What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full time Dog Handler position at HALO No-Kill Rescue?
H.A.L.O. Rescue is seeking a Dog Handler who loves dogs, to join our team! This position's days would be Tuesday through Saturday from either 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm, depending on need. Handler may also be asked to occasionally fill in for additional shifts if other employees are on vacation.
The Dog Handler's primary responsibilities would include safely handling all temperaments of dogs while ensuring they receive daily exercise and enrichment as per set routines and protocols, as well as showing our adoptable dogs to interested adopters to help make the right match. This role would also involve some light medical care, i.e, the ability to administer medications and help restrain for medical procedures.
The Dog Handler role requires the ability to work well as part of a team of handlers, and physically demands the ability to handle frequent bending and kneeling, ability to work in a loud/chaotic environment, as well as the ability to carry upwards of 50lbs frequently. Pay range is between $12 - $14, depending on level of previous experience in the field.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Day range:
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- Day shift
Work setting:
- In-person
Application Question(s):
- When are you available to start?
- What is the best way to contact you?
- Do you have experience working with dogs in a setting outside of personal pet ownership? If so, please describe your responsibilities in this role.
- Are you comfortable working in a loud, hectic environment through different environmental conditions (rain, hot/cold weather days)?
- H.A.L.O. houses multiple dogs of all histories and personalities -- are you comfortable handling dogs who may have behavioral and/or medical needs?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14