Animal Care (Part-time)
Quick answer
Asheville Humane Society is hiring a part-time Animal Care professional in Asheville, NC, paying $16.15/hour to provide direct care, cleaning, and enrichment for shelter animals.
- Role
- Animal Care (Part-time)
- Organization
- Asheville Humane Society
- Location
- Asheville, NC
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $16.15/hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Asheville Humane Society is seeking an Animal Care professional to provide essential daily support for animals housed at the Buncombe County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center. The role involves routine feeding, medicating, enrichment, and cleaning of animal living areas to ensure the highest standards of welfare. Candidates will collaborate with staff and volunteers to maintain a safe, clean, and compassionate environment for shelter animals. This position requires physical stamina to handle animals up to 150 pounds and the ability to perform regular maintenance tasks.
What you'll do
- Clean and maintain all animal housing areas daily.
- Provide feeding, watering, and medication to animals.
- Assist medical and behavior teams with handling and restraining animals.
- Collaborate with volunteers to support shelter goals.
- Monitor animal health and report behavior concerns to staff.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and handle animals up to 150 lbs.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use shelter software.
- Ability to complete Fear Free Shelter course within 90 days.
- Professional demeanor when working with volunteers and staff.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
30 hours of PTO in the first year and pet prescription discounts.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at the Animal Care Campus in Asheville, NC.
What is the compensation for this role?
The starting compensation for this part-time Animal Care position is $16.15 per hour.
What are the physical requirements for this job?
Candidates must be able to stand for long periods, lift 50 pounds to 4 feet high, and handle dogs weighing up to 150 pounds.
How do I apply for this position?
You can apply through the Asheville Humane Society career portal by clicking the 'Apply' button provided in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Asheville Humane Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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