Jobs at SAS
SAS is an equal opportunity organization. Volunteers and employees will be chosen without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical/mental disability or marital status in accordance with the state and federal law-- and because we believe it is the right thing to do.
If you would like to read more about our culture at SAS, please click the button below to read the statement we ask all volunteers to read. This is the culture we hope to instill at SAS for staff as well as volunteers.
Dog Training and Behavior Coordinator
Fulfilling part time work: help set dogs up for success in their new homes while making life easier and better for them at the shelter.
Reports to: Intake and Adoption Manager
Hours/Schedule: 10 hours per week with some flexibility of scheduling.
Job Description Summary:
We are in search of a candidate for this part time, non-exempt position. The Dog Training and Behavior Coordinator will be responsible for behaviorally evaluating all shelter dogs, creating training plans for dogs while they are at the shelter and creating a plan to be sent home with the dog’s adopters. Duties will include: evaluating shelter dogs for adoption; establishing enrichment and training plans for all dogs based on their individual needs; safely introducing shelter dogs to potential adopters and other dogs; assisting with dog adoptions and providing in-home visits prior to dog adoptions on a case by case basis; assisting staff with necessary tasks such as cleaning, medicating and other canine-related operational tasks.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Evaluate all shelter dogs with MATCH UP II evaluations or equivalent evaluation tool.
- Help to ensure all dogs have their mental/emotional needs met by creating training and enrichment plans for their stay at the shelter.
- Document all evaluations and behavior information on all appropriate paperwork and in ShelterLuv (animal database).
- Have a philosophy of and practice only positive reinforcement.
- Communicate evaluation results to Intake and Adoption Manager.
- Act as a resource for the Intake and Adoption Manager and canine volunteers.
- Help to keep information up to date about each dog that is visible to volunteers and staff.
- Provide recommendations to Intake and Adoption Manager about appropriate types of homes the dog should go to once dog is fully, behaviorally evaluated.
- Help to enforce policies and procedures and communicate problems to the Director of Operations and Programs.
- Communicate updates and important information about dogs’ behaviors to staff regularly.
- Help monitor the health of dogs and report medical issues to Shelter Veterinary Technician as they arise.
- Attend meetings on a needed basis.
- Assist with maintaining and updating animal related paperwork.
- Ensure proper protocol and documentation is done if/when a dog bites occur.
- Place an emphasis on a high standard of care for all animals.
- Place an emphasis on safety for visitors, volunteers, staff and animals.
- Help with oversight of facilities maintenance along with all staff.
- Carry out all of these duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.
- Must comply with all current shelter policies.
- Comply with legal requirements for handling controlled substances & medications.
- Must practice our cultural philosophy.
- Operate consistent with the labor laws of MA and the laws of the MA Dept. of Agriculture and all other local, state and federal laws.
Requirements:
- Must practice positive reinforcement only.
- High school diploma required.
- CPDT or KPA certified strongly preferred (enrolled students considered).
- MATCH UP II experience preferred.
- Animal shelter experience preferred.
- Must enjoy working with people from all walks of life.
- Must be able to adapt and have flexibility.
- Must be able to handle aggressive animals safely.
- Must have a positive attitude.
- Must take initiative.
- Must be able to lead and delegate to people from all walks of life.
- Experience with ShelterLuv a plus.
- Microsoft Word and Excel experience preferred.
Benefits:
Though this is a part time position, we at SAS strive to provide all employees a good quality of life and work-life balance. We therefore provide the following to part time employees:
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick and personal time
- Incentives for working holidays
- Competitive pay
To apply: Please email your cover letter and resume by clicking the blue button below.
Shelter Operations Assistant
Fulfilling part time work: care for animals while they wait for their new homes in a busy shelter environment.
Reports to: Intake and Adoption Manager
Hours/Schedule: Part time; you may choose your shift. Options include Saturday hours and many evening shifts to choose from.
Job Description Summary:
This part time position is responsible for providing direct animal care to all shelter animals. Duties may include but are not limited to: finalizing animal intakes and adoptions, cleaning of the animal cages and kennels. general cleaning, walking dogs, organizing supplies, and administering medications to shelter pets. Animal handling experience required. Looking for someone who is highly motivated and able to work independently and efficiently.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Feed all cats and dogs
- Clean enclosures and kennels thoroughly.
- Help to perform adoptions and intakes when needed.
- Communicate animal updates/important information to staff regularly.
- Contain and monitor sick animals to prevent outbreaks and cross contamination of illnesses.
- Attend meetings on an as needed basis.
- Assist with maintaining and updating animal related paperwork.
- Provide a high standard of care for all animals, helping to ensure their physical well-being and emotional wellbeing.
- Assist with other duties requested by the Director of Programs and Operations.
- Carry out all of these duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.
Requirements:
- At least 1 year experience working hands on with animals
- Must be able to humanely and safely handle a wide variety of species including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and small mammals.
- Must be able to handle potentially aggressive animals safely
- Must have a positive attitude and be genuinely motivated to accomplish cleaning tasks efficiently and thoroughly.
- Must be able to lift 50lb.
Policies
- Operate consistent with the labor laws of MA and the laws of the MA Dept. of Agriculture and all other local, state and federal laws.
- Comply with legal requirements for handling controlled substances and pet medications.
- Comply with all current shelter policies including our culture statement listed below.
To apply: Please email your cover letter and resume by clicking the blue button below.