Equine Caregiver II, Duchess Sanctuary

The general range for this position is $19.20 – 22.60 per hour, plus full benefits. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and education.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking an Animal Caregiver II for Duchess Sanctuary in Oakland, Oregon. In this position you will provide care to the equines at Duchess Sanctuary.

Responsibilities:

• With Animal Care Manager, helps to lead daily care and observation of equines;
• Works with Animal Care Manager and/or Director to develop equine diet plans; assists in maintaining food inventory. Prepares and delivers meals according to approved feed plan;
• Directs, oversees, and participates in maintenance, and daily cleaning and upkeep for enclosures, pastures, animal buildings and habitats;
• Observes and reports on animal care, animal wellness including but not limited to body condition and behavior, feeding, husbandry, animal locations, facility issues, and other issues;
• Coordinates with Animal Care Manager and/or Director concerning animal care, medication management and treatment. Ensures other staff is informed of all medication compliance;
• Assists with catching and transferring animals using appropriate handling techniques designed to put the least amount of stress on the animal while maintaining a safe environment for all staff involved;
• Capable of advanced training techniques including first aid, therapeutic, and rehabilitative care to animals.; assists other staff with procedures as appropriate;
• Provides additional care for horses including grooming, blanketing, therapeutic exercise, and enrichment;
• Assists with training and provides mentorship for other animal care staff; provides supervision in the absence of the Animal Care Manager or Director;
• Assists with overseeing volunteers;
• Assists with development and maintenance of operating procedures and protocols;
• Performs other duties or responsibilities, as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Three (3) years of experience in equine care preferred;
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule;
• Proficiency of Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook);
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence demonstrated by the delivery of quality and timely outcomes;
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary;
• Strong interest in animal protection issues preferred.

This is a full time position located in Oakland, OR. Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital or parental status or protected veteran status. EOE