Animal Care Technician- Canine at Dutchess County SPCA, Inc

Town of Hyde Park, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Animal Welfare, Public Safety, ASV Guidelines Knowledge, Cleaning Protocols, Feeding Protocols, Enrichment Implementation, Animal Handling, Health Monitoring, Behavior Monitoring, Teamwork, Communication, Professionalism, Lifting Up To 50 Lbs, Outdoor Work

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

About the Role At our shelter, we are deeply committed to implementing the highest standards of animal welfare and public safety in every aspect of our work. Guided by the ASV (Association of Shelter Veterinarians) Guidelines and best practices in the industry, we ensure that each animal receives humane care, appropriate enrichment, and responsible placement decisions. As an Animal Care Technician- Canine you will play a vital role in upholding these standards by ensuring the daily care, cleanliness, and well-being of our dogs. This position works collaboratively with the Lead Animal Shelter Kennel Technician to maintain a safe, positive, and enriching environment for every dog in our care while supporting responsible adoption practices that prioritize both animal welfare and community safety. This position is responsible for: Upholding and enforcing shelter protocols for cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and handling in alignment with ASV Guidelines. Monitoring the health, behavior, and well-being of dogs and communicating concerns promptly. Promoting a safe, positive, and humane environment for dogs, staff, volunteers, and visitors. Ensuring that all practices support responsible adoptions and prioritize public safety. Ensure effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to the shelter’s mission and best-practice principles. Qualifications & Requirements Knowledge of ASV Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters (link) and commitment to implementing best practices. Strong work ethic; dependable, reliable, and accountable. Excellent teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, volunteers, and leadership. Professional and courteous demeanor, even in high-stress or challenging situations. Working Conditions Frequent bending, kneeling, walking, and standing for extended periods. Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform other physically demanding tasks as required. Regular exposure to animals with varying temperaments and to outdoor weather conditions. Comfortable walking dogs and maintaining outdoor runs in all weather conditions. Routine use of cleaning agents, disinfectants, and other shelter maintenance materials. Location: Hyde Park, NY Schedule: Full-time, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday- Tuesday, including holidays as needed Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications: $16-$17 an hour 401k and Life insurance available, Medical and Dental Contributions provided If you love animals and want to be part of a dedicated team working to save lives every day, please send resume to apply@dcspca.org.

Responsibilities

The Animal Care Technician is responsible for upholding shelter protocols for cleaning, feeding, enrichment, and handling dogs in alignment with ASV Guidelines. This role also involves monitoring the health and behavior of the dogs and promptly communicating any concerns to maintain a safe environment.