our animals and determines when veterinary visits are necessary and coordinates with veterinarians; de-worms; establishes protocols for cleaning to maintain a sanitary environment; ensures that proper medications are administered; trains staff and volunteers involved in feeding, cleaning, and medication; and maintains adequate medical supplies. Reporting to the board of directors, you will provide a monthly assessment of accomplishments and activities and tell the board what is needed for proper care. Keeping medical records up to date in the Animal Shelter Management system (ASM) is required.

The Animal Care Manager is supported by the Shelter Manager in such duties as ordering supplies, scheduling and supervising staff and volunteers, and monitoring conditions in the shelter. As appropriate, the ACM will coordinate care with the Foster Care Manager.JOB TITLE: Animal Care ManagerThe Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART) is a 501(c)(3) which operates a shelter at 2638 Main Street, Cambria CA for orphan cats and kittens in our community. HART findsgood homes for them through adoption services and by managing two small local colonies of feral cats through a trap/spay/neuter/ release-and-maintain program. DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Animal Care Manager (ACM) carries out and oversees health-related tasks to ensure the well-being of animals in HART’s shelter and with our fosters. For example, the manager evaluates all animals for intake and adoption; assesses the health of our animals and determines when veterinary visits are necessary and coordinates with veterinarians; de-worms; establishes protocols for cleaning to maintain a sanitary environment; ensures that proper medications are administered; trains staff and volunteers involved in feeding, cleaning, and medication; and maintains adequate medical supplies. Reporting to the board of directors, you will provide a monthly assessment of accomplishments and activities and tell the board what is needed for proper care. Keeping medical records up to date in the Animal Shelter Management system (ASM) is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: You must be able to handle cats in a humane manner; be committed to animal welfare and fear-free shelter protocols; have at least two years’ experience working in an animal shelter or other pet-rescue operation or veterinary field; be able to identify signs of abnormal feline behavior, illness, disease and injury; be collegial, organized and motivated; communicate well; cooperate with HART’s board of directors, HART’s other employees, volunteers, and colleagues from other similar organizations; and have a “team-oriented” approach to your work ethic. Management experience and RVT license or equivalent veterinary experience are desirable.Possess basic knowledge of cats: domestic breeds, behavior, appropriate care and housing, common health problems, disease symptoms, and handling techniques.Familiarity with Animal Shelter Manager (ASM) software desired but not required.SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week with flexibility in scheduling(e.g., some remote work for record-keeping; balancing hours allowed, depending on medical needs of animals). Scheduling will be discussed during interviews.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Performing the duties of this job will entail standing, moving, twisting, bending, kneelingand/or crouching, possibly frequently. The employee must be able consistently to lift an animal or stationary object (often combined) of 50 pounds or less and lift and carry 50 pounds for 100 feet; stand for long periods; reach, stoop, lift and perform other moderately strenuous actions; and handle and appropriately and humanely restrain a variety of cats.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Possible exposure to infectious organisms, zoonotic diseases, animal waste, hazardous chemical materials requiring OSHA Material Safety Data sheets, sharp objects, and potentially fractious animalsand/or hostile people. Sanitary PPE and other supplies will be provided.This job description outlines qualifications and most requirements specific to this position. The job description might change reasonably over time. Employment as Animal Care Manager by Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART) is at-will and is for no set term; either you or HART may terminate the employment relationship at any time. By applying, you indicate that you understand what is required by the position, that you possess the necessary skills to carry out its duties, that you have a commitment to perform the duties as outlined, and that you will accept reasonable changes to the job as it evolves.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,600.00 - $55,223.40 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person