Wildlife Care Attendant

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

We’re looking for a full-time Wildlife Care Attendant to join our animal shelter team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference for people and animals in the community!

• Provide daily, humane care to wildlife in rehabilitation, including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and administering medications as directed by licensed staff.
• Assist with the transport of injured or sick wildlife using a organization-owned vehicle.
• Communicate with community members and/or volunteers regarding injured wildlife while providing excellent customer service.

• You embrace our core values:
  Customer Service, Teamwork, Compassion, and Community.
• A genuine passion for wildlife and animal welfare.
• You are eager to learn and grow within the animal welfare industry.
• Prior wildlife or animal shelter experience is a plus, but not required—training is provided.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative once trained.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record and at least 5 years of driving experience.
• Comfortable using basic technology; familiarity with Microsoft Office or shelter software (such as PetPoint) is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays as needed.

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Work in various weather conditions and environments with moderate to high noise levels.
• Regular exposure to animals of all sizes, animal waste, dust, potential scratches or bites, and zoonotic diseases.

• PTO + 6 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• All health benefits start the 1st of the month following your hire date. Short-term disability and life insurance policy provided at no cost to you
• 403b retirement plan you can start contributing to the 1st of the month following your hire date. Receive a 25% match, up to $1500 per year after a year of employment
• Discounted pet food