Animal Care Specialist I Jobs in Arizona , Employment

Are you passionate about animals and looking for a rewarding career? We are looking for an Animal Care Specialist I to join our team and provide exceptional care for our furry friends. You will be responsible for monitoring the health and well-being of our animals, providing daily care and enrichment activities, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. If you have a love for animals and a commitment to providing the best care possible, this could be the perfect job for you!

Overview Animal Care Specialist I is a position in the animal care industry responsible for providing care and attention to animals in a variety of settings. This position requires a strong knowledge of animal behavior, health, and safety, as well as a commitment to providing quality care. Detailed Job Description Animal Care Specialist I is responsible for providing care and attention to animals in a variety of settings. This includes providing food, water, and exercise, as well as monitoring the health and safety of the animals. The Animal Care Specialist I may also be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the animal's living environment, as well as providing basic medical care. The Animal Care Specialist I must be able to recognize signs of illness or distress in animals and be able to take appropriate action. Job Skills Required

• Knowledge of animal behavior, health, and safety

• Ability to recognize signs of illness or distress in animals

• Ability to provide basic medical care

• Ability to clean and maintain animal living environments

• Ability to provide food, water, and exercise

• Ability to handle and restrain animals

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Previous experience in animal care or related field

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work in a variety of environments

• Ability to work flexible hours

Job Knowledge

• Knowledge of animal behavior, health, and safety

• Knowledge of basic medical care for animals

• Knowledge of cleaning and maintenance of animal living environments

Job Experience

• Previous experience in animal care or related field

• Previous experience handling and restraining animals

Job Responsibilities

• Provide food, water, and exercise to animals

• Monitor the health and safety of animals

• Clean and maintain animal living environments

• Provide basic medical care to animals

• Recognize signs of illness or distress in animals

• Handle and restrain animals

• Follow safety protocols and instructions