Methuen Adoption Center - Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist (20 hours, Mondays and Tuesdays Only)
This is a part-time 20 hour a week position - we are specifically looking for candidates who can work Mondays and Tuesdays.
THE POSITION:
We have an exciting opportunity at our Methuen Animal Care and Adoption Center for a part-time Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist to work at our unique adoption center location at Nevins Farm.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
We are looking for applicants with at least one year of experience in a customer service/client care position, as well as, previous work or volunteer experience with farm and/or equine animals. Applicants should also demonstrate excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and an eagerness to support the human-animal bond.
Applicants with a proficiency in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please detail any farm/equine animal care and customer service experience in your cover letter.
WHO WE ARE:
The MSPCA is the largest animal welfare organization in New England- caring for and placing over 11,000 animals annually across our four adoption centers. We work together as a community to deliver on our mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals. Take a virtual tour of our Methuen Adoption Center where we take in 3,500 animals a year! We aim to help the greatest number of animals by upholding an open adoption philosophy and moving pets through the shelter effectively while maintaining a commitment to socially conscious sheltering. If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career you are looking for.
OUR BENEFITS:
Our compensation package includes BCBS health insurance, dental and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, pet food and free on-site parking!
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
We believe that a diverse workforce is integral to our organizational culture, and that employing a workforce with varied and unique perspectives that emerge from racial, gender, sexuality, religious, linguistic, neurological, physical and other differences fuels our ability to fulfill our organizational mission, surpassing our goals and visions. The MSPCA-Angell needs a diverse, well-supported workforce of staff and volunteers to best understand and serve our patients, clients, and communities. We are committed to attracting and retaining a highly talented diverse workforce for our future and appreciate your interest in pursuing a career at the MSPCA-Angell.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
THE POSITION:
We have an exciting opportunity at our Methuen Animal Care and Adoption Center for a part-time Equine and Farm Animal Welfare Specialist to work at our unique adoption center location at Nevins Farm.
- Working hands-on with equine and farm animals cleaning, feeding, and providing enrichment activities, medication administration, etc.
- Facilitating adoptions by matchmaking animals with prospective adopters using a conversation-based approach with a goal of identifying the best possible outcome for the person and the animal.
- Assisting in the surrender of an animal in an empathetic and compassionate manner that is free from judgment.
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
We are looking for applicants with at least one year of experience in a customer service/client care position, as well as, previous work or volunteer experience with farm and/or equine animals. Applicants should also demonstrate excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and an eagerness to support the human-animal bond.
Applicants with a proficiency in Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please detail any farm/equine animal care and customer service experience in your cover letter.
WHO WE ARE:
The MSPCA is the largest animal welfare organization in New England- caring for and placing over 11,000 animals annually across our four adoption centers. We work together as a community to deliver on our mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals. Take a virtual tour of our Methuen Adoption Center where we take in 3,500 animals a year! We aim to help the greatest number of animals by upholding an open adoption philosophy and moving pets through the shelter effectively while maintaining a commitment to socially conscious sheltering. If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career you are looking for.
OUR BENEFITS:
Our compensation package includes BCBS health insurance, dental and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, pet food and free on-site parking!
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
We believe that a diverse workforce is integral to our organizational culture, and that employing a workforce with varied and unique perspectives that emerge from racial, gender, sexuality, religious, linguistic, neurological, physical and other differences fuels our ability to fulfill our organizational mission, surpassing our goals and visions. The MSPCA-Angell needs a diverse, well-supported workforce of staff and volunteers to best understand and serve our patients, clients, and communities. We are committed to attracting and retaining a highly talented diverse workforce for our future and appreciate your interest in pursuing a career at the MSPCA-Angell.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.