• 1 Full-time and 3 part-time openings

    Overview:

    As a member of the Animal Care Team for the Humane Society for Greater Lafayette, you will be an integral part of the day-to-day operations. As an Animal Care Team Member (ACT Member), you will report directly to supervisory staff. You will be on the front line of keeping a safe and healthy environment for our animal guests. You will be trained and expected to enforce best practices related to a positive environment for customers, animals, and staff members. Our ACT Members must provide positive public interactions and be kind, courteous, and knowledgeable to any and all who visit our facility. 


    This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. As an ACT Member, you will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties that may be assigned by supervisory staff. 



    Position Responsibilities:


    ACT Members work at the pleasure of the Executive Director and Director of Operations. 


    Duties include, but are not limited to,

    • Clean and sanitize animal living spaces according to best practices and company policy 

    • Keep outdoor spaces clean and sanitary

    • Have the ability to use the provided equipment safely and in compliance with training/operating manuals 

    • Provide animals with indoor and outdoor physical enrichment. This includes walking small to large animals on leashes or other containment methods

    • Clean and sanitize food and water dishes

    • Provide enrichment when inside living spaces

    • Move animals within the facility and transport outside the facility 

    • Consistently keep living spaces clean and free of soiled material or filth throughout the workday 

    • Must be able to provide positive customer service to visitors and staff 

    • Report any medical issues if noticed to a supervisory staff member

    • Report any behavioral issues to a supervisory staff member 


    Physical Requirements:


    • Must be able to lift, move, restrain, and manage animals weighing up to and over 100lbs 

    • Must be able to lift 50lbs 

    • Must be able to stand, walk, crouch, and bend for extended periods of time 

    • Must be able to use hands and arms working above shoulder level 


    Qualifications:


    • Must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned

    • High school education or equivalent

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills

    • Demonstrate the ability to self-motivate 

    • If transportation in company-owned fleet vehicles is required, a valid driver's license is required

    • Passionate about creating and maintaining high-quality care for the animals in the facility

    • Animal handling experience preferred

    • Ability to work independently and within a team environment

    • Be able to follow directions and establish standards of operations 

    • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment 


    Humane Society for Greater Lafayette is an equal opportunity employer. 


    Pay and Compensation:


    Starting hourly wage: $14.00/hour 

    Health Benefits for Full-Time Employees

    Paid Time Off is accrued after 90 days of employment for full-time employees

  • 1 Part-time opening but must have open weekend availability.

    Overview:

    Becoming a Customer Service & Adoption Representative for the Humane Society for Greater Lafayette (HS4GL) makes you the inviting face of the organization. You will usually be the first point of contact for people in our community. This contact is crucial to the success of our organization. You will be responsible for providing honest, informative, friendly, and courteous service to our customers. Our success depends on the trust and positive public perception our community members have in us. This position is vital to saving the lives of animals in our area and beyond. 


    This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. As a Customer Service & Adoption Representative, you will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties that may be assigned by supervisory staff. 


    Position Responsibilities:


    Customer Service & Adoption Representatives work at the pleasure of the Executive Director and Director of Operations. 


    Duties include, but are not limited to:


    • Assists in the placement of animals through the adoption process outlined in HS4GL policies 

    • Acts as a customer service representative for the organization

    • Answers phones, takes messages, and forwards voicemails to appropriate staff members. 

    • Files information correctly and maintains proper organizational skills

    • Maintains a clean workspace

    • Cleans and sanitizes the lobby area

    • Manages monetary transactions through point-of-sale software

    • Manages cash transactions

    • Remains engaged with team members and animals within the facility


    Physical Requirements:


    • Must be able to lift, move, restrain, and manage animals weighing up to and over 100lbs 

    • Must be able to lift 50lbs 

    • Must be able to stand, walk, crouch, and bend for extended periods 

    • Must be able to use hands and arms working above shoulder level 


    Qualifications:


    • Must be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned

    • High school education or equivalent

    • Strong written and verbal communication skills

    • Demonstrate the ability to self-motivate 

    • Passionate about creating and maintaining high-quality care for the animals in the facility

    • Animal handling experience preferred

    • Ability to work independently and within a team environment

    • Be able to follow directions and establish standards of operations 

    • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment 


    Humane Society for Greater Lafayette is an equal opportunity employer. 


    Pay and Compensation


    Starting hourly wage: $15.00/hour 

    Health Benefits for Full-Time Employees

    Paid Time Off accrued after 90 days of employment for Full-time Employees

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