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Animal Care Specialist

(FT and PT Positions Available)

Position Overview
TXHH Animal Care Specialists will understand and communicate Texas Humane Heroes mission, vision and goals, follow cleaning protocols, handle animals safely, and exhibit a positive and professional attitude. The position is responsible for the health, care, and wellbeing of all animals that are in the care of Texas Humane Heroes, for the entire duration of the time they are in our care. The Animal Care Specialists report directly to the Adoption Center Manager, Assistant Manager, and Paw Pad and Intake Supervisors.

Please note: This position is physically demanding. Approximately four hours each day are dedicated to deep cleaning of kennels and animal areas. Afternoon hours involve actively orchestrating and participating in animal enrichment and exercise.

Assistant Surgery Technician

FT Position

Position Background
This position works to ensure the wellbeing of both our program animals and our clinic patients. On spay and neuter surgery days, the position is the Surgery Technician. Twice a month this person will assist at vaccination clinics in Killeen and Leander on Saturdays.

The person in this position will understand and be able to communicate Texas Humane Heroes mission, vision and goals, follow cleaning protocols, handle animals safely, and exhibit a positive and professional attitude. The position is responsible for the health, care, and wellbeing of all animals that are in the care of Texas Humane Heroes, for the entire duration of the time they are in our care, as well as public animals that are in our care during surgery and clinic days.

Please know that this position is physically demanding. Approximately four hours each day are dedicated to deep cleaning of kennels and animal areas. This includes prolonged standing, walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 lbs, etc.

Qualifications:
● Experience working in a high volume spay/neuter clinic required
● Must possess strong organizational, customer service, oral and written communication skills and be able to work
effectively in a team environment with other medical professionals
● Prior experience in an animal shelter/recuse environment preferred.

Facilities Manager

FT Position

Position Background:
The Facilities Manager at Texas Humane Heroes is responsible for a wide range of areas within the organization, and must be able to balance the varied demands of repair, maintenance and IT needs. This is a physically demanding job.

Essential Duties/Functions:

1. Oversees and performs routine repair and maintenance of shelter equipment, caging and kennels, hoses, faucets, appliances, septic system. Develops a maintenance plan, purchases needed supplies, responds to requests and performs repairs in a timely manner; acts as a liaison with independent contractors/repair companies.
2. Develops and implements a maintenance plan that oversees the effective oversight of all
machines, mechanical devices, and upkeep of buildings and other structures on shelter grounds.
3. Must have basic plumbing, electrical, construction, computer/IT, commercial washer/dryer, HVAC, water pump and propane tank knowledge.
4. Communicates with other departments as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Addresses interdepartmental problems when necessary and related to areas of responsibility.
5. Develops and maintains an accurate Work Order system to track all requested repairs, improvements or other maintenance activities.
6. Responsible for deliveries, storage and maintaining inventory for agency wide supplies and equipment needs.
7. Maintains medical and clinic equipment.
8. Presents potential maintenance and/or construction projects to the CEO for approval to include design, budget, coordinating with a contractor or having the project done in-house
9. Creates policies and procedures for maintenance with input from the CEO. May create equipment policies/procedures for other departments. Responsible for the communication and maintenance of these standards to relevant staff members.
10. Maintains outdoor areas of the facility including daily emptying trash cans, sweeping entrance ways, clear recycle areas, oversees and performs routine landscaping duties including lawn mowing.
11. Responsible for the routine maintenance of shelter vehicles, including registration, vehicle cleanliness, and repairs.
12. Deals with contractual issues, bids, etc. with input from the CEO. Maintains accurate records and files of all maintenance-related activities.
13. Monitors fire extinguishers; ensures compliance with Fire Authority and OSHA requirements. Monitors overall safety of facility; identifies safety hazards and takes prompt action to protect the facility and prevent injury to humans and animals.
14. Communicates effectively with the CEO and COO on relevant issues, keeping them informed in a timely manner.
15. Performs as needed all duties in maintaining effective operations of the department.
16. Presents a positive and professional image of TXHH to the public.
17. Participate in disaster preparedness and response activities for the shelter and community as it pertains to pet animal related needs.
18. Provides support as needed in the production of fundraising events and activities.
19. Interacts with coworkers and volunteers in an efficient and courteous manner to ensure a cooperative team environment amongst all departments.
20. Attends and participates in departmental and shelter meetings. Attends educational venues as recommended/approved.
25. Address and/or report any safety hazards or unsafe use of equipment

Working Conditions:
Outdoor and shelter wide work required in all weather and temperature conditions. May be required to attend events and other venues in a representative or working capacity. Regularly requires travel to and from shelter for various errands.

Equipment Use:
Telephone, cell phone, mobile radio, computer, copier, and other related office equipment. Requires use of company vehicles. All types of yard and maintenance equipment along with all shelter equipment such as washers/dryers, propane tanks, freezers, etc., and animal care, handling and restraint equipment.

Physical Demands:
This position involves desk & computer work, but also requires being on your feet for extended periods
of time. Position may include vehicle travel back and forth to venues and some lifting, at times up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work at a fast pace. Ability to safely handle and control tools, power tools, various motorized equipment.

Qualification Requirements:
Experience in landscaping, facility and/or equipment maintenance or demonstrate ability to understand and oversee related duties. Skilled in a wide variety of construction, remodeling and repair skills.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.