Job Description
Position Objective:
To provide departmental support and assist with the daily operations of PETA's Community Animal Project
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Work closely with CAP's Supervisors and Field Outreach Workers to assist with fieldwork or other casework-related duties in the office and/or in the field
• Transport animals to and from spay/neuter appointments and other veterinary appointments
• Perform emergency first-aid procedures and euthanasia, as needed
• Care for animals in PETA's animal shelter
• Cross-train on assisting with PETA's mobile spay/neuter clinics
• Assist CAP's Director in handling incoming calls, returning client phone calls, preparing case sheets, and other administrative tasks
• Assist with the maintenance and stocking of CAP's guest rooms and related areas, including cabinets and closets
• Participate in CAP's 24-hour emergency-pager rotation
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
• Basic animal-handling skills required
• Willingness to obtain euthanasia certification (on-the-job training will be provided)
• Willingness and ability to be on 24-hour emergency call
• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Ability to engage in frequent bending, stooping, crawling, lifting, reaching, and stair-climbing
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance on a regular basis
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• COVID-19 full vaccination and booster recommended
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is the largest animal rights organization in the world, with more than 6.5 million members and supporters.
PETA focuses its attention on the four areas in which the largest numbers of animals suffer the most intensely for the longest periods of time: in the food industry, in the clothing trade, in laboratories, and in the entertainment industry. We also work on a variety of other issues, including the cruel killing of rodents, birds, and other animals who are often considered “pests” as well as cruelty to domesticated animals.
