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Animal Care Attendant

Description

Will County Humane Society is looking to add to our team of animal care staff!

The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for daily cleaning and care of the animals in the shelter.

Must be available weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun) and evening shifts until 7pm.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must be willing to work with cats and dogs.

Responsibilities

Daily cleaning of animal enclosures
Daily animal handling
Providing love, care, compassion, and patience to every animal that enters our shelter

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Name*

Preferred Name

Date of Birth*

Address*

City*

State*

Zip*

Phone*

Email*

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Highest level of education*

HS Diploma GED College/University Some College Vocational/Trade School

Where did you attend High School?*

What years did you attend?*

Most recent employer*

Job Title*

Employment Start - End date*

Previous Employer*

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Employment Start - End date*

Would you consider yourself a hard-worker that dedicates themselves to their work?*

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Would you consider yourself a fast learner?*

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Do you have any experience working with rescue animals?*

Shelter employee Volunteer No experience

If you are a previous shelter volunteer or employee, please list where and how long you volunteered/worked for.

Are you willing to work with all species, ages, sizes, breeds, and temperaments that will enter our shelter?*

Yes No

Do you have any physical restrictions that may hinder your work in a strenuous, hands on work environment?*

Yes No

If yes, please list your restrictions*

Are you able to lift 50+ pounds?*

Yes No

This position will require handling of cats and dogs with various backgrounds which will require patience, compassion, and understanding. Are you able to provide such traits to our pets?*

Yes No

This position will require you work both indoors and outdoors during all seasons and all weather possibilities. Are you comfortable working in these conditions?*

Yes No

This position will, at times, require you to work with the general public. Do you consider yourself an outgoing and compassionate person?*

Yes No

Animal rescue requires you to be agile and to think quickly on your feet. Would you consider this something you're good at?*

Yes No

Shelter work is messy! Are you prepared to handle various messes, such as urine, feces and/or vomit?*

Yes No

I understand that Will County Humane Society will conduct a thorough background check on all applicants for employment at Will County Humane Society*

Yes, I understand and provide permission for Will County Humane Society to conduct a background check on my behalf.

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Hiring organization

Job Location

24109 W Seil Road, Shorewood, 60404

Base Salary

$15 Per hour

Employment Type

Part-time

Date posted

November 14, 2024

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