Job Title: Animal Caregiver
Job Status: Full-Time, Grass Valley Hours & Days: 40 hours/week, days vary; schedule subject to change at any time and required to work weekends and most holidays
Start Date: Immediate
Immediate Supervisor: Animal Care Director
Job Description: The full-time Animal Caregiver assists in the care of the 400+ animals (pigs, chickens, cows, turkeys, sheep, goats, rabbits, Donkeys) living at the sanctuary under supervision of the Animal Care Director. Animal Caregivers are responsible for the cleaning, feeding, and medical care of the animals. See below for specific responsibilities and duties.
Job Duties:
Animal feeding/watering and maintaining animal feed schedules
Daily animal health care and maintaining treatment records
Daily cleaning duties and maintaining the shelter areas
Aiding with weekly species health checks
Training and supervising shelter interns and volunteers
Assisting with veterinary visits and setting up treatment protocols
Completing shelter office projects as assigned
Qualifications
Passionate about working for and with farmed animals
Previous farmed animal sanctuary experience required (1-2 years)
Reliable and dependable
Good animal behavior and observation skills
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including cold/wet weather (average low is 35F) and hot summers (average high is 95-100F)
Able to lift 40-50 pounds and perform strenuous/manual labor
Works well with a variety of people
Strong communication and listening skills
Able to follow detailed instructions and meet time sensitive demands
Able to learn and process new information quickly
Team player and self-motivator
Comfortable dealing politely with the general public
Committed to Animal Place’s mission and a desire to be a part of the Animal Place family
Willing to work on weekend/holidays/varying shift times
Valid driver’s license and good driving record (subject to verification)
Salary & Benefits: $12-14 per hour, depending on experience; health coverage after probation period
Housing may be available depending on experience Additional live-in responsibilities include but are not limited to: - On-call 2-3 days per week; on-call staff must remain on the property overnight - Covering shifts as needed - Being available for emergency situations when not on shift - Able to handle emergency situations independently
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume.
Jan 16, 2019
Full time
Job Title: Animal Caregiver
Job Status: Full-Time, Grass Valley Hours & Days: 40 hours/week, days vary; schedule subject to change at any time and required to work weekends and most holidays
Start Date: Immediate
Immediate Supervisor: Animal Care Director
Job Description: The full-time Animal Caregiver assists in the care of the 400+ animals (pigs, chickens, cows, turkeys, sheep, goats, rabbits, Donkeys) living at the sanctuary under supervision of the Animal Care Director. Animal Caregivers are responsible for the cleaning, feeding, and medical care of the animals. See below for specific responsibilities and duties.
Job Duties:
Animal feeding/watering and maintaining animal feed schedules
Daily animal health care and maintaining treatment records
Daily cleaning duties and maintaining the shelter areas
Aiding with weekly species health checks
Training and supervising shelter interns and volunteers
Assisting with veterinary visits and setting up treatment protocols
Completing shelter office projects as assigned
Qualifications
Passionate about working for and with farmed animals
Previous farmed animal sanctuary experience required (1-2 years)
Reliable and dependable
Good animal behavior and observation skills
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including cold/wet weather (average low is 35F) and hot summers (average high is 95-100F)
Able to lift 40-50 pounds and perform strenuous/manual labor
Works well with a variety of people
Strong communication and listening skills
Able to follow detailed instructions and meet time sensitive demands
Able to learn and process new information quickly
Team player and self-motivator
Comfortable dealing politely with the general public
Committed to Animal Place’s mission and a desire to be a part of the Animal Place family
Willing to work on weekend/holidays/varying shift times
Valid driver’s license and good driving record (subject to verification)
Salary & Benefits: $12-14 per hour, depending on experience; health coverage after probation period
Housing may be available depending on experience Additional live-in responsibilities include but are not limited to: - On-call 2-3 days per week; on-call staff must remain on the property overnight - Covering shifts as needed - Being available for emergency situations when not on shift - Able to handle emergency situations independently
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume.
Position Objective:
To conduct PETA's work with major corporations
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Develop and carry out action plans for PETA's work with major corporations
• Decide on and maintain effective contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work
• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for animal welfare changes
• Attend and speak at annual shareholder meetings of major corporations
• Draft shareholder resolutions and supporting statements regarding animal issues with major corporations
• Research the animal welfare guidelines that are being enforced by major corporations
• Research and work with firms that hold large amounts of stock in major corporations that abuse animals
• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public
• Travel to attend meetings or news conferences
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of previous experience in advocacy, public relations, or corporate affairs
• Demonstrated ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations, address and overcome objections, and negotiate and close deals
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven exceptional organizational and writing skills
• Demonstrated effective research skills
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• 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
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Jan 09, 2019
Full time
Position Objective:
To conduct PETA's work with major corporations
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Develop and carry out action plans for PETA's work with major corporations
• Decide on and maintain effective contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work
• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for animal welfare changes
• Attend and speak at annual shareholder meetings of major corporations
• Draft shareholder resolutions and supporting statements regarding animal issues with major corporations
• Research the animal welfare guidelines that are being enforced by major corporations
• Research and work with firms that hold large amounts of stock in major corporations that abuse animals
• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public
• Travel to attend meetings or news conferences
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of previous experience in advocacy, public relations, or corporate affairs
• Demonstrated ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations, address and overcome objections, and negotiate and close deals
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven exceptional organizational and writing skills
• Demonstrated effective research skills
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• 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
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
