Seasonal Shelter Assistant

San Mateo, CA

Seasonal

Entry Level

Seasonal Shelter Assistant (6 Months)
Compensation: $21.00 per hour
Duration: 6-Month Seasonal Position

About the Organization
A leading nonprofit animal welfare organization dedicated to protecting animals, inspiring compassion, and strengthening the bond between people and pets. Through sheltering, veterinary services, wildlife rehabilitation, and community outreach, the organization provides vital programs that save lives and create a more humane community.

About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Seasonal Shelter Assistant to join our Veterinary Services team. In this role, you will provide medical and humane care to sheltered animals, assist veterinarians with examinations, and support daily shelter operations. This is a hands-on position ideal for someone who is passionate about animal welfare and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct morning and evening rounds to ensure the well-being of all sheltered animals
Prepare daily lists of animals requiring veterinary exams
Administer daily medical treatments as prescribed by staff veterinarians
Perform health checks prior to adoption, including microchip scanning, ID banding, vaccination, deworming, and photographing animals
Assist veterinarians with animal examinations
Support Lost and Found by providing walkthroughs to clients and maintaining related paperwork
Assist in the Spay & Neuter Clinic, including cleaning of the clinic and surgical instruments, and returning post-surgery animals to their kennels
Kennel and return animals to the Receiving Department as needed
Check and log phone messages for Veterinary Assistants
Sort and organize donated items
Maintain clean, sanitary, and safe work areas
Perform general office duties
May supervise volunteers assisting with shelter treatments

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Must possess a valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record
Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed
Must pass a background check upon hire
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and data entry; willingness to learn Chameleon database software
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50–75 pounds

Work Environment
This position involves routine exposure to animals (including aggressive or feral animals), cleaning chemicals, and outdoor weather conditions. The work environment is typically loud. This role has designated start times due to time-sensitive shelter operations.

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